Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X35SU
The AirTAC Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X35SU 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 MI16X35SU
Delivering 100.5 N of push force at 0.5 MPa, this double-acting stainless-steel round-body mini cylinder handles compact automation tasks with ease. The Ø16 mm bore operates on a 1/8" port and features a 35 mm stroke. Its riveted stainless barrel and rod resist mild corrosion, outperforming painted alternatives in damp or washdown environments. Fixed TPU bumper pads absorb stroke-end impacts to protect the mechanism.
With an integrated piston magnet (-S), this unit supports CMSG, DMSG and EMSG sensors for precise position feedback. For practical sizing, plan for roughly 60 N of actual work at 0.5 MPa, which translates to lifting about 5.1 kg vertically with a 2:1 safety margin. The U-style back cover provides a 90-degree port orientation for tight spatial constraints.
Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X35SU Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X35SU |
|---|---|
| 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 MI16X35SU
| 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 MI16X35SU Is Used
Component Sorting Gates
Actuates small diverter flaps in electronic assembly lines, using the 35 mm stroke to route parts rapidly under the 5.1 kg vertical lift capacity.
Film Clamp Jaws
Secures packaging film webs during sealing cycles, where the stainless build withstands occasional washdowns and the 100.5 N force holds tension reliably.
Small Press Pins
Drives alignment pins into soft aluminum housings, relying on the 1/8" port for rapid actuation and the U cover for compact 90-degree mounting.
Is the Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X35SU the Right Cylinder?
When sizing this 16 mm bore, verify your actual load against the 60 N safe working figure. If you need less force, dropping to the Ø12 bore yields 56.5 N push at 0.5 MPa, while stepping up to the Ø20 bore provides 157.0 N. The 35 mm stroke is well within the 500 mm maximum, keeping the rod rigid with minimal side-load risk. Because the U rear cover mounts at 90 degrees, ensure your layout accommodates the perpendicular port direction.
Note that venting or losing air supply causes the piston to drift, as the TPU bumpers only decelerate the end of travel rather than locking the rod. To suspend a load safely mid-stroke, incorporate an external pilot-operated check valve or a dedicated rod lock.
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 MI16X35SU FAQ
This double-acting cylinder uses a 1/8" port and generates 100.5 N push / 86.4 N pull at 0.5 MPa, and 140.7 N push / 120.9 N pull at 0.7 MPa. The theoretical maximum force is 20.5 kgf at 1.0 MPa.
Yes, the -S suffix denotes a built-in magnet compatible with CMSG, DMSG and EMSG switches. Additionally, the Ø16 bore adheres to ISO 6432 mounting dimensions, allowing it to drop directly into standard mini-cylinder brackets and clevises.
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