Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X225CA
The AirTAC Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X225CA is a genuine double acting round-body mini air cylinder with a Ø16mm bore and 225mm 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
- Stroke225 mm
- Port size1/8"
- Acting typeDouble acting
- Rod threadM6×1.0
- CushionFixed TPU bumper pads
About the Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X225CA
Delivering 100.5 N of push force at 0.5 MPa, this double-acting stainless-steel round-body mini cylinder handles a 225 mm stroke with a CA pivot clevis. The riveted barrel and Ø6 mm rod shrug off mild corrosion, outlasting painted alternatives in damp production areas. It breathes through a 1/8" port and relies on fixed TPU bumper pads to decelerate the stroke end.
Because the 100.5 N rating is theoretical, plan for a real safe working load of about 60 N. For vertical lifts, that translates to raising a 5.1 kg part with a 2:1 safety margin. The Ø16 bore uses the ISO 6432 mounting interface, so it drops directly into standard mini-cylinder brackets. Note this SKU lacks a magnet, so it cannot host CMSG, DMSG or EMSG switches without upgrading to an -S variant.
Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X225CA Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X225CA |
|---|---|
| Series | MI ISO 6432 mini cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø16 mm |
| Stroke | 225 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 MI16X225CA
| MI | ISO 6432 round-body mini cylinder (double-acting). |
|---|---|
| 16 | Bore size in mm. |
| ×225 | 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 MI16X225CA Is Used
Pivot Arm Actuation
Uses the CA clevis to swing a lightweight sorting deflector on a packaging conveyor, relying on the 100.5 N push to snap parts into the correct lane.
Gate Release Mechanism
Extends 225 mm to pull a release cord on a bulk material hopper, where the stainless build survives mildly abrasive dust and occasional washdown.
Vertical Parts Lift
Raises small plastic trays weighing up to 5 kg between conveyor tiers, using the 2:1 safety margin derived from its 0.5 MPa thrust.
Is the Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X225CA the Right Cylinder?
When sizing this 225 mm stroke unit, verify your part mass stays under the 5.1 kg vertical limit. If you need less push, the Ø12 bore provides 56.5 N at 0.5 MPa; if your payload is heavier, step up to the Ø20 bore which yields 157.0 N. The CA rear clevis suits pivoting linkages, and you can pair it with LB foot or FA flange front bodies.
With a 225 mm extension, avoid side-loading the Ø6 mm rod to prevent premature seal wear and bending. Remember that venting the air causes the piston to drift, so install a pilot-operated check valve if the mechanism must hold a raised load mid-stroke.
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 MI16X225CA FAQ
At 0.5 MPa it pushes with 100.5 N and pulls with 86.4 N. At 0.7 MPa the push is 140.7 N and pull is 120.9 N. The theoretical maximum force is 20.5 kgf at 1.0 MPa. Air is supplied through a 1/8" port.
No, this specific SKU lacks a piston magnet, so it cannot trigger CMSG, DMSG or EMSG switches. You must order an -S variant for sensing. It uses the ISO 6432 mounting interface and has fixed TPU bumper pads, not an adjustable air cushion.
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