Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X220CM
The AirTAC Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X220CM is a genuine double acting round-body mini air cylinder with a Ø16mm bore and 220mm 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
- Stroke220 mm
- Port size1/8"
- Acting typeDouble acting
- Rod threadM6×1.0
- CushionFixed TPU bumper pads
About the Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X220CM
Delivering 100.5 N of push force at 0.5 MPa, this double-acting stainless-steel round-body mini cylinder handles a 220 mm travel range. The Ø16 bore uses a 1/8" port and an M6x1.0 male rod thread. Because the 220 mm stroke falls well within the 500 mm maximum, it remains a standard catalogue length. The CM round back cover keeps the rear profile smooth for tight installations.
The stainless-steel barrel and piston rod naturally shrug off mild corrosion, giving it a distinct advantage over painted alternatives in damp production areas. For practical sizing, plan for roughly 60 N of real work at 0.5 MPa, which translates to lifting about 5.1 kg vertically with a 2:1 safety margin. Fixed TPU bumper pads absorb the impact at stroke ends to protect the mechanism. Note that this specific SKU lacks a magnet, so it cannot accept CMSG, DMSG or EMSG position switches without upgrading to an -S variant.
Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X220CM Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X220CM |
|---|---|
| Series | MI ISO 6432 mini cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø16 mm |
| Stroke | 220 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 MI16X220CM
| MI | ISO 6432 round-body mini cylinder (double-acting). |
|---|---|
| 16 | Bore size in mm. |
| ×220 | 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 MI16X220CM Is Used
Packaging Line Diverter
Pushes light cardboard cartons on a packaging conveyor using its 220 mm stroke, relying on the 100.5 N push force to redirect items without stalling.
Textile Loom Tensioner
Maintains yarn tension in a humid textile facility, where the stainless-steel rod prevents the mild corrosion that would seize a standard steel cylinder.
Lab Sample Ejector
Ejects processed test tubes from a centrifuge carousel, using the smooth CM round back cover to fit neatly against the machine housing without snagging.
Is the Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X220CM the Right Cylinder?
When sizing this 16 mm bore, stepping down to an Ø12 unit drops the 0.5 MPa push force to 56.5 N, while moving up to a Ø20 bore raises it to 157.0 N. The 220 mm stroke provides ample extension, though at that length you must carefully manage side loading to avoid bending the Ø6 mm piston rod. The ISO 6432 mounting interface means it drops directly into standard mini-cylinder brackets and clevises. You can utilise LB foot, FA flange, SDB pivot, or TC trunnion mounts to suit your frame.
Remember that the fixed TPU bumpers only decelerate the piston near the stroke end; they do not act as a brake. If air pressure drops or the directional valve centres, the rod will drift and drop the load. To safely suspend a vertical weight, integrate an external rod lock or a pilot-operated check valve into your pneumatic circuit.
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 MI16X220CM FAQ
This 16 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, 140.7 N push and 120.9 N pull at 0.7 MPa, with a theoretical maximum force of 20.5 kgf at 1.0 MPa.
No, this specific SKU does not include a magnet, so it cannot accept CMSG, DMSG or EMSG switches. You would need the -S variant for position sensing. It does, however, conform to ISO 6432 mounting dimensions for easy bracket integration.
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