Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X180CA
The AirTAC Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X180CA is a genuine double acting round-body mini air cylinder with a Ø16mm bore and 180mm 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
- Stroke180 mm
- Port size1/8"
- Acting typeDouble acting
- Rod threadM6×1.0
- CushionFixed TPU bumper pads
About the Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X180CA
Delivering 100.5 N of push force at 0.5 MPa, the AirTAC MI16X180CA is a double-acting round-body mini cylinder built for compact automation. The stainless-steel barrel and Ø6 mm piston rod shrug off mild corrosion, making it far superior to painted alternatives in damp or washdown-prone environments. Its 180 mm stroke operates at speeds between 30-800 mm/s, and the fixed TPU bumper pads absorb impact energy at the stroke ends without offering adjustable cushioning.
Because the 1/8" ported bore matches the ISO 6432 mounting interface, this unit drops directly into standard mini-cylinder brackets and clevises. Plan for roughly 60 N of actual work at 0.5 MPa, which translates to safely lifting a 5.1 kg mass vertically with a 2:1 safety margin. The rear CA pivot cover provides a clevis mount for articulating linkages, though this specific SKU lacks the -S magnet and therefore cannot host CMSG, DMSG or EMSG position sensors.
Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X180CA Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X180CA |
|---|---|
| Series | MI ISO 6432 mini cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø16 mm |
| Stroke | 180 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 MI16X180CA
| MI | ISO 6432 round-body mini cylinder (double-acting). |
|---|---|
| 16 | Bore size in mm. |
| ×180 | 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 MI16X180CA Is Used
Package Diverter Arm
Actuates a lightweight swing gate on a packaging line, using the CA clevis to pivot and push parcels weighing up to 5 kg onto an adjacent belt.
Lab Sample Ejector
Ejects processed test tubes from a centrifuge carousel, where the stainless-steel construction resists chemical spills and routine washdowns.
Small Parts Clamp
Clamps plastic housings during an ultrasonic welding process, applying a safe 60 N of holding force without crushing the component.
Is the Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X180CA the Right Cylinder?
When sizing this 16 mm bore, stepping down to the Ø12 version drops the 0.5 MPa push force to 56.5 N, while stepping up to the Ø20 bore raises it to 157.0 N. The 180 mm stroke is well within the 500 mm maximum for this bore, but at this length you should support the load to prevent rod bending and side-load wear. The CA rear pivot is ideal for angular movement, but remember that a plain double-acting cylinder drifts if air pressure is lost or the valve is centred. The fixed TPU bumpers only decelerate the stroke end; they do not function as a brake, so install an external rod lock or pilot check valve if the mechanism must hold position.
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 MI16X180CA FAQ
This 16 mm bore cylinder features a 1/8" air port and an M6x1.0 male rod thread. At 0.5 MPa it generates 100.5 N push and 86.4 N pull. At 0.7 MPa the forces are 140.7 N push and 120.9 N pull. The theoretical maximum force is 20.5 kgf at 1.0 MPa.
You can drop this cylinder into standard ISO 6432 mini-cylinder brackets thanks to its matching mounting dimensions, but this specific SKU lacks the internal magnet. Without the -S option, it cannot accept CMSG, DMSG or EMSG magnetic switches. You would need the -S variant for position sensing.
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