Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X160CA
The AirTAC Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X160CA is a genuine double acting round-body mini air cylinder with a Ø16mm bore and 160mm 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
- Stroke160 mm
- Port size1/8"
- Acting typeDouble acting
- Rod threadM6×1.0
- CushionFixed TPU bumper pads
About the Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X160CA
Generating around 100.5 N of push force at 0.5 MPa, this double-acting stainless-steel mini cylinder handles compact automation with ease. The Ø16 mm bore features a 1/8" port and a 160 mm stroke, utilizing a CA pivot clevis back cover for articulated mounting. Its riveted round-body construction shrinks the footprint while the fixed TPU bumper pads absorb end-of-stroke impact without offering adjustable cushioning.
The stainless barrel and Ø6 mm rod naturally resist mild corrosion, outlasting painted alternatives in damp or washdown settings. Because this specific SKU lacks the -S magnet, it cannot host CMSG, DMSG or EMSG sensors. Plan for roughly 60 N of actual work at 0.5 MPa, which means it lifts about 5.1 kg vertically with a safe 2:1 margin. The Ø8-Ø25 series adheres to ISO 6432 mounting dimensions, dropping directly into standard mini-cylinder brackets.
Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X160CA Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X160CA |
|---|---|
| Series | MI ISO 6432 mini cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø16 mm |
| Stroke | 160 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 MI16X160CA
| MI | ISO 6432 round-body mini cylinder (double-acting). |
|---|---|
| 16 | Bore size in mm. |
| ×160 | 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 MI16X160CA Is Used
Pivoting Parts Diverter
Uses the CA clevis to swing lightweight aluminum extrusions along a packaging conveyor, relying on the 100.5 N thrust to push products into secondary lanes.
Small Press Ejection
Retracts a Ø6 mm rod to eject stamped plastic housings from a forming die, absorbing the sudden return impact via fixed TPU bumper pads.
Damp Environment Gate
Actuates a stainless-steel access flap in a humid washdown zone, where the corrosion-resistant barrel prevents rust buildup over continuous cycles.
Is the Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X160CA the Right Cylinder?
When sizing this 16 mm bore, compare it against the 12 mm option (56.5 N push @0.5 MPa) for lighter clamping, or step up to the 20 mm bore (157.0 N push @0.5 MPa) if your payload exceeds the 5.1 kg vertical lift threshold. The 160 mm stroke provides ample travel, but ensure your guidance system minimizes side-load to prevent rod bending. You can mount it via LB foot, FA flange, SDB pivot, TC trunnion, or the included CA clevis.
Remember that venting the air supply causes the piston to drift, as the TPU bumpers only decelerate the stroke end and never lock the load. To suspend a vertical weight safely during an air loss event, install an external rod lock or a pilot-operated check valve. For high-speed cycles requiring adjustable end-cushioning, consider the MIC variable-cushion variant instead.
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 MI16X160CA FAQ
This double-acting cylinder uses 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. The theoretical maximum force is 20.5 kgf at 1.0 MPa.
No, this specific SKU does not include the -S magnet, so it cannot host CMSG, DMSG or EMSG switches. You would need the -S variant for sensing. It uses the ISO 6432 mounting interface and a CA clevis for installation.
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