Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X225R
The AirTAC Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X225R 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 MI16X225R
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 1/8" air port. The riveted barrel and rod shrug off mild corrosion, giving it a real edge over painted alternatives in damp or washdown settings. Because the bore is Ø16, it uses the ISO 6432 mounting interface, dropping directly into standard mini-cylinder brackets and clevises for easy design integration.
Fixed TPU bumper pads soften the impact at stroke ends, though they only decelerate the piston rather than acting as an adjustable cushion. Plan for a safe working load of about 60 N at 0.5 MPa to account for friction and dynamics. For vertical moves, this translates to lifting roughly 5.1 kg safely with a 2:1 margin. Note that this specific SKU lacks a magnet, so it cannot host CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG sensors without switching to the -S variant.
Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X225R Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X225R |
|---|---|
| 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 MI16X225R
| 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 MI16X225R Is Used
Textile Loom Guide
Shifts a yarn guide carriage across a 225 mm path, relying on the 100.5 N thrust and stainless body to withstand humid textile mill environments.
Bottle Rejector Arm
Pushes misaligned containers off a packaging line, using the R axial port to keep hoses tidy while the TPU bumpers absorb the repetitive stroke-end impact.
Lab Sample Drawer
Extends a sample tray in a testing analyzer, where the 5.1 kg vertical lift equivalence and ISO 6432 bracket compatibility simplify the mechanical layout.
Is the Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X225R the Right Cylinder?
When sizing this 225 mm stroke model, compare it against its neighbors: the Ø12 bore offers 56.5 N push at 0.5 MPa, while the Ø20 provides 157.0 N. If your application requires position holding, remember that a plain double-acting cylinder drifts when air is lost or the valve is centered—the bumper pads only soften the end of stroke, so add an external rod lock or pilot check valve for secure load holding. The R back cover features an axial-in port orientation, which helps streamline tubing in tight machinery layouts. At 225 mm, be mindful of side loads to prevent rod bending over the extended length.
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 MI16X225R FAQ
This Ø16 mm bore cylinder features a 1/8" air port and a Ø6 mm rod with an M6x1.0 male 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, and a theoretical maximum of 20.5 kgf at 1.0 MPa.
No, this specific SKU does not include a magnet, so CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG switches cannot be used. You would need the MI16X225R-S variant to enable magnetic sensing. It uses fixed TPU bumper pads for deceleration rather than an adjustable air cushion.
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