Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X40SCATC
The AirTAC Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X40SCATC is a genuine double acting round-body mini air cylinder with a Ø16mm bore and 40mm 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
- Stroke40 mm
- Port size1/8"
- Acting typeDouble acting
- Rod threadM6×1.0
- CushionFixed TPU bumper pads
About the Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X40SCATC
Delivering 100.5 N of push force at 0.5 MPa, this double-acting stainless-steel mini cylinder handles compact automation with ease. The riveted round body uses a Ø6 mm piston rod and a 1/8" port, while fixed TPU bumper pads absorb the impact at stroke ends to protect your mechanism. Because the barrel and rod resist mild corrosion, it outlasts painted alternatives in damp or washdown environments.
The built-in magnet (-S) supports CMSG, DMSG and EMSG switches for position detection. With its ISO 6432 mounting interface, it drops directly into standard mini-cylinder brackets and clevises. For practical sizing, plan for a safe working load of about 60 N, which means it can vertically lift roughly 5.1 kg with a 2:1 safety margin.
Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X40SCATC Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X40SCATC |
|---|---|
| Series | MI ISO 6432 mini cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø16 mm |
| Stroke | 40 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 MI16X40SCATC
| MI | ISO 6432 round-body mini cylinder (double-acting). |
|---|---|
| 16 | Bore size in mm. |
| ×40 | 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 MI16X40SCATC Is Used
Package Diverter Gate
Pushes light cardboard cartons on a packaging line using its 100.5 N thrust, while the stainless body resists humidity in washdown zones.
Small Part Ejector
Ejects stamped metal components from a press die, relying on the fixed TPU bumpers to soften the 40 mm stroke end impact.
Bin Lid Actuator
Opens and closes access hatches on material bins, where the TC trunnion mount accommodates the pivot arc and the -S magnet confirms closure.
Is the Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X40SCATC the Right Cylinder?
When sizing this 16 mm bore, compare it against the smaller Ø12 bore (56.5 N push at 0.5 MPa) or the larger Ø20 bore (157.0 N push at 0.5 MPa) to match your exact force needs. This SKU features a CA rear pivot cover and a TC trunnion mount for articulated or center-pivot installations. If your mechanism must hold a vertical load when air is removed or the valve is centered, note that the piston will drift; the bumpers only decelerate the end of stroke and act as neither a lock nor a brake. Add an external rod lock or a pilot-operated check valve for secure load holding.
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 MI16X40SCATC FAQ
This 16 mm bore cylinder features a 1/8" port and a Ø6 mm rod. It generates 100.5 N push and 86.4 N pull at 0.5 MPa, increasing to 140.7 N push and 120.9 N pull at 0.7 MPa. The theoretical maximum force is 20.5 kgf at 1.0 MPa.
Yes, the Ø16 bore uses the ISO 6432 mounting interface, so it fits standard mini-cylinder clevises and brackets. The included -S magnet allows you to mount CMSG, DMSG or EMSG switches along the body for electronic or reed position sensing.
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