Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X220SCM
The AirTAC Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X220SCM 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 MI16X220SCM
Generating about 100.5 N of push force at 0.5 MPa, this double-acting stainless-steel round-body mini cylinder handles a 220 mm stroke with a 1/8" port and M6x1.0 male rod thread. The riveted stainless barrel and rod shrug off mild corrosion, giving it a real edge over painted alternatives in damp production areas. A built-in piston magnet (-S) supports CMSG, DMSG and EMSG switches for position sensing.
For practical sizing, plan for roughly 60 N of actual work at 0.5 MPa, which translates to lifting a 5.1 kg component vertically with a safe 2:1 margin. The fixed TPU bumper pads absorb stroke-end impact to protect your mechanism, while the CM round end cover keeps the rear profile smooth for tight installations.
Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X220SCM Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X220SCM |
|---|---|
| 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 MI16X220SCM
| 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 MI16X220SCM Is Used
Package Diverter Gate
Pushes lightweight cardboard cartons on a packaging line using 100.5 N of thrust, with the 220 mm stroke clearing the belt edge for smooth routing.
Lab Sample Ejection
Ejects plastic test tube racks from a testing carousel; the stainless build resists chemical splashes while the CM round end fits the tight machine envelope.
Bin Tray Pusher
Slides small component trays between storage zones, lifting up to 5.1 kg safely and using the -S magnet to confirm full extension via a DMSG sensor.
Is the Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X220SCM the Right Cylinder?
When sizing this 16 mm bore, the smaller Ø12 generates 56.5 N and the larger Ø20 provides 157.0 N at 0.5 MPa, helping you step up or down if the 100.5 N output misses the target. The 220 mm stroke is well within the 500 mm maximum, though at this length you should ensure front mounting alignment to prevent rod bending and premature seal wear.
Because the base MI uses fixed bumpers rather than a locking mechanism, the piston will drift if air pressure drops or the valve is centred; add an external pilot check valve if you need to suspend a load safely. The ISO 6432 mounting interface lets you drop this unit directly into standard mini-cylinder brackets and clevises, and the included magnet is essential for triggering your reed or electronic sensors.
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 MI16X220SCM FAQ
This 16 mm bore cylinder features a 1/8" port and a 6 mm piston rod. 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, with a theoretical maximum of 20.5 kgf at 1.0 MPa.
No, the fixed TPU bumper pads only decelerate the piston near the stroke end and do not function as a brake; the rod will drift if air is lost, so use a pilot check valve for holding. The -S magnet allows CMSG, DMSG or EMSG switches for end-of-stroke detection.
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