Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X60CA
The AirTAC Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X60CA is a genuine double acting round-body mini air cylinder with a Ø16mm bore and 60mm 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
- Stroke60 mm
- Port size1/8"
- Acting typeDouble acting
- Rod threadM6×1.0
- CushionFixed TPU bumper pads
About the Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X60CA
Generating about 100.5 N of push force at 0.5 MPa, this double-acting stainless-steel mini cylinder suits compact automation requiring a 60 mm stroke. The riveted round body uses a 1/8" port and an M6x1.0 male rod thread. Because the bore is Ø16, it conforms to ISO 6432 mounting dimensions, dropping directly into standard mini-cylinder brackets and clevises.
The stainless barrel and rod resist mild corrosion, giving it an edge over painted alternatives in damp or washdown environments. Fixed TPU bumper pads absorb stroke-end impact without offering adjustable cushioning. For practical sizing, plan for roughly 60 N of real work at 0.5 MPa, which translates to lifting about 5.1 kg vertically with a 2:1 safety margin. This specific SKU lacks a magnet, so it cannot host CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG sensors without upgrading to the -S variant.
Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X60CA Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X60CA |
|---|---|
| Series | MI ISO 6432 mini cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø16 mm |
| Stroke | 60 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 MI16X60CA
| MI | ISO 6432 round-body mini cylinder (double-acting). |
|---|---|
| 16 | Bore size in mm. |
| ×60 | 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 MI16X60CA Is Used
Small Parts Ejection
Uses the 100.5 N push at 0.5 MPa to knock light molded plastic parts from a fixture on an injection molding machine.
Package Diverting
Employs the CA pivot clevis to swing a 60 mm stroke gate, routing small cardboard cartons on a packaging line.
Lab Sample Handling
Leverages the stainless steel construction to endure humid laboratory environments while indexing sample trays.
Is the Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X60CA the Right Cylinder?
When sizing this 16 mm bore, stepping down to the Ø12 model drops the 0.5 MPa push force to 56.5 N, while stepping up to the Ø20 bore increases it to 157.0 N. The integrated CA rear pivot cover is designed for clevis mounting, accommodating angular movement during the 60 mm stroke. You can also utilize LB foot, FA flange, SDB pivot, or TC trunnion brackets.
Remember that a standard double-acting cylinder drifts if air pressure is lost or the valve is centered, as the fixed bumpers only decelerate the stroke end and act as neither a brake nor a lock. For suspended loads, install an external rod lock or a pilot-operated check valve. If your application requires position sensing, select the -S magnet version to enable switch mounting.
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 MI16X60CA FAQ
This double-acting cylinder uses a 1/8" port and generates 100.5 N push and 86.4 N pull at 0.5 MPa. At 0.7 MPa, push is 140.7 N and pull is 120.9 N. The theoretical maximum force is 20.5 kgf at 1.0 MPa.
No, this specific SKU does not include a magnet, so it cannot support CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG switches. You must select the -S variant for sensing capabilities. It features fixed TPU bumper pads for deceleration rather than an adjustable air cushion.
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