Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X250SCM
The AirTAC Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X250SCM is a genuine double acting round-body mini air cylinder with a Ø16mm bore and 250mm 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
- Stroke250 mm
- Port size1/8"
- Acting typeDouble acting
- Rod threadM6×1.0
- CushionFixed TPU bumper pads
About the Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X250SCM
Delivering 100.5 N of push force at 0.5 MPa, this double-acting stainless-steel round-body mini cylinder handles a 250 mm stroke with ease. The Ø16 bore operates on a 1/8" port and features a CM round end cover that keeps the rear profile smooth for tight spaces. Its riveted stainless barrel and rod resist mild corrosion, outperforming painted alternatives in damp or washdown settings.
Because it conforms to ISO 6432 mounting dimensions, this unit drops directly into standard mini-cylinder brackets and clevises. The built-in piston magnet (-S) supports CMSG, DMSG and EMSG switches for position sensing, while fixed TPU bumper pads absorb stroke-end impact. Plan for roughly 60 N of actual work at 0.5 MPa, which means it can safely lift about 5.1 kg vertically.
Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X250SCM Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X250SCM |
|---|---|
| Series | MI ISO 6432 mini cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø16 mm |
| Stroke | 250 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 MI16X250SCM
| MI | ISO 6432 round-body mini cylinder (double-acting). |
|---|---|
| 16 | Bore size in mm. |
| ×250 | 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 MI16X250SCM Is Used
Package Diverting Gate
Actuates a lightweight routing flap on a packaging conveyor, using the 250 mm stroke to shift small cardboard cartons between lanes.
Lab Sample Ejection
Pushes processed test tubes out of a centrifuge carousel, leveraging the stainless steel build to withstand humid laboratory environments.
Small Part Ejection
Ejects molded plastic components from an assembly fixture, relying on the 100.5 N push force to clear the tooling reliably.
Is the Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X250SCM the Right Cylinder?
When sizing this 16 mm bore, stepping down to the Ø12 version drops the 0.5 MPa push force to 56.5 N, whereas moving up to the Ø20 bore increases it to 157.0 N. The 250 mm stroke is well within the 500 mm maximum standard limit, though at this extended length you should minimize side loads to prevent rod bending. The CM round end cover offers a compact rear face, and the -S magnet enables electronic or reed sensor tracking.
Remember that a plain double-acting cylinder drifts if air pressure drops or the valve is centered; the TPU bumpers only decelerate the stroke end and do not function as a brake. To suspend a load safely during an air loss event, install an external rod lock or a pilot-operated check valve in the circuit.
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 MI16X250SCM FAQ
This Ø16 bore cylinder uses a 1/8" port. 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.
Yes, the -S suffix denotes a built-in piston magnet compatible with CMSG, DMSG and EMSG switches. The cylinder uses fixed TPU bumper pads to decelerate the stroke end; it does not feature adjustable air cushioning.
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