Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X530SCA
The AirTAC Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X530SCA is a genuine double acting round-body mini air cylinder with a Ø16mm bore and 530mm 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
- Stroke530 mm
- Port size1/8"
- Acting typeDouble acting
- Rod threadM6×1.0
- CushionFixed TPU bumper pads
About the Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X530SCA
Delivering 100.5 N of push force at 0.5 MPa, the AirTAC MI16X530SCA is a double-acting round-body mini cylinder built for demanding reach. Its stainless-steel barrel and piston rod shrug off mild corrosion, giving it a real edge over painted-steel actuators in damp or washdown settings. The 530 mm stroke is a non-standard, made-to-order length that exceeds the 500 mm catalogue maximum for this 16 mm bore. A built-in magnet (-S) enables position sensing with CMSG, DMSG or EMSG switches, while the rear CA clevis provides a robust pivot mount.
For practical sizing, plan for roughly 60 N of actual work at 0.5 MPa rather than the absolute rating. In vertical lift tasks, this translates to safely raising about 5.1 kg with a 2:1 safety margin. The riveted body keeps the unit compact, and fixed TPU bumper pads absorb the impact at stroke ends to protect your mechanism.
Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X530SCA Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X530SCA |
|---|---|
| Series | MI ISO 6432 mini cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø16 mm |
| Stroke | 530 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 MI16X530SCA
| MI | ISO 6432 round-body mini cylinder (double-acting). |
|---|---|
| 16 | Bore size in mm. |
| ×530 | 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 MI16X530SCA Is Used
Diverting Arm Mechanism
Uses the 530 mm extended reach and CA pivot mount to push packages across a transfer belt, relying on the 60 N safe working load to deflect cardboard cartons smoothly.
Lab Sample Ejection
Exploits the stainless-steel construction to resist mild corrosion in humid testing chambers, ejecting sample trays with 100.5 N of force at 0.5 MPa.
Vertical Parts Lowering
Lowers lightweight 5 kg fixtures down a 530 mm path, using the DMSG sensor to confirm the bottom position before releasing the part.
Is the Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X530SCA the Right Cylinder?
When sizing this actuator, check both neighbours: the smaller Ø12 bore offers 56.5 N push at 0.5 MPa, while the larger Ø20 provides 157.0 N, so the Ø16 is the sweet spot for moderate 60 N workloads. Because the 530 mm stroke is a made-to-order length that exceeds the 500 mm standard maximum, carefully evaluate side-loading to prevent rod bending over that extended distance. The CA rear pivot cover pairs with LB foot, FA flange or TC trunnion options to suit your geometry.
Note that a standard double-acting cylinder drifts when air is removed or the valve is centred, as the TPU bumpers only decelerate the end of travel and act as neither a lock nor a brake. To suspend a load vertically, fit an external rod lock or a pilot-operated check valve. The 1/8" port and M6x1.0 male rod thread are fixed by the bore, and the -S magnet is essential if you need electronic or reed sensor feedback.
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 MI16X530SCA FAQ
This 16 mm bore cylinder has a 1/8" port and an M6x1.0 male rod thread. It generates 100.5 N push and 86.4 N pull at 0.5 MPa, 140.7 N push and 120.9 N pull at 0.7 MPa, with a theoretical maximum force of 20.5 kgf at 1.0 MPa.
No, the piston will drift if air is lost or the valve is centred. The fixed TPU bumper pads only decelerate the stroke end and do not function as a brake. You must add an external rod lock or pilot check valve to hold a vertical load securely.
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