Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X15UTC
The AirTAC Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X15UTC 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 MI16X15UTC
Delivering 100.5 N of push force at 0.5 MPa, this double-acting stainless-steel mini cylinder handles short 15 mm strokes with precision. The riveted round-body construction pairs a corrosion-resistant barrel and rod, surviving damp or washdown environments better than painted alternatives. Its compact 16 mm bore uses a 1/8" port and an M6x1.0 male rod thread.
Because the 100.5 N rating is theoretical, plan for a real work load of about 60 N. Vertically, it safely lifts around 5.1 kg with a 2:1 margin. The fixed TPU bumper pads absorb end-of-stroke impact without adjustable cushioning. This specific SKU lacks a magnet, so it cannot host CMSG, DMSG or EMSG sensors; choose an -S variant if position feedback is required.
Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X15UTC Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X15UTC |
|---|---|
| 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 MI16X15UTC
| 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 MI16X15UTC Is Used
Ejector Pins
Snaps small plastic ejector pins back into a molding fixture using a rapid 15 mm stroke and 60 N of usable thrust.
Part Clamping
Secures lightweight aluminum widgets during a secondary machining pass, utilizing the stainless body for coolant washdown resistance.
Gate Diversion
Actuates a short diverter gate on a packaging conveyor, moving 5.1 kg product loads vertically with a 2:1 safety margin.
Is the Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X15UTC the Right Cylinder?
When sizing this 16 mm bore, compare it against neighbours: a 12 mm bore yields 56.5 N push at 0.5 MPa, while a 20 mm bore provides 157.0 N. This model includes a U 90-degree back cover and a TC trunnion mount, offering versatile pivot installation. The 15 mm stroke keeps the rod extremely short, minimizing side-load and rod-bending risks.
Remember that a standard double-acting cylinder drifts if air pressure drops or the valve centers. The TPU bumpers only decelerate the piston near the stroke end; they do not function as a braking lock. To suspend a load safely during an air loss event, integrate an external rod lock or a pilot-operated check valve into your circuit.
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 MI16X15UTC FAQ
At 0.5 MPa it pushes 100.5 N and pulls 86.4 N. At 0.7 MPa it pushes 140.7 N and pulls 120.9 N. The theoretical maximum force is 20.5 kgf at 1.0 MPa. The air port is 1/8" and the male rod thread is M6x1.0.
Yes, it includes a TC trunnion mount and a U 90-degree back cover. However, this specific SKU lacks a magnet, so it cannot accept CMSG, DMSG or EMSG switches. You would need the -S magnet variant for position sensing.
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