Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X170SCA
The AirTAC Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X170SCA is a genuine double acting round-body mini air cylinder with a Ø16mm bore and 170mm 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
- Stroke170 mm
- Port size1/8"
- Acting typeDouble acting
- Rod threadM6×1.0
- CushionFixed TPU bumper pads
About the Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X170SCA
Delivering 100.5 N of push force at 0.5 MPa, this double-acting stainless-steel round-body mini cylinder handles a 170 mm stroke with a built-in magnet and CA pivot clevis. The 16 mm bore operates on a 1/8 inch port and conforms to ISO 6432 mounting dimensions, dropping directly into standard mini-cylinder brackets. Its stainless barrel and rod resist mild corrosion, giving it an edge over painted alternatives in damp environments.
Fixed TPU bumper pads absorb the impact at stroke ends, while the rolled riveted body keeps the unit compact. Plan for a real work rate of about 60 N at 0.5 MPa, which equates to safely lifting a 5.1 kg part vertically with a 2:1 margin. The integrated piston magnet allows CMSG, DMSG, and EMSG switches to track position precisely.
Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X170SCA Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X170SCA |
|---|---|
| Series | MI ISO 6432 mini cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø16 mm |
| Stroke | 170 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 MI16X170SCA
| MI | ISO 6432 round-body mini cylinder (double-acting). |
|---|---|
| 16 | Bore size in mm. |
| ×170 | 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 MI16X170SCA Is Used
Component Ejection
Pushes machined aluminium parts out of a CNC fixture using 100.5 N of force, safely handling components up to 5 kg during ejection.
Pivot Diverter
Uses the CA clevis to swing a guide arm on a packaging line, routing small cartoms at speeds between 30 and 800 mm/s.
Lab Sample Handling
Stainless construction withstands mild washdown in laboratory automation, extending 170 mm to push sample trays into testing stations.
Is the Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X170SCA the Right Cylinder?
If 100.5 N is excessive for your fixture, step down to the Ø12 bore providing 56.5 N; if pushing heavier loads, the Ø20 bore offers 157.0 N at the same pressure. The CA rear clevis suits pivoting linkages, complemented by LB foot, FA flange, or TC trunnion options. Because the 170 mm stroke is relatively long for a 16 mm bore, ensure front mounting alignment to prevent rod bending and premature seal wear.
Note that venting or centering the valve causes the piston to drift, as the TPU bumpers only decelerate the end of travel without locking the load. To suspend a vertical weight securely, 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 MI16X170SCA FAQ
This 16 mm bore cylinder features 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.
The -S suffix means it has a magnet for CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG switches. However, it cannot hold a load when air is removed; the piston drifts, so you need an external pilot check valve for vertical holding. Fixed TPU bumpers only decelerate the stroke end.
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