Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X150SR
The AirTAC Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X150SR is a genuine double acting round-body mini air cylinder with a Ø16mm bore and 150mm stroke, 1/8" air ports and a stainless-steel barrel and rod for mildly corrosive environments. Its ISO 6432 mounting interface makes it a compact drop-in for standard mini-cylinder fixtures.
- BoreØ16 mm
- Stroke150 mm
- Port size1/8"
- Acting typeDouble acting
- Rod threadM6×1.0
- CushionFixed TPU bumper pads
About the Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X150SR
Delivering 100.5 N of push force at 0.5 MPa, this double-acting stainless-steel mini cylinder handles a 150 mm stroke with a 1/8" port and an M6x1.0 male rod thread. The riveted round-body construction pairs a stainless barrel and rod to resist mild corrosion, giving it a real edge over painted alternatives in damp or washdown settings. Its fixed TPU bumper pads absorb stroke-end impact, while the built-in magnet (-S) directly supports CMSG, DMSG and EMSG sensors for position detection.
For practical sizing, plan for about 60 N of real work at 0.5 MPa rather than the absolute maximum. This equates to lifting roughly 5.1 kg vertically with a safe 2:1 margin, helping you match the cylinder to actual part weights. The rear R axial-in port keeps air lines neatly in line with the body for tight installations.
Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X150SR Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X150SR |
|---|---|
| Series | MI ISO 6432 mini cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø16 mm |
| Stroke | 150 mm |
| Acting type | Double acting |
| Port size | 1/8" |
| Rod thread | M6×1.0 |
| Fluid | Air (filtered by 40µm element) |
|---|---|
| Operating pressure | 0.15 – 1.0 MPa |
| Proof pressure | 1.5 MPa |
| Temperature | -20 to +70 °C |
| Speed range | 30 – 800 mm/s |
| Cushion | Fixed TPU bumper pads |
| Max standard stroke | Up to 500 mm |
Specifications follow the official AirTAC MI/MIC (ISO 6432) datasheet. Barrel & rod: stainless steel (round-body, riveted construction). Thread options: PT (blank) / G.
Theoretical Output Force (Ø16mm)
| Pressure | Push force | Pull force |
|---|---|---|
| 0.5 MPa | 101 N | 86 N |
| 0.7 MPa | 141 N | 121 N |
| Max (@1.0 MPa) | 21 kgf | |
Actual usable force is lower than theoretical due to friction and back-pressure. Size with a safety margin.
Model Code: Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X150SR
| MI | ISO 6432 round-body mini cylinder (double-acting). |
|---|---|
| 16 | Bore size in mm. |
| ×150 | Stroke length in mm. |
| -S | Optional built-in magnet for CMSG / DMSG / EMSG sensors. |
MI-family variants: MI / MIC (double acting ±cushion), MSI / MTI (single acting push / pull), MID / MICD (double rod ±cushion), MIJ / MICJ (adjustable stroke ±cushion). Back covers CA / U / R / CM. Mounting LB / FA / SDB / TC.
Where the Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X150SR Is Used
Textile Loom Yarn Guide
Shifts a yarn guide across a 150 mm path; the stainless build withstands humid textile mills while the 100.5 N thrust handles the friction.
Dairy Pouch Flap Folder
Folds cardboard flaps on dairy packaging lines where routine washdowns occur, relying on the R axial port to save space.
Small Parts Diverter Gate
Pushes a lightweight routing gate to divert small plastic components on a conveyor, using the built-in magnet to confirm gate position.
Is the Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X150SR the Right Cylinder?
When sizing this 16 mm bore, stepping down to a 12 mm bore drops the 0.5 MPa push force to 56.5 N, whereas moving up to a 20 mm bore increases it to 157.0 N. If your application loses air pressure or the valve is centred, the piston will drift and cannot hold a load; the TPU pads only decelerate the end of travel. For suspended loads, add an external rod lock or a pilot-operated check valve.
The 150 mm stroke is well within the 500 mm maximum standard stroke for this bore, but at this length you should watch for side loads and rod bending. The ISO 6432 mounting interface lets you drop the unit straight into standard mini-cylinder brackets and clevises. Position sensing is fully enabled here via the -S magnet, compatible with CMSG, DMSG and EMSG switches.
Quick checklist
- ✓ Required force at your working pressure
- ✓ Stroke and mounting space
- ✓ Port/thread type (PT / G)
- ✓ Magnet (-S) for sensors?
- ✓ Back cover (CA/U/R/CM) & mount (LB/FA/SDB/TC)
Installation & Maintenance Notes
- check Use clean air filtered to 40µm or finer.
- check Keep within 0.15 – 1.0 MPa operating pressure.
- check Avoid side load on the piston rod.
- check Do not dismantle the riveted front/back covers.
- check Use correct back cover (CA/U/R/CM) & mount (LB/FA/SDB/TC).
- check Installation by qualified personnel per AirTAC docs.
Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X150SR FAQ
This 16 mm bore cylinder has a 1/8" port and generates 100.5 N push and 86.4 N pull at 0.5 MPa. At 0.7 MPa it provides 140.7 N push and 120.9 N pull. The theoretical maximum force is 20.5 kgf at 1.0 MPa.
No, the piston will drift if air is lost or the valve is centred. The fixed TPU bumper pads only decelerate the stroke end and do not act as a brake. For vertical loads, install an external rod lock or pilot check valve.
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