Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X160U
The AirTAC Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X160U 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 MI16X160U
Generating 100.5 N of push force at 0.5 MPa, this double-acting stainless-steel round-body mini cylinder handles 160 mm strokes with a 1/8" port and M6x1.0 male rod thread. The riveted stainless barrel and rod naturally shrug off mild corrosion, giving it a real edge over painted alternatives in damp or washdown-prone environments. Fixed TPU bumper pads absorb the impact at stroke extremes, decelerating the piston without the complexity of adjustable cushioning.
For practical sizing, plan for roughly 60 N of actual work at 0.5 MPa, or expect it to lift about 5.1 kg vertically with a safe 2:1 margin. Because this specific SKU lacks the -S magnet, it cannot accept CMSG, DMSG or EMSG position switches. The rear U cover orients the port and pivot 90 degrees to the body, which helps tremendously when routing air lines in tight machinery envelopes.
Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X160U Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X160U |
|---|---|
| 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 MI16X160U
| 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 MI16X160U Is Used
Package Deflector
Pushes lightweight cardboard cartons on a packaging conveyor using 100.5 N of thrust, with the 90-degree U cover keeping the 1/8" air line flush against the frame.
Textile Loom Guide
Cycles a yarn guide back and forth across a 160 mm path, relying on the stainless steel barrel to resist humid textile mill environments.
Small Parts Ejector
Kicks machined plastic components out of a molding fixture, safely moving parts weighing up to 5.1 kg vertically using a 2:1 safety margin.
Is the Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X160U the Right Cylinder?
If 100.5 N is too much force, step down to the Ø12 bore which provides 56.5 N of push at 0.5 MPa; if you need more muscle, the Ø20 bore pushes 157.0 N at the same pressure. This 160 mm stroke sits well within the 500 mm maximum for the Ø16 bore, but always support the rod end to prevent side-loading and premature seal wear over longer travels. Remember that the fixed TPU bumpers only soften end-of-stroke impacts; they will not hold a load vertically if air pressure drops or the valve is centered. To prevent drift on suspended parts, install an external pilot-operated 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 MI16X160U FAQ
The 1/8" ported Ø16 bore yields 100.5 N push and 86.4 N pull at 0.5 MPa. 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.
Yes, the Ø16 bore uses standard ISO 6432 mounting dimensions for easy bracket interchangeability. However, because this specific SKU lacks the -S magnet, it cannot accept CMSG, DMSG or EMSG magnetic switches without upgrading to an -S variant.
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