Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X16CA
The AirTAC Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X16CA is a genuine double acting round-body mini air cylinder with a Ø16mm bore and 16mm 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
- Stroke16 mm
- Port size1/8"
- Acting typeDouble acting
- Rod threadM6×1.0
- CushionFixed TPU bumper pads
About the Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X16CA
Delivering 100.5 N of push force at 0.5 MPa, this double-acting stainless-steel round-body mini cylinder handles compact automation with ease. The riveted Ø16 mm barrel and rod shrug off mild corrosion, outlasting painted alternatives in damp or washdown environments. Its 1/8" port and M6x1.0 male rod thread provide a robust pneumatic interface for tight spaces.
Built to ISO 6432 mounting dimensions, the body drops directly into standard mini-cylinder brackets and clevises. Plan for roughly 60 N of actual work at 0.5 MPa, which translates to lifting about 5.1 kg vertically with a 2:1 safety margin. Fixed TPU bumper pads absorb end-of-stroke impact, while the rear CA pivot cover accommodates articulating loads.
Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X16CA Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X16CA |
|---|---|
| Series | MI ISO 6432 mini cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø16 mm |
| Stroke | 16 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 MI16X16CA
| MI | ISO 6432 round-body mini cylinder (double-acting). |
|---|---|
| 16 | Bore size in mm. |
| ×16 | 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 MI16X16CA Is Used
Gate Deflector Arms
Uses the CA rear clevis to pivot a small guide flap on a packaging sorter, relying on the 100.5 N thrust to snap the gate open against spring tension.
Clamping Jaws
Secures lightweight plastic housings inside an assembly fixture, where the 16 mm stroke provides rapid clamping without crushing the component.
Lab Dispenser Dosing
Drives a micro-valve plunger in a fluid dispensing rig, benefiting from the stainless construction to resist humid laboratory atmospheres.
Is the Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X16CA the Right Cylinder?
When sizing this actuator, the Ø12 bore offers a lighter 56.5 N push, whereas stepping up to Ø20 yields 157.0 N if your fixture demands more force. Because this specific SKU lacks the -S magnet, it cannot accept CMSG, DMSG or EMSG position switches; you must choose an -S variant if sensing is required. The 16 mm stroke is very short, which naturally minimizes rod bending and side-load risks.
Remember that venting the air supply or centering the directional valve causes the piston to drift freely. The TPU bumpers only decelerate the stroke end and do not function as a brake. To suspend a load securely during an air loss event, install an external rod lock or a pilot-operated check valve.
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 MI16X16CA FAQ
This Ø16 mm bore cylinder features 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 a magnet. To use CMSG, DMSG or EMSG switches, you must purchase the -S magnet variant. The unit does feature a CA rear pivot cover and ISO 6432 mounting dimensions for standard brackets.
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