Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X160R
The AirTAC Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X160R 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 MI16X160R
Delivering 100.5 N of push force at 0.5 MPa, this double-acting stainless-steel mini cylinder handles compact automation tasks with ease. The Ø16 mm bore uses a 1/8 inch port and an M6x1.0 male rod thread. Its round-body, riveted construction features a stainless barrel and rod that resist mild corrosion, making it superior to painted alternatives in damp environments. Fixed TPU bumper pads absorb stroke-end impact to protect your mechanism.
Because the 100.5 N rating is theoretical, plan for a safe working load of about 60 N in practice. This translates to lifting roughly 5.1 kg vertically with a 2:1 safety margin. The 160 mm stroke falls well within the 500 mm maximum, and the R back cover provides an axial-in port orientation for tight inline plumbing. Note that this specific SKU lacks a magnet, so it cannot host CMSG, DMSG or EMSG sensors without switching to an -S variant.
Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X160R Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X160R |
|---|---|
| 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 MI16X160R
| 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 MI16X160R Is Used
Package Diverting Gate
Actuates a lightweight routing flap on a packaging line, using the 100.5 N thrust to push small cartons onto auxiliary tracks at speed.
Textile Loom Tensioner
Maintains consistent yarn tension in a humid textile facility, where the stainless steel rod shrugs off ambient moisture and lint.
Small Parts Ejector
Kicks machined plastic components out of a moulding station, relying on the fixed TPU bumpers to quietly halt the 160 mm stroke.
Is the Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X160R the Right Cylinder?
When sizing this 16 mm bore, compare it against its neighbours: a 12 mm bore yields 56.5 N of push at 0.5 MPa, while stepping up to a 20 mm bore provides 157 N. This model is ideal for medium-light duties. It conforms to ISO 6432 mounting dimensions, so it drops directly into standard mini-cylinder brackets and clevises. You can utilise LB foot, FA flange, SDB pivot, or TC trunnion mounts alongside CA, U, R, or CM back covers.
Remember that a plain double-acting cylinder drifts if air pressure drops or the valve is centred; the TPU bumpers only decelerate the stroke end and act as neither a brake nor a position lock. To suspend a load safely, install an external rod lock or a pilot-operated check valve. Additionally, the 160 mm stroke demands attention to side loading—ensure proper alignment to prevent rod bending and premature seal wear.
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 MI16X160R FAQ
At 0.5 MPa it provides 100.5 N push and 86.4 N pull. At 0.7 MPa it yields 140.7 N push and 120.9 N pull. The theoretical maximum force is 20.5 kgf at 1.0 MPa. The air port size is 1/8 inch.
No, this specific SKU does not include a magnet, so it cannot accept CMSG, DMSG or EMSG switches. You must select the -S variant (MI16X160R-S) if position sensing is required.
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