Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X210CA
The AirTAC Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X210CA is a genuine double acting round-body mini air cylinder with a Ø16mm bore and 210mm 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
- Stroke210 mm
- Port size1/8"
- Acting typeDouble acting
- Rod threadM6×1.0
- CushionFixed TPU bumper pads
About the Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X210CA
Delivering 100.5 N of push force at 0.5 MPa, this double-acting stainless-steel round-body mini cylinder handles compact automation with ease. The Ø16 mm bore uses a 1/8" port and an M6x1.0 male rod thread, while the CA back cover provides a rear pivot clevis for articulated mounting. Its rolled and riveted stainless barrel and rod naturally shrug off mild corrosion, giving it a real edge over painted alternatives in damp or washdown settings.
Because the 210 mm stroke is relatively long for this bore, plan for a safe working load of about 60 N rather than the absolute maximum, and expect it to lift roughly 5.1 kg vertically with a 2:1 safety margin. This SKU lacks the -S magnet, so it cannot accept CMSG, DMSG or EMSG sensors. Fixed TPU bumper pads absorb the end-of-stroke impact, and its ISO 6432 mounting dimensions drop directly into standard mini-cylinder brackets.
Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X210CA Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X210CA |
|---|---|
| Series | MI ISO 6432 mini cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø16 mm |
| Stroke | 210 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 MI16X210CA
| MI | ISO 6432 round-body mini cylinder (double-acting). |
|---|---|
| 16 | Bore size in mm. |
| ×210 | 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 MI16X210CA Is Used
Package Diverter Arm
Swings a lightweight gating mechanism on a packaging line to sort small cartons, utilising the CA pivot mount to accommodate the arc motion.
Lab Sample Ejector
Pushes prepared specimen trays out of a damp testing chamber, relying on the stainless steel construction to resist humidity and chemical exposure.
Textile Guide Mechanism
Shifts a yarn guide back and forth across a 210 mm path, using the fixed TPU bumpers to soften the repetitive directional changes.
Is the Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X210CA the Right Cylinder?
When sizing this actuator, note the Ø12 bore below it offers 56.5 N push at 0.5 MPa, whereas stepping up to the Ø20 bore yields 157.0 N. If your pivot mechanism needs position feedback, you must select the -S magnet version to enable switch mounting. For higher cycling speeds at this stroke, consider the MIC variant which features adjustable air cushions instead of the fixed TPU bumpers found here.
Because air pressure alone will not hold a load if the valve is centred or supply drops, the piston will drift. Use an external pilot-operated check valve or a rod lock to maintain vertical position. The 210 mm stroke also demands careful alignment to prevent rod bending and premature seal wear.
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 MI16X210CA FAQ
This Ø16 mm bore cylinder features a 1/8" port and generates 100.5 N push / 86.4 N pull at 0.5 MPa, and 140.7 N push / 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 the -S magnet, so CMSG, DMSG and EMSG switches cannot be used. You would need to specify the -S variant for position sensing. It uses the ISO 6432 mounting interface and a CA rear clevis.
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