Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X275SCA
The AirTAC Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X275SCA 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 MI16X275SCA
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 reliable power. The riveted stainless barrel and Ø6 mm rod shrug off mild corrosion, outlasting painted aluminium alternatives in damp production zones. Fitted with a CA rear clevis, it pivots smoothly during operation.
The built-in magnet supports CMSG, DMSG and EMSG switches for exact position detection. Plan for roughly 60 N of actual work at 0.5 MPa, which translates to lifting about 5.1 kg vertically with a safe 2:1 margin. Air routes through a 1/8" port, while fixed TPU pads absorb end-of-stroke impacts.
Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X275SCA Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X275SCA |
|---|---|
| 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 MI16X275SCA
| 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 MI16X275SCA Is Used
Package Diverter Gate
Swings a lightweight routing flap on a packaging conveyor, using the CA clevis to accommodate the pivot arc while pushing 60 N of real load.
Textile Loom Tensioner
Shifts a yarn guide bar through 275 mm of travel in a humid textile facility, relying on the stainless construction to resist lint and moisture.
Bin Lid Actuation
Raises and lowers a 5 kg access hatch on an automated storage bin, matching the vertical lift capacity perfectly with a safe 2:1 margin.
Is the Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X275SCA the Right Cylinder?
If you need less push, the Ø12 bore yields 56.5 N at 0.5 MPa; stepping up to the Ø20 bore provides 157.0 N. This 275 mm stroke sits well within the 500 mm maximum, though long rods demand careful alignment to avoid bending under side loads. The CA clevis mount pairs perfectly with pivot mechanisms.
Because the TPU pads only decelerate the stroke end, the piston will drift if air pressure drops or the valve centres. Fit an external rod lock or pilot-operated check valve whenever you must hold a vertical load securely in place.
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 MI16X275SCA FAQ
This Ø16 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, 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 piston will drift if air is lost or the valve is centred, as the fixed TPU bumper pads only decelerate the stroke end rather than locking the rod. You must install an external rod lock or a pilot-operated check valve to hold a vertical load safely.
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