Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X175R
The AirTAC Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X175R 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 MI16X175R
Generating about 100 N of push force at 0.5 MPa, this double-acting stainless-steel round-body mini cylinder handles a 175 mm stroke with a 1/8" port and M6x1.0 male rod thread. The stainless barrel and rod resist mild corrosion, giving it a real edge over painted alternatives in damp or washdown environments. Its riveted construction keeps the body compact, while the fixed TPU bumper pads absorb impact at the stroke ends.
For practical sizing, plan for around 60 N of actual work at 0.5 MPa rather than the absolute maximum. This translates to lifting about 5.1 kg vertically with a 2:1 safety margin. The rear R cover features an axial-in port orientation, and because this specific SKU lacks the -S magnet, it cannot accept CMSG, DMSG or EMSG position switches.
Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X175R Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X175R |
|---|---|
| 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 MI16X175R
| 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 MI16X175R Is Used
Package Diverter Gate
Pushes lightweight cardboard cartons on a packaging line using its 100.5 N thrust and 175 mm travel distance.
Lab Sample Ejector
Ejects plastic test tubes from a centrifuge carousel, leveraging the stainless steel body for mild chemical resistance.
Small Parts Sorter
Actuates a routing flap to separate aluminium machined components based on a downstream optical inspection.
Is the Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X175R the Right Cylinder?
Sitting in the middle of the range, this 16 mm bore bridges the gap between the 12 mm option (56.5 N push) and the 20 mm option (157 N push) at 0.5 MPa. The 175 mm stroke is well within the 500 mm maximum standard limit for this bore, though at this extension you should monitor side loading to prevent rod bending. It uses the ISO 6432 mounting interface, so it drops directly into standard mini-cylinder brackets and clevises, with LB foot, FA flange, SDB pivot and TC trunnion options available.
Note that a plain cylinder drifts when air is lost or the valve is centred, as the TPU bumpers only decelerate the stroke end rather than locking the load. If your application requires position holding, 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 MI16X175R FAQ
The 1/8" ported 16 mm bore generates 100.5 N push and 86.4 N pull at 0.5 MPa, or 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.
No, because this specific SKU lacks the internal magnet, it cannot accept CMSG, DMSG or EMSG switches. You would need the -S variant for position sensing. The unit relies on fixed TPU bumper pads for end-of-stroke deceleration.
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