Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X300U
The AirTAC Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X300U 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 MI16X300U
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 a 1/8" port and an M6x1.0 male rod thread. The Ø16 bore conforms to ISO 6432 mounting dimensions, dropping directly into standard mini-cylinder brackets and clevises for straightforward design integration. Its riveted stainless barrel and rod resist mild corrosion, outlasting painted alternatives in damp or washdown environments.
Fixed TPU bumper pads absorb impact at the stroke extremes, though they decelerate rather than act as an adjustable air cushion. For practical sizing, plan for roughly 60 N of actual work at 0.5 MPa, which translates to safely lifting a 5.1 kg mass vertically with a 2:1 margin. Because this specific SKU lacks the -S magnet, it cannot accept CMSG, DMSG or EMSG position switches.
Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X300U Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X300U |
|---|---|
| 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 MI16X300U
| 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 MI16X300U Is Used
Package Diverter Arm
Pushes lightweight cardboard cartons on a sorting line using 100.5 N of thrust, with the 300 mm stroke reaching across the belt width.
Textile Loom Tensioner
Maintains yarn tension in a humid manufacturing environment, leveraging the stainless barrel to prevent mild corrosion from ambient moisture.
Bin Lid Actuator
Opens 5 kg access hatches on material hoppers, matching the computed 5.1 kg vertical lift capacity at 0.5 MPa with a safe 2:1 margin.
Is the Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X300U the Right Cylinder?
When sizing this 16 mm bore, the smaller Ø12 generates 56.5 N of push at 0.5 MPa, while stepping up to the Ø20 yields 157.0 N, giving you clear boundaries if your load shifts. The U back cover provides a 90-degree port orientation, easing plumbing in tight spaces. At a 300 mm extension, the Ø6 rod is susceptible to bending if subjected to lateral loads, so ensure the load moves on a guided rail to prevent side-load damage.
Remember that venting the air or centering the valve causes the piston to drift, as the TPU pads only soften the end-of-stroke impact rather than locking the rod. To suspend a load securely during an air loss event, fit an external rod lock or incorporate a pilot-operated check valve into your circuit.
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 MI16X300U FAQ
The 1/8" port feeds a 16 mm bore that pushes 100.5 N and pulls 86.4 N at 0.5 MPa. At 0.7 MPa it pushes 140.7 N and pulls 120.9 N. The theoretical maximum force is 20.5 kgf at 1.0 MPa.
No, this specific SKU lacks the -S magnet, so it cannot accept CMSG, DMSG or EMSG switches. You would need the -S variant for position sensing. It uses standard ISO 6432 mounting dimensions and fixed TPU bumper pads.
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