Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X300SU
The AirTAC Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X300SU is a genuine double acting round-body mini air cylinder with a Ø16mm bore and 300mm 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
- Stroke300 mm
- Port size1/8"
- Acting typeDouble acting
- Rod threadM6×1.0
- CushionFixed TPU bumper pads
About the Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X300SU
Delivering 100.5 N of push force at 0.5 MPa, this double-acting stainless-steel round-body mini cylinder handles a 300 mm stroke with ease. The riveted barrel and rod resist mild corrosion, making it superior to painted alternatives in damp environments. Its Ø16 mm bore uses a 1/8" port and an M6x1.0 male rod thread.
Because the 100.5 N rating is theoretical, plan for a real working load of about 60 N at 0.5 MPa. For vertical lifts, this translates to safely raising a 5.1 kg part with a 2:1 margin. The built-in magnet supports CMSG, DMSG and EMSG sensors, while the U-style back cover provides a 90-degree port orientation for tight spaces.
Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X300SU Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X300SU |
|---|---|
| Series | MI ISO 6432 mini cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø16 mm |
| Stroke | 300 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 MI16X300SU
| MI | ISO 6432 round-body mini cylinder (double-acting). |
|---|---|
| 16 | Bore size in mm. |
| ×300 | 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 MI16X300SU Is Used
Packaging Diverter Gate
Actuates a lightweight routing flap on a packaging conveyor, using the 90-degree U cover to keep the 1/8" port neatly oriented along the frame.
Textile Yarn Guide
Traverses a yarn guide across a 300 mm path, relying on the stainless construction to withstand humid textile mill environments.
Lab Sample Tray Ejector
Pushes sample trays out of a testing station, where the CMSG sensor confirms the full extension via the integrated magnet.
Is the Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X300SU the Right Cylinder?
When sizing this unit, the smaller Ø12 bore offers 56.5 N push at 0.5 MPa, whereas stepping up to the Ø20 bore provides 157.0 N. This model sits perfectly in the middle for moderate push loads. It uses the ISO 6432 mounting interface, so it drops directly into standard mini-cylinder brackets and clevises.
At a 300 mm stroke, the Ø6 mm rod is susceptible to bending if subjected to heavy side loads, so ensure proper guiding. Note that a plain cylinder drifts when air is lost or a valve is centered, as the fixed TPU bumper pads only decelerate the stroke end rather than locking the load. Use an external rod lock or pilot check valve if you need to hold position.
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 MI16X300SU 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 force of 20.5 kgf at 1.0 MPa.
No, the piston will drift if air is lost or the valve is centered. The fixed TPU bumper pads only decelerate the stroke end and do not act as a brake. To maintain a vertical position, you must install an external rod lock or a pilot-operated check valve.
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