Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X230SU
The AirTAC Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X230SU 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 MI16X230SU
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 ease. The riveted stainless barrel and rod shrug off mild corrosion, giving it a real edge over painted alternatives in damp or washdown settings. Because this SKU includes the -S magnet, it is fully primed for CMSG, DMSG or EMSG position switches. Its 1/8" port and M6x1.0 male rod thread match standard mini-cylinder plumbing and mounting hardware.
With a 100.5 N output at 0.5 MPa, you can plan for roughly 60 N of actual work, which translates to lifting about 5.1 kg vertically with a safe 2:1 margin. The rear U cover provides a 90-degree port orientation for tight tubing runs. Fixed TPU bumper pads absorb the impact at stroke extremes, decelerating the piston smoothly without the tuning hassle of an adjustable cushion.
Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X230SU Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X230SU |
|---|---|
| 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 MI16X230SU
| 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 MI16X230SU Is Used
Package Diverting Gate
Actuates a routing flap on a packaging conveyor, using the 230 mm stroke to shift parcels cleanly between sorting lanes.
Vertical Parts Elevator
Lifts lightweight component trays weighing up to 5 kg between machinery tiers, relying on the stainless build for humid factory floors.
Lab Sample Ejection
Pushes prepared test tubes out of a processing carousel with precise 100.5 N force, using the magnet for end-of-stroke confirmation.
Is the Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X230SU the Right Cylinder?
If you need less push, the Ø12 bore yields 56.5 N at 0.5 MPa, whereas stepping up to the Ø20 bore provides 157.0 N. At 230 mm, this rod travels well within the 500 mm maximum standard stroke for a Ø16 bore, though you should still account for potential side-loading and rod bending on longer extensions. The built-in magnet allows seamless sensor integration, while the U back cover simplifies spatial constraints. Remember that air pressure alone will not hold a load if the valve is centred or air is lost; the piston will drift, so deploy an external rod lock or pilot check valve for suspended loads.
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 MI16X230SU FAQ
This Ø16 mm bore cylinder features a 1/8" port and a Ø6 mm 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. The theoretical maximum force is 20.5 kgf at 1.0 MPa.
Yes, the Ø16 bore falls within the Ø8-Ø25 range, so it utilizes the ISO 6432 mounting interface for standard brackets and clevises. The -S suffix indicates a built-in piston magnet for CMSG, DMSG or EMSG switches, and it features fixed TPU bumper pads rather than an adjustable air cushion.
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