Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X175SCM
The AirTAC Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X175SCM 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 MI16X175SCM
Delivering 100.5 N of push force at 0.5 MPa, this double-acting stainless-steel mini cylinder handles mid-range automation tasks with ease. The riveted round-body construction pairs a corrosion-resistant barrel and rod with a 175 mm stroke, making it highly suitable for damp or washdown environments where painted steel fails. Because the bore is Ø16, it uses the ISO 6432 mounting interface, dropping directly into standard mini-cylinder brackets and clevises for easy design integration.
The built-in piston magnet (-S) supports CMSG, DMSG and EMSG switches for position sensing, while the CM round end cover keeps rear porting tidy and compact. Fixed TPU bumper pads absorb the impact at stroke extremes, though they decelerate rather than provide adjustable cushioning. 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. Air connects via a 1/8" port.
Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X175SCM Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X175SCM |
|---|---|
| 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 MI16X175SCM
| 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 MI16X175SCM Is Used
Package Diverting Gate
Actuates a lightweight routing flap on a packaging conveyor, using the 175 mm stroke to shift small cartons between lanes without stalling the belt.
Lab Sample Ejection
Pushes processed test tubes out of a centrifuge carousel in a humid laboratory, relying on the stainless rod to resist daily chemical washdowns.
Small Part Sorting
Drives a deflector arm on an electronics assembly line to bin defective components, easily handling the 60 N safe working load at 0.5 MPa.
Is the Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X175SCM the Right Cylinder?
When sizing this 16 mm bore unit, the smaller Ø12 MI generates 56.5 N of push at 0.5 MPa, whereas stepping up to the Ø20 MI yields 157.0 N, so verify your actual load sits closer to the 60 N practical working range. The 175 mm stroke is well within the 500 mm maximum for this bore, but at this extension you must watch out for side loads and rod bending—keep the load guided to prevent premature seal wear. Mounting options include LB foot, FA flange, SDB pivot and TC trunnion blocks to suit your frame.
Remember that a standard double-acting cylinder like this will drift if air pressure drops or the valve is centred; the TPU bumpers only soften the end-of-stroke impact and act neither as a lock nor a brake. If your application must hold a vertical load securely during an air loss event, fit an external rod lock or a pilot-operated check valve. This SKU includes the -S magnet for sensors, but without it, position detection is impossible.
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 MI16X175SCM FAQ
This 16 mm bore cylinder uses a 1/8" air port and a 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 features fixed TPU bumper pads that decelerate the stroke end but do not offer adjustable air cushioning (you would need the MIC variant for that). However, this model includes a built-in magnet (-S), allowing you to mount CMSG, DMSG or EMSG electronic switches for precise position detection.
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