Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X35SCM
The AirTAC Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X35SCM is a genuine double acting round-body mini air cylinder with a Ø16mm bore and 35mm 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
- Stroke35 mm
- Port size1/8"
- Acting typeDouble acting
- Rod threadM6×1.0
- CushionFixed TPU bumper pads
About the Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X35SCM
Generating 100.5 N of push force at 0.5 MPa, this double-acting stainless-steel round-body mini cylinder handles compact actuation with ease. The Ø16 bore uses a 1/8" port and a Ø6 mm piston rod with an M6x1.0 male thread. Its stainless barrel and rod resist mild corrosion, giving it a real edge over painted alternatives in damp or washdown environments. The riveted construction keeps the body light, while fixed TPU bumper pads absorb stroke-end impact.
Because the 100.5 N rating is theoretical, plan for a safe working load of about 60 N under real conditions. This translates to lifting roughly 5.1 kg vertically with a 2:1 safety margin, letting you match the cylinder to actual part weights. The built-in magnet (-S) supports CMSG, DMSG and EMSG switches for position sensing, and the CM round end cover provides a neat rear profile for tight assemblies.
Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X35SCM Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X35SCM |
|---|---|
| Series | MI ISO 6432 mini cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø16 mm |
| Stroke | 35 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 MI16X35SCM
| MI | ISO 6432 round-body mini cylinder (double-acting). |
|---|---|
| 16 | Bore size in mm. |
| ×35 | 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 MI16X35SCM Is Used
Package Diverter Gate
Pushes light cardboard cartons on a packaging line using its 100.5 N thrust, with the stainless build resisting humid warehouse air.
Small Parts Ejector
Ejects machined plastic components from a fixture using the 35 mm stroke, relying on the CMSG sensor to confirm the ejection cycle.
Lab Sample Sorter
Indexes test tubes into a testing carousel, where the compact CM round end cover and clean stainless exterior suit laboratory conditions.
Is the Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X35SCM the Right Cylinder?
When sizing this 35 mm stroke unit, check both neighbours: the Ø12 bore outputs 56.5 N at 0.5 MPa, while the Ø20 bore steps up to 157.0 N. Choose the Ø16 when you need that middle-ground force. The ISO 6432 mounting interface drops directly into standard mini-cylinder brackets and clevises, and you can utilise LB foot, FA flange, SDB pivot or TC trunnion mounts. Remember that a plain cylinder drifts when air is lost or a valve is centred; the bumpers only decelerate the stroke end rather than locking the load, so add 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 MI16X35SCM FAQ
At 0.5 MPa it provides 100.5 N push and 86.4 N pull. At 0.7 MPa it provides 140.7 N push and 120.9 N pull. The theoretical maximum force is 20.5 kgf at 1.0 MPa. This Ø16 bore model features a 1/8" air port, a Ø6 mm rod, and an M6x1.0 male rod thread.
No, the base MI uses fixed TPU bumper pads that decelerate the stroke end but do not offer adjustable air cushioning (that is the MIC variant). Additionally, the piston will drift if air is lost or the valve is centred; the bumpers are not a brake. You must use an external rod lock or pilot check valve to hold a load.
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