Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X160SCA
The AirTAC Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X160SCA 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 MI16X160SCA
Delivering 100.5 N of push force at 0.5 MPa, this double-acting stainless-steel round-body mini cylinder handles 160 mm strokes with ease. The riveted barrel and Ø6 mm rod shrug off mild corrosion, making it superior to painted alternatives in damp washdown areas. Its 1/8" port and M6x1.0 male rod thread ensure straightforward pneumatic integration.
Thanks to the built-in -S magnet, you can track piston position using CMSG, DMSG or EMSG switches. The ISO 6432 mounting interface lets it drop directly into standard mini-cylinder brackets. Plan for a safe working load of roughly 60 N, which translates to lifting about 5.1 kg vertically with a 2:1 safety margin.
Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X160SCA Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X160SCA |
|---|---|
| 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 MI16X160SCA
| 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 MI16X160SCA Is Used
Package Diverter Gate
Swings a lightweight sorting flap on a packaging line using the CA clevis, easily handling the 60 N safe working load to redirect small cartons.
Lab Sample Ejector
Pushes test tubes out of a centrifuge carousel in a humid laboratory environment, relying on the stainless rod to resist mild corrosion from frequent washdowns.
Textile Loom Tensioner
Adjusts a yarn tensioning arm through a 160 mm travel distance, using the -S magnet and a DMSG switch to confirm arm position for the control system.
Is the Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X160SCA the Right Cylinder?
When sizing this 16 mm bore, the smaller Ø12 generates 56.5 N at 0.5 MPa, while stepping up to the Ø20 yields 157.0 N. This model includes a CA rear pivot cover for clevis mounting, ideal for articulating linkages. The fixed TPU bumper pads absorb stroke-end impact but do not function as an adjustable air cushion.
Because it is a standard double-acting cylinder, the piston will drift if air pressure drops or the valve is centred. To suspend a load safely during an outage, install an external rod lock or a pilot-operated check valve. At 160 mm, keep the side-load minimal to prevent rod bending.
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 MI16X160SCA FAQ
At 0.5 MPa it provides 100.5 N push and 86.4 N pull. 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. The air port size is 1/8".
No, the piston will drift if air pressure is lost or the valve is centred. The fixed TPU bumper pads only decelerate the stroke end and do not act as a brake. Use an external rod lock or pilot check valve for load holding.
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