Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X230SCM
The AirTAC Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X230SCM is a genuine double acting round-body mini air cylinder with a Ø16mm bore and 230mm 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
- Stroke230 mm
- Port size1/8"
- Acting typeDouble acting
- Rod threadM6×1.0
- CushionFixed TPU bumper pads
About the Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X230SCM
Delivering 100.5 N of push force at 0.5 MPa, this double-acting stainless-steel round-body mini cylinder handles a 230 mm stroke with a 1/8" port and an 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 or washdown settings. Fixed TPU bumper pads absorb the impact at stroke extremes without offering adjustable cushioning.
Because it conforms to ISO 6432 mounting dimensions, this Ø16 unit drops straight into standard mini-cylinder brackets and clevises. Plan for roughly 60 N of actual work at 0.5 MPa to ensure reliable operation, which translates to lifting about 5.1 kg vertically with a 2:1 safety margin. The built-in piston magnet (indicated by the S) supports CMSG, DMSG and EMSG position switches, while the CM round end cover dictates the rear port orientation.
Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X230SCM Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X230SCM |
|---|---|
| Series | MI ISO 6432 mini cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø16 mm |
| Stroke | 230 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 MI16X230SCM
| MI | ISO 6432 round-body mini cylinder (double-acting). |
|---|---|
| 16 | Bore size in mm. |
| ×230 | 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 MI16X230SCM Is Used
Package Diverter Gate
Pushes light cardboard cartons on a packaging line using its 100.5 N thrust, while the stainless build resists humidity in washdown zones.
Textile Yarn Guide
Cycles the 230 mm stroke continuously to shift yarn guides, relying on the fixed TPU bumper pads to soften the repeated end-of-stroke impacts.
Lab Sample Dispenser
Moves sample trays vertically with a safe lifting capacity of about 5.1 kg, using the CMSG reed switch to confirm the dispensed position.
Is the Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X230SCM the Right Cylinder?
When sizing this 16 mm bore, stepping down to a 12 mm version drops the 0.5 MPa push force to 56.5 N, whereas moving up to a 20 mm bore increases it to 157.0 N. The 230 mm stroke is well within the 500 mm maximum standard stroke for this bore, though at this extended length you should watch for side-loading and rod-bending forces to prevent premature seal wear. If your application requires the piston to stay put when air is lost or the valve is centred, note that this cylinder will drift; you must integrate an external rod lock or a pilot-operated check valve to hold the load securely. The CM round end cover provides a specific rear mounting and port orientation for tight spaces.
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 MI16X230SCM 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, a plain MI cylinder drifts when air is lost and the fixed TPU bumper pads only decelerate the stroke end rather than locking the piston; use an external rod lock for holding. It uses an ISO 6432 mounting interface compatible with standard brackets, features a CM round end cover, and the included magnet (-S) supports CMSG, DMSG and EMSG sensors.
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