
The AirTAC Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X25UTC 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.
Delivering 100.5 N of push force at 0.5 MPa, this double-acting stainless-steel round-body mini cylinder handles compact actuation with ease. The 16 mm bore features a 6 mm rod, M6x1.0 male thread, and a 1/8" port. Its riveted stainless barrel and rod resist mild corrosion, offering a real edge over painted alternatives in damp environments. Fixed TPU bumper pads absorb stroke-end impact, and the U back cover provides a 90-degree port orientation for tight spaces.
Because the 0.5 MPa push rating translates to roughly 60 N of safe working load, you can expect it to lift about 5.1 kg vertically with a 2:1 safety margin. The 25 mm stroke keeps the profile short. This SKU lacks the -S magnet, so it cannot accept CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG position switches without upgrading to the sensed variant.
| Model | Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X25UTC |
|---|---|
| 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.
| 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.
| 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.
Actuates a short 25 mm diverter flap on a packaging line, using the 90-degree U cover to keep the 1/8" port tucked neatly beside the belt frame.
Pushes lightweight machined components out of a fixture, applying a safe 60 N of working force to clear the part without damaging the surface.
Performs a short 25 mm stroke to cap test tubes in a humid laboratory environment, relying on the stainless steel rod to resist mild washdown corrosion.
When sizing this 16 mm bore, compare it directly with its neighbours: a 12 mm bore yields 56.5 N push at 0.5 MPa, while a 20 mm bore provides 157.0 N. This model includes a TC trunnion mount and a U 90-degree back cover, expanding your mounting flexibility within the ISO 6432 standard interface. Remember that a plain cylinder drifts when air is lost or a valve is centred; the TPU pads only decelerate the stroke end and act as neither a brake nor a lock. For suspended loads, specify an external rod lock or a pilot-operated check valve.
Quick checklist
This 16 mm bore cylinder has a 1/8" port and a 6 mm rod. 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.
You can use standard ISO 6432 mini-cylinder brackets and clevises, including the TC trunnion mount. However, because this specific SKU lacks the -S magnet, it cannot accept CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG switches; you must select the -S variant for position sensing.
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