Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X290CA
The AirTAC Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X290CA is a genuine double acting round-body mini air cylinder with a Ø16mm bore and 290mm 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
- Stroke290 mm
- Port size1/8"
- Acting typeDouble acting
- Rod threadM6×1.0
- CushionFixed TPU bumper pads
About the Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X290CA
Delivering 100.5 N of push force at 0.5 MPa, this double-acting stainless-steel round-body mini cylinder handles a 290 mm stroke 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 extremes, while the CA rear pivot cover allows straightforward clevis mounting.
Because it follows ISO 6432 mounting dimensions, this Ø16 unit drops directly into standard mini-cylinder brackets. 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. Note this specific SKU lacks the -S magnet, so it cannot host CMSG, DMSG or EMSG reed switches.
Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X290CA Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X290CA |
|---|---|
| Series | MI ISO 6432 mini cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø16 mm |
| Stroke | 290 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 MI16X290CA
| MI | ISO 6432 round-body mini cylinder (double-acting). |
|---|---|
| 16 | Bore size in mm. |
| ×290 | 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 MI16X290CA Is Used
Diverter Gate Actuation
Pushes lightweight sorting flaps on packaging lines, using the 100.5 N thrust to redirect cartons while the stainless body resists ambient humidity.
Lab Sample Ejection
Extends 290 mm to push test tubes out of a carousel, relying on the fixed TPU bumpers to prevent harsh end-of-stroke impacts on delicate glassware.
Textile Loom Tensioning
Pivots via the CA clevis to maintain yarn tension, moving the 5.1 kg vertical equivalent load smoothly within the 30-800 mm/s speed range.
Is the Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X290CA the Right Cylinder?
When sizing this 290 mm stroke unit, verify the side-load limits: a Ø6 mm rod over this length is susceptible to bending if the load is not guided. If you need less force, the Ø12 bore provides 56.5 N of push at 0.5 MPa; stepping up to the Ø20 bore yields 157.0 N. This model carries no -S magnet, meaning position sensing is impossible without changing to an -S variant. Air pressure alone will not maintain the rod position if the valve is centred or supply drops, as the piston will drift; incorporate a pilot-operated check valve or external rod lock if you must freeze a load mid-stroke.
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 MI16X290CA 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.
Yes, the Ø16 bore adheres to ISO 6432 mounting dimensions, so it fits standard mini-cylinder clevises and foot brackets. However, because this specific SKU lacks the -S magnet, it cannot accept CMSG, DMSG or EMSG sensors without upgrading to an -S variant.
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