Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X260SCM
The AirTAC Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X260SCM 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 MI16X260SCM
Delivering 100.5 N of push force at 0.5 MPa, this double-acting stainless-steel round-body mini cylinder handles a 260 mm stroke with ease. The Ø16 bore operates on a 1/8" port and features a built-in magnet for position sensing. Its riveted stainless barrel and piston rod naturally resist mild corrosion, giving it a real edge over painted-steel or aluminium alternatives in damp, food-grade, or outdoor settings. Fixed TPU bumper pads absorb the impact at stroke extremes to protect the mechanism.
For practical sizing, plan for roughly 60 N of actual work at 0.5 MPa rather than the absolute maximum rating. This translates to lifting about 5.1 kg vertically with a safe 2:1 margin, helping you match the cylinder to real part weights. Because the -S magnet is present, you can directly mount CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG reed and electronic switches for precise end-of-stroke detection.
Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X260SCM Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X260SCM |
|---|---|
| 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 MI16X260SCM
| 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 MI16X260SCM Is Used
Diverter Gate Actuation
Pushes lightweight sorting flaps on packaging lines using its 100.5 N thrust, with the stainless build surviving humid washdown environments.
Small Parts Ejection
Ejects 5.1 kg molded plastic parts from a press using the 260 mm travel, relying on CMSG sensors to confirm the ejection stroke.
Carton Flap Folding
Folds corrugated cardboard flaps on a sealing machine where the CM round end cover and compact riveted body save valuable space.
Is the Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X260SCM the Right Cylinder?
When sizing this 260 mm stroke unit, the Ø12 bore below offers 56.5 N push at 0.5 MPa, while the Ø20 bore above provides 157.0 N if you need more power. The CM round end cover gives a clean rear profile, and the body accepts LB foot, FA flange, SDB pivot, and TC trunnion mounts. Thanks to the ISO 6432 mounting interface, it drops directly into standard mini-cylinder brackets and clevises.
At 260 mm, the extended Ø6 mm rod is susceptible to bending if subjected to heavy lateral loads, so ensure axial alignment. Remember that venting the air or centering the valve causes the piston to drift; the TPU bumpers only soften the end-of-stroke impact and do not function as a lock. To suspend a load safely mid-stroke, fit 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 MI16X260SCM FAQ
This Ø16 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, 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.
No, the base MI uses fixed TPU bumper pads that merely decelerate the stroke end, not an adjustable air cushion. For high-speed variable cushioning, look at the MIC variant. The -S magnet on this model supports CMSG, DMSG, and EMSG sensors.
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