Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X260SCA
The AirTAC Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X260SCA 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 MI16X260SCA
Delivering 100.5 N of push force at 0.5 MPa, this double-acting stainless-steel round-body mini cylinder handles 260 mm of travel with a 1/8" port and an M6x1.0 male rod thread. The rolled stainless barrel and rod shrug off mild corrosion, giving it a real edge over painted alternatives in damp or washdown settings. Fixed TPU bumper pads absorb the impact at stroke ends, decelerating the piston smoothly without the complexity of adjustable cushioning.
Because it carries the -S suffix, an internal piston magnet is included for direct mounting of CMSG, DMSG or EMSG sensors. For practical sizing, plan for a safe working load of roughly 60 N at 0.5 MPa rather than the absolute maximum; vertically, this equates to lifting about 5.1 kg with a 2:1 safety margin. The CA rear pivot cover provides an integral clevis pin mount for swinging linkages.
Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X260SCA Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X260SCA |
|---|---|
| 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 MI16X260SCA
| 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 MI16X260SCA Is Used
Package Diverter Arm
Swings a sorting gate on a packaging line using the CA pivot mount, applying 100.5 N of push to redirect light cartons at high speed.
Textile Loom Tensioner
Extends 260 mm to position a yarn guide bar, leveraging the stainless build to resist humid manufacturing environments.
Bin Lid Actuator
Lifts a hinged access cover on an automated dispensing unit, safely moving a 5 kg lid vertically with a 2:1 safety margin.
Is the Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X260SCA the Right Cylinder?
If 100.5 N of push is too much for delicate tasks, step down to the Ø12 bore which provides 56.5 N at 0.5 MPa; if your mechanism needs more muscle, the Ø20 bore offers 157.0 N at the same pressure. This 260 mm stroke sits well within the 500 mm maximum standard stroke for the Ø16 bore, but at this length you must rigidly support the rod end to prevent side-loading and premature seal wear. The CA back cover allows pivoting, but ensure the clevis pin is aligned to avoid binding.
Note that venting the air does not freeze the piston in place; the rod will drift if pressure is lost or the valve is centred, as the TPU pads only soften the end stops rather than acting as a brake. To suspend a load safely mid-stroke, fit an external rod lock or a pilot-operated check valve in the air line.
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 MI16X260SCA FAQ
This 16 mm bore cylinder features a 1/8" port and an M6x1.0 male rod thread. 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 -S suffix denotes a built-in piston magnet compatible with CMSG, DMSG and EMSG reed or electronic switches. The CA back cover provides a rear clevis pivot point, allowing the cylinder to swing freely during extension and retraction, conforming to ISO 6432 mounting dimensions.
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