Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X275CA
The AirTAC Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X275CA is a genuine double acting round-body mini air cylinder with a Ø16mm bore and 275mm 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
- Stroke275 mm
- Port size1/8"
- Acting typeDouble acting
- Rod threadM6×1.0
- CushionFixed TPU bumper pads
About the Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X275CA
Delivering 100.5 N of push force at 0.5 MPa, this double-acting stainless-steel round-body mini cylinder handles a 275 mm stroke with a CA pivot clevis. The riveted barrel and Ø6 mm rod shrug off mild corrosion, giving it a real edge over painted alternatives in damp or washdown settings. It breathes through a 1/8 inch port and conforms to ISO 6432 mounting dimensions, dropping smoothly into standard mini brackets.
Because fixed TPU bumper pads only decelerate the stroke end, plan for roughly 60 N of actual work at 0.5 MPa rather than the absolute maximum. That translates to lifting about 5.1 kg vertically with a 2:1 safety margin. This SKU lacks a magnet, so it cannot host CMSG or DMSG switches without upgrading to an -S variant.
Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X275CA Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X275CA |
|---|---|
| Series | MI ISO 6432 mini cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø16 mm |
| Stroke | 275 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 MI16X275CA
| MI | ISO 6432 round-body mini cylinder (double-acting). |
|---|---|
| 16 | Bore size in mm. |
| ×275 | 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 MI16X275CA Is Used
Textile Loom Tensioning
Uses the CA pivot to maintain consistent yarn tension, applying about 60 N of stable push force against guide arms in humid weaving rooms.
Package Divert Arm
Swings a lightweight routing gate through a 275 mm arc on a packaging line, relying on the stainless build to resist daily washdowns.
Bin Lid Actuation
Pivots heavy access hatches on bulk storage bins, safely lifting components under 5.1 kg without exposing vulnerable sensors to dust.
Is the Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X275CA the Right Cylinder?
When sizing this 16 mm bore, stepping down to a 12 mm bore drops the 0.5 MPa push force to 56.5 N, while stepping up to a 20 mm bore raises it to 157.0 N. The 275 mm stroke sits well within the 500 mm standard limit, though the extended length invites side-load checks to prevent rod bending. The CA rear pivot cover suits articulated mechanisms, complemented by LB foot or TC trunnion options.
Air pressure drives both extension and retraction, but bleeding the supply causes the piston to drift freely. The bumpers soften end-of-stroke impacts but function purely as decelerators, never as a brake. To suspend a load safely mid-cycle, 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 MI16X275CA FAQ
This 16 mm bore cylinder features a 1/8 inch 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 specific SKU lacks the internal magnet required for CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG switches. You would need to specify an -S variant for position sensing. The CA back cover provides a pivot mount, and the body uses ISO 6432 dimensions.
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