Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X5SCA
The AirTAC Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X5SCA is a genuine double acting round-body mini air cylinder with a Ø16mm bore and 5mm 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
- Stroke5 mm
- Port size1/8"
- Acting typeDouble acting
- Rod threadM6×1.0
- CushionFixed TPU bumper pads
About the Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X5SCA
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 bore uses a 1/8" port and a Ø6 mm piston rod, while the riveted stainless construction resists mild corrosion in damp or washdown environments better than painted alternatives. Its built-in magnet supports CMSG, DMSG and EMSG switches for position sensing.
Because the 100.5 N rating leaves a safety margin, plan for about 60 N of real work at 0.5 MPa. This translates to lifting roughly 5.1 kg vertically with a 2:1 factor. The short 5 mm stroke and CA pivot back cover make it ideal for tight clamping jobs, and fixed TPU bumper pads absorb the end-of-stroke impact.
Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X5SCA Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X5SCA |
|---|---|
| Series | MI ISO 6432 mini cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø16 mm |
| Stroke | 5 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 MI16X5SCA
| MI | ISO 6432 round-body mini cylinder (double-acting). |
|---|---|
| 16 | Bore size in mm. |
| ×5 | 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 MI16X5SCA Is Used
Short-Stroke Part Clamping
Ideal for locking small aluminium extrusions in a machining fixture using the 5 mm stroke and 60 N safe working load.
Package Diverter Gate
Pivots a lightweight routing flap via the CA clevis to sort small cartons on a packaging line without overwhelming the 100.5 N capacity.
Electronic Component Ejector
Pushes PCBs out of a test socket with a gentle 5 mm tap, using the DMSG sensor to confirm ejection before the conveyor advances.
Is the Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X5SCA the Right Cylinder?
When sizing this actuator, compare it against its neighbours: the smaller Ø12 bore yields 56.5 N of push at 0.5 MPa, whereas the larger Ø20 bore provides 157.0 N. If your application loses air or the valve centres, this cylinder will drift and cannot hold a load—the TPU pads only decelerate the stroke end, so add an external rod lock or pilot check valve for position holding. The CA rear clevis pairs with standard ISO 6432 mounting dimensions, and the -S magnet enables electronic or reed sensors.
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 MI16X5SCA 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, 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 act as a brake. You must use an external rod lock or pilot-operated check valve to hold a suspended load.
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