Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X200CA
The AirTAC Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X200CA is a genuine double acting round-body mini air cylinder with a Ø16mm bore and 200mm 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
- Stroke200 mm
- Port size1/8"
- Acting typeDouble acting
- Rod threadM6×1.0
- CushionFixed TPU bumper pads
About the Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X200CA
Delivering 100.5 N of push force at 0.5 MPa, this double-acting stainless-steel round-body mini cylinder handles a 200 mm stroke with ease. The Ø16 bore uses a 1/8" port and an M6x1.0 male rod thread, conforming to ISO 6432 mounting dimensions so it drops directly into standard mini-cylinder brackets and clevises.
The riveted stainless barrel and rod naturally resist mild corrosion, outperforming painted alternatives in damp or washdown settings. Fixed TPU bumper pads absorb stroke-end impact without offering adjustable cushioning. For practical sizing, plan for roughly 60 N of real work at 0.5 MPa, which means it can vertically lift about 5.1 kg with a 2:1 safety margin.
Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X200CA Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X200CA |
|---|---|
| Series | MI ISO 6432 mini cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø16 mm |
| Stroke | 200 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 MI16X200CA
| MI | ISO 6432 round-body mini cylinder (double-acting). |
|---|---|
| 16 | Bore size in mm. |
| ×200 | 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 MI16X200CA Is Used
Package Diverter Arm
Pushes light cardboard cartons on a packaging line using its 100.5 N thrust, with the CA clevis allowing the arm to pivot smoothly during the 200 mm travel.
Lab Sample Ejection
Ejects plastic sample trays from a testing station, where the stainless steel construction prevents rust in high-humidity laboratory environments.
Small Bin Gate Actuation
Opens and closes a lightweight hopper gate for dry granular materials, lifting the 5 kg flap reliably with a safe 2:1 vertical lift margin.
Is the Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X200CA the Right Cylinder?
When sizing this unit, the smaller Ø12 bore provides 56.5 N push while the larger Ø20 bore offers 157.0 N at 0.5 MPa, giving you clear boundaries if your force requirements shift. The CA rear pivot cover suits articulated clevis mounting, and you can pair it with LB foot, FA flange or TC trunnion brackets. Because this 200 mm stroke is quite long for a 16 mm bore, be careful to avoid side-loading the 6 mm rod to prevent bending and premature seal wear.
Note that this specific SKU lacks the -S magnet, meaning it cannot accept CMSG, DMSG or EMSG position switches; you would need the -S variant for sensing. Furthermore, the fixed bumpers only decelerate the end of travel and do not function as a brake. If the application requires the load to stay put when air is removed or the valve is centered, you must add an external rod lock or a pilot-operated check valve, as the piston will drift otherwise.
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 MI16X200CA FAQ
This Ø16 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.
No, this specific SKU does not include a magnet. You must select the -S variant to use CMSG, DMSG or EMSG switches. Additionally, it relies on fixed TPU bumper pads for end-of-stroke deceleration rather than an adjustable air cushion, and it uses standard ISO 6432 mounting dimensions.
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