Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X225SU
The AirTAC Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X225SU 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 MI16X225SU
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 ease. The Ø16 bore uses a 1/8" port and an M6x1.0 male rod thread. Its riveted stainless barrel and rod resist mild corrosion, making it superior to painted alternatives in damp or washdown environments. The built-in magnet (-S) directly supports CMSG, DMSG and EMSG switches for position sensing.
Plan for roughly 60 N of actual work at 0.5 MPa, which safely lifts about 5.1 kg vertically with a 2:1 margin. Fixed TPU bumper pads absorb the impact at stroke extremes without offering adjustable cushioning. The U-type back cover provides a 90-degree port orientation, simplifying hose routing in tight machinery.
Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X225SU Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X225SU |
|---|---|
| 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 MI16X225SU
| 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 MI16X225SU Is Used
Package Diverter Gate
Actuates a routing flap on a packaging conveyor, using the 225 mm stroke to shift parcels between sorting lanes.
Textile Yarn Guide
Traverses a thread guide mechanism across a winding drum, benefiting from the stainless build in humid production rooms.
Bin Lid Opener
Lifts lightweight access hatches on material hoppers, where the 5.1 kg vertical lift capacity easily manages the lid weight.
Is the Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X225SU the Right Cylinder?
When sizing this 225 mm stroke unit, verify your load against the 100.5 N push capacity. If you need less force, the Ø12 bore provides 56.5 N; for heavier drives, the Ø20 bore steps up to 157.0 N. Because this is a plain double-acting cylinder, the piston will drift if air pressure drops or the valve is centered, so add an external rod lock or pilot check valve for secure load holding.
The 225 mm travel length means you must carefully manage side loads to prevent rod bending and premature seal wear. This SKU includes the piston magnet for CMSG/DMSG/EMSG sensors and features the U-type rear cover. It utilizes the ISO 6432 mounting interface, dropping directly into standard mini-cylinder brackets and clevises.
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 MI16X225SU FAQ
This Ø16 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 of 20.5 kgf at 1.0 MPa.
No, the base MI relies on fixed TPU bumper pads to decelerate the stroke end and lacks adjustable cushioning. For variable air cushioning, consider the MIC variant. This specific -S model includes a magnet for CMSG/DMSG/EMSG sensors, and its U-type back cover offers 90-degree port orientation.
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