Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X30CA
The AirTAC Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X30CA is a genuine double acting round-body mini air cylinder with a Ø16mm bore and 30mm 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
- Stroke30 mm
- Port size1/8"
- Acting typeDouble acting
- Rod threadM6×1.0
- CushionFixed TPU bumper pads
About the Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X30CA
Delivering 100.5 N of push force at 0.5 MPa, this double-acting stainless-steel round-body mini cylinder handles short 30 mm strokes with a CA pivot clevis. The 16 mm bore uses a 1/8" port and an M6x1.0 male rod thread. Its riveted stainless barrel and rod resist mild corrosion, outperforming painted alternatives in damp or washdown settings.
Plan for roughly 60 N of actual work at 0.5 MPa, which means it lifts about 5.1 kg vertically with a 2:1 safety margin. The body conforms to ISO 6432 mounting dimensions, dropping easily into standard mini-cylinder brackets. Fixed TPU bumper pads absorb stroke-end impact without adding bulk.
Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X30CA Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X30CA |
|---|---|
| Series | MI ISO 6432 mini cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø16 mm |
| Stroke | 30 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 MI16X30CA
| MI | ISO 6432 round-body mini cylinder (double-acting). |
|---|---|
| 16 | Bore size in mm. |
| ×30 | 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 MI16X30CA Is Used
Clamp Actuation
Drives short-stroke clamping arms on small machining fixtures, applying up to 60 N of safe working force to secure light aluminium components.
Diverter Gate
Pivots a CA-mounted routing flap on a packaging conveyor to push small cartons into secondary lanes without stalling the belt.
Film Sealing Press
Presses a heat-sealing jaw for 30 mm against wrapped food trays, leveraging the stainless build to withstand daily washdown routines.
Is the Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X30CA the Right Cylinder?
If 100.5 N is excessive, the smaller Ø12 bore supplies 56.5 N; if your task requires more muscle, the Ø20 bore steps up to 157.0 N at 0.5 MPa. Because this specific SKU lacks the -S magnet, it cannot accept CMSG, DMSG or EMSG position switches—select an -S variant if you require electronic sensing. The CA rear pivot cover suits angular movements, complementing available LB foot, FA flange and TC trunnion mounts.
Air pressure drives both extension and retraction, but venting the valve causes the piston to drift—this unit will not support a suspended load. Install a pilot-operated check valve or an external rod lock for fail-safe holding. The brief 30 mm stroke keeps rod bending minimal, though side loads should always remain avoided.
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 MI16X30CA FAQ
At 0.5 MPa it provides 100.5 N push and 86.4 N pull. At 0.7 MPa it yields 140.7 N push and 120.9 N pull. The theoretical maximum force is 20.5 kgf at 1.0 MPa, and the air port is 1/8".
No, this specific SKU lacks a magnet and cannot host CMSG, DMSG or EMSG switches. You must choose an -S designated model if your application requires position sensing.
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