Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X160SU
The AirTAC Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X160SU 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 MI16X160SU
Delivering 100.5 N of push force at 0.5 MPa, this double-acting stainless-steel round-body mini cylinder handles a 160 mm travel range with precision. The riveted barrel and rod shrug off mild corrosion, giving it a real edge over painted alternatives in damp washdown environments. Its 1/8" port and M6x1.0 male rod thread keep pneumatic and mechanical hookups standard.
With a 100.5 N output, you can plan for roughly 60 N of actual work at 0.5 MPa, or lift a 5.1 kg part vertically with a safe 2:1 margin. The built-in magnet supports CMSG, DMSG and EMSG switches for position sensing, while fixed TPU bumper pads absorb the impact at stroke extremes. The rear U cover provides a 90-degree port orientation to simplify tight routing.
Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X160SU Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X160SU |
|---|---|
| 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 MI16X160SU
| 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 MI16X160SU Is Used
Diverter Gate Actuation
Pushes lightweight sorting flaps on packaging lines, using the 160 mm stroke to clear passing cartons while the stainless body resists ambient humidity.
Lab Sample Ejection
Ejects processed sample trays from test enclosures where the 100.5 N push force easily overcomes tray friction without damaging delicate glassware.
Small Press Pinning
Drives a 6 mm rod to seat dowel pins in aluminium jigs, relying on CMSG sensors to confirm the exact 160 mm extension before the press retracts.
Is the Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X160SU the Right Cylinder?
When sizing this 16 mm bore, compare it against the 12 mm bore (56.5 N push @0.5 MPa) for lighter tasks, 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 guideline. The 160 mm stroke is well within the 500 mm maximum, though at this length you should ensure front mounting alignment to prevent rod bending and premature seal wear.
Because the U cover orients the port 90 degrees, verify your hose clearance before finalizing the layout. Remember that venting the valve centres the piston and causes drift; the TPU pads only decelerate the end of stroke rather than locking the load. To suspend a load safely mid-stroke, fit an external pilot check valve or a dedicated rod lock.
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 MI16X160SU 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. This 16 mm bore cylinder uses a 1/8" pneumatic port.
No, the piston will drift if air pressure drops or the valve is centred. The fixed TPU bumper pads only decelerate the rod near the stroke ends and do not function as a brake. You must use an external rod lock or pilot check valve to hold a vertical load.
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