Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X25CA
The AirTAC Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X25CA is a genuine double acting round-body mini air cylinder with a Ø16mm bore and 25mm 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
- Stroke25 mm
- Port size1/8"
- Acting typeDouble acting
- Rod threadM6×1.0
- CushionFixed TPU bumper pads
About the Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X25CA
Delivering 100.5 N of push force at 0.5 MPa, this double-acting stainless-steel round-body mini cylinder handles compact automation with ease. The riveted barrel and rod resist mild corrosion, making it superior to painted alternatives in damp environments. Because it lacks the -S suffix, this specific SKU cannot accept CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG magnetic switches. The 1/8" port drives a 30-800 mm/s speed range, while fixed TPU bumper pads absorb end-of-stroke impacts.
For practical sizing, plan for roughly 60 N of actual work at 0.5 MPa rather than the absolute maximum. This equates to lifting about 5.1 kg vertically with a safe 2:1 margin. The built-in CA rear pivot cover allows direct clevis mounting, and its dimensions follow the ISO 6432 standard for straightforward bracket integration.
Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X25CA Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X25CA |
|---|---|
| Series | MI ISO 6432 mini cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø16 mm |
| Stroke | 25 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 MI16X25CA
| MI | ISO 6432 round-body mini cylinder (double-acting). |
|---|---|
| 16 | Bore size in mm. |
| ×25 | 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 MI16X25CA Is Used
Clamp Actuation
Provides reliable 60 N working force to secure small aluminium brackets during light machining operations.
Package Deflection
Uses the CA pivot mount to swing a 5 kg cardboard carton onto a secondary packaging line at high speed.
Parts Ejection
Pushes lightweight plastic moulded components out of a forming die within a tight 25 mm spatial envelope.
Is the Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X25CA the Right Cylinder?
When sizing this 16 mm bore, stepping down to the Ø12 variant 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 short 25 mm stroke minimizes rod-bending side loads, making it highly stable for quick, tight movements. Remember that a standard cylinder drifts when air is lost or a valve is centered; the TPU pads only decelerate the stroke end and act as neither a lock nor a brake. To suspend a load safely, install an external rod lock or a pilot-operated check valve.
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 MI16X25CA FAQ
This 16 mm bore cylinder features a 1/8" port and a 6 mm rod. It generates 100.5 N push and 86.4 N pull at 0.5 MPa, or 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.
No, because this model lacks the -S suffix, it has no internal magnet and cannot accept CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG switches. You would need the -S variant for position sensing. It uses fixed TPU bumper pads for deceleration rather than an adjustable air cushion.
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