Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X15SCM
The AirTAC Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X15SCM is a genuine double acting round-body mini air cylinder with a Ø16mm bore and 15mm 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
- Stroke15 mm
- Port size1/8"
- Acting typeDouble acting
- Rod threadM6×1.0
- CushionFixed TPU bumper pads
About the Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X15SCM
Generating 100.5 N of push force at 0.5 MPa, this double-acting stainless-steel mini cylinder handles short 15 mm strokes with a 1/8" port and a CM round end cover. 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 production areas. Because the Ø16 bore falls inside the Ø8-Ø25 range, it shares the ISO 6432 mounting interface, dropping smoothly into standard mini-cylinder brackets and clevises.
For practical sizing, plan for roughly 60 N of real work at 0.5 MPa rather than the absolute maximum. This translates to lifting about 5.1 kg vertically with a 2:1 safety margin, letting you match the actuator to actual part weights. The built-in magnet (-S) supports CMSG, DMSG and EMSG switches for position sensing, while fixed TPU bumper pads decelerate the stroke end without adding adjustable cushioning bulk.
Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X15SCM Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X15SCM |
|---|---|
| Series | MI ISO 6432 mini cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø16 mm |
| Stroke | 15 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 MI16X15SCM
| MI | ISO 6432 round-body mini cylinder (double-acting). |
|---|---|
| 16 | Bore size in mm. |
| ×15 | 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 MI16X15SCM Is Used
Clamping Small Parts
Holds light aluminium brackets in a machining fixture using the 100.5 N push force, while the 15 mm stroke keeps the clamping cycle fast and compact.
Package Diverting Gate
Pivots a short deflector plate on a packaging line where the stainless build withstands washdown and the CM round end fits within tight side frames.
Electronic Component Ejector
Pushes PCBs out of an assembly nest with a 15 mm stroke, relying on the -S magnet to trigger a DMSG sensor for part-release confirmation.
Is the Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X15SCM the Right Cylinder?
When sizing this 15 mm stroke actuator, check both neighbours: the Ø12 bore yields 56.5 N push at 0.5 MPa, while the Ø20 bore steps up to 157.0 N. If your payload requires holding position during air loss or valve centring, remember this plain cylinder will drift; add an external rod lock or pilot-operated check valve for secure load holding. The CM round end cover offers a neat rear profile for tight spaces. This SKU includes the -S magnet for CMSG/DMSG/EMSG sensors; without that S suffix, a standard mini cylinder cannot accept a reed or electronic switch.
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 MI16X15SCM FAQ
This Ø16 bore cylinder has a 1/8" port and generates 100.5 N push / 86.4 N pull at 0.5 MPa, and 140.7 N push / 120.9 N pull at 0.7 MPa. Its theoretical maximum force is 20.5 kgf at 1.0 MPa.
No, the base MI uses fixed TPU bumper pads that simply decelerate the piston at the stroke end. For adjustable air cushioning, you would need the MIC variant. This model also features the ISO 6432 mounting interface for standard brackets.
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