Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X16SCA
The AirTAC Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X16SCA 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 MI16X16SCA
Delivering 100.5 N of push force at 0.5 MPa, this double-acting stainless-steel round-body mini cylinder handles compact automation tasks with ease. The Ø16 mm bore operates on a 1/8 inch port, and the integrated piston magnet supports CMSG, DMSG and EMSG position switches. Its riveted stainless barrel and rod shrug off mild corrosion, giving it a real edge over painted alternatives in damp or washdown environments.
Because the stroke-end impact is managed by fixed TPU bumper pads rather than an adjustable cushion, the unit stays simple and compact. For practical sizing, plan for about 60 N of real work at 0.5 MPa, which means it lifts roughly 5.1 kg vertically with a 2:1 safety margin. The CA rear pivot cover allows straightforward clevis mounting.
Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X16SCA Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X16SCA |
|---|---|
| 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 MI16X16SCA
| 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 MI16X16SCA Is Used
Diverter Gate Actuation
Uses the CA clevis to pivot a sorting flap on a packaging line, applying 100.5 N of push force to snap light cardboard cartons onto a secondary conveyor belt.
Lab Sample Ejection
Leverages the stainless steel construction to resist humidity in analytical equipment, safely pushing 5 kg test tube racks out of a washdown station.
Small Parts Clamping
Provides reliable hold-down pressure for machining small plastic fittings, using the 16 mm stroke to rapidly secure components during a light drilling cycle.
Is the Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X16SCA the Right Cylinder?
When sizing this 16 mm bore unit, note that stepping down to the Ø12 version drops the 0.5 MPa push force to 56.5 N, while moving up to the Ø20 bore increases it to 157.0 N. The 16 mm stroke keeps the retracted length extremely short, minimising rod bending risks even under lateral stress. Thanks to the ISO 6432 mounting interface, it drops directly into standard mini-cylinder brackets and clevises.
Remember that a standard double-acting cylinder drifts when air is lost or the valve is centred; the TPU bumpers only soften the end of stroke and do not function as a brake. If your application requires the load to stay put, add 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 MI16X16SCA FAQ
This double-acting cylinder has a 1/8 inch 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.
Yes, the model code includes an -S, meaning it has a built-in piston magnet ready for CMSG, DMSG and EMSG reed or electronic switches. It features fixed TPU bumper pads for deceleration and a CA rear clevis for pivoting mounts.
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