Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X260CA
The AirTAC Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X260CA is a genuine double acting round-body mini air cylinder with a Ø16mm bore and 260mm 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
- Stroke260 mm
- Port size1/8"
- Acting typeDouble acting
- Rod threadM6×1.0
- CushionFixed TPU bumper pads
About the Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X260CA
Delivering 100.5 N of push force at 0.5 MPa, this double-acting stainless-steel mini cylinder handles a 260 mm stroke with a CA pivot clevis. The riveted round body uses a Ø6 mm piston rod and 1/8" port, conforming to ISO 6432 mounting dimensions so it drops directly into standard mini-cylinder brackets. Its stainless barrel and rod resist mild corrosion, outperforming painted alternatives in damp or washdown environments.
Fixed TPU bumper pads absorb impact at the stroke ends without offering adjustable cushioning. Plan for roughly 60 N of actual work at 0.5 MPa, which means it can safely lift about 5.1 kg vertically against gravity. Because this specific SKU lacks the -S magnet suffix, it cannot accept CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG position sensors.
Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X260CA Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X260CA |
|---|---|
| Series | MI ISO 6432 mini cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø16 mm |
| Stroke | 260 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 MI16X260CA
| MI | ISO 6432 round-body mini cylinder (double-acting). |
|---|---|
| 16 | Bore size in mm. |
| ×260 | 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 MI16X260CA Is Used
Package Diverter Gate
Actuates a lightweight routing flap on a packaging line, using the CA clevis to pivot the gate and the 260 mm stroke to clear standard totes.
Textile Yarn Guide
Shifts a thread guide carriage across a 260 mm span, benefiting from the stainless rod's resistance to humid manufacturing environments.
Bin Lid Lifter
Raises and lowers small hopper covers, comfortably handling the 5.1 kg vertical lift capacity at a 2:1 safety margin on 0.5 MPa air.
Is the Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X260CA the Right Cylinder?
When sizing this 16 mm bore, stepping down to an Ø12 unit drops the 0.5 MPa push force to 56.5 N, while moving up to a Ø20 bore increases it to 157.0 N. The 260 mm stroke is well within the 500 mm maximum for this bore, but at extended lengths you should watch for rod bending and side-load stress. The included CA rear pivot cover is ideal for clevis mounting, and you can pair it with LB foot, FA flange, or TC trunnion brackets.
Remember that venting the air supply or centering the directional valve will cause the piston to drift, as the TPU bumpers only soften end-of-travel impacts rather than locking the rod. To suspend a load safely during an air loss event, install an external pilot-operated check valve or a dedicated rod lock.
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 MI16X260CA FAQ
This 16 mm bore cylinder features a 1/8" port and generates 100.5 N push / 86.4 N pull at 0.5 MPa, 140.7 N push / 120.9 N pull at 0.7 MPa, and a theoretical maximum of 20.5 kgf at 1.0 MPa.
No, this SKU lacks the -S magnet suffix, so CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG switches will not function. You must select an MI16X260CA-S variant to enable magnetic position sensing.
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