Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X175CA
The AirTAC Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X175CA is a genuine double acting round-body mini air cylinder with a Ø16mm bore and 175mm 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
- Stroke175 mm
- Port size1/8"
- Acting typeDouble acting
- Rod threadM6×1.0
- CushionFixed TPU bumper pads
About the Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X175CA
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 175 mm stroke falls well within the 500 mm standard limit, while the Ø16 mm bore uses a 1/8" port and an M6x1.0 male rod thread. Its CA back cover provides a rear pivot point for clevis mounting.
The stainless barrel and rod resist mild corrosion, giving it an edge over painted alternatives in damp environments. Fixed TPU bumper pads absorb stroke-end impact, though they do not act as an adjustable cushion. Plan for roughly 60 N of real work at 0.5 MPa, which means it can safely lift about 5.1 kg vertically against gravity. Note that this specific SKU lacks a magnet, so it cannot host CMSG, DMSG or EMSG sensors without switching to the -S variant.
Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X175CA Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X175CA |
|---|---|
| Series | MI ISO 6432 mini cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø16 mm |
| Stroke | 175 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 MI16X175CA
| MI | ISO 6432 round-body mini cylinder (double-acting). |
|---|---|
| 16 | Bore size in mm. |
| ×175 | 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 MI16X175CA Is Used
Textile Loom Guide
Shifts a yarn guide arm across a 175 mm path, utilising the 100.5 N push force to tension materials reliably in humid textile mills.
Package Diverter Gate
Actuates a lightweight sorting flap on a packaging line, where the CA pivot clevis accommodates the angular swing of the diverter mechanism.
Lab Sample Ejector
Pushes prepared specimen trays out of a testing bay, benefiting from the stainless build that withstands frequent chemical wipe-downs.
Is the Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X175CA the Right Cylinder?
When sizing this bore, the smaller Ø12 option yields 56.5 N of push, whereas stepping up to the Ø20 provides 157.0 N at 0.5 MPa. The 175 mm stroke offers ample travel but requires attention to side loading; ensure the rod is guided to prevent bending over that distance. Because the CA rear clevis allows pivoting, it accommodates angular movement during the stroke arc.
This base MI model lacks a magnet, meaning position sensing is impossible on this exact unit. Furthermore, a standard double-acting cylinder drifts if air pressure drops or the valve is centred; the TPU pads only decelerate the end of stroke and will not lock the load. To suspend a vertical weight safely, install 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 MI16X175CA FAQ
This Ø16 mm bore cylinder features a 1/8" port and an M6x1.0 rod thread. It generates 100.5 N push and 86.4 N pull at 0.5 MPa, increasing to 140.7 N push and 120.9 N pull at 0.7 MPa. The theoretical maximum force is 20.5 kgf at 1.0 MPa.
Yes, the Ø16 bore uses the ISO 6432 mounting interface, so it drops into standard mini-cylinder brackets and clevises. However, because this specific SKU lacks the -S magnet, it cannot accept CMSG, DMSG or EMSG sensors for position detection.
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