Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X175SCA
The AirTAC Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X175SCA 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 MI16X175SCA
Delivering 100.5 N of push force at 0.5 MPa, this double-acting stainless-steel round-body mini cylinder handles a 175 mm stroke with ease. The Ø16 mm bore uses a 1/8" port and an M6x1.0 male rod thread. Its riveted stainless barrel and rod shrug off mild corrosion, giving it a real edge over painted alternatives in damp or washdown settings. Fixed TPU bumper pads absorb the impact at stroke extremes without offering adjustable cushioning.
For practical sizing, plan for about 60 N of real work at 0.5 MPa, which translates to lifting roughly 5.1 kg vertically with a safe 2:1 margin. Because this SKU includes the -S magnet, it is fully primed for CMSG, DMSG or EMSG position switches. The rear CA clevis cover provides a pivot point, while the front and rear dimensions match the ISO 6432 mounting interface, dropping smoothly into standard mini-cylinder brackets.
Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X175SCA Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X175SCA |
|---|---|
| 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 MI16X175SCA
| 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 MI16X175SCA Is Used
Package Diverter Arm
Swings a lightweight routing gate on a packaging line, utilising the 175 mm travel to redirect small cartons with its 60 N safe working capacity.
Lab Sample Ejection
Pushes prepared specimen trays out of a testing bay, where the stainless build resists chemical exposure and the -S magnet confirms ejection via a DMSG sensor.
Bin Lid Actuation
Pivots a hinged access cover on a storage hopper using the CA clevis mount, lifting approximately 5 kg of lid weight through the 175 mm arc.
Is the Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X175SCA the Right Cylinder?
When sizing this actuator, the Ø12 mm model offers a lighter 56.5 N push at 0.5 MPa, whereas stepping up to the Ø20 mm bore yields 157.0 N if your payload demands more authority. This 175 mm stroke sits well within the 500 mm maximum for the bore, though maintaining rod alignment is critical over this travel distance to prevent side-loading and premature seal wear. The CA rear pivot mount pairs naturally with a clevis joint to accommodate slight articulation.
Remember that venting the air supply causes the piston to drift, as the TPU bumpers only decelerate the end-of-stroke impact and act purely as impact absorbers, never as a braking mechanism. To suspend a load securely during an air loss event, integrate an external pilot-operated check valve or a dedicated rod lock unit.
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 MI16X175SCA FAQ
This Ø16 mm bore cylinder features a 1/8" port and an M6x1.0 male 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.
No, the base MI uses fixed TPU bumper pads that simply decelerate the piston at the stroke ends, unlike the MIC variant which features adjustable air cushioning. However, the -S suffix means it has a built-in magnet for CMSG, DMSG or EMSG sensors, and its ISO 6432 mounting interface ensures easy bracket interchangeability.
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