Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X60CM
The AirTAC Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X60CM 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 MI16X60CM
Delivering 100.5 N of push force at 0.5 MPa, this double-acting stainless-steel round-body mini cylinder handles a 60 mm stroke with a compact riveted construction. The Ø16 bore operates on a 1/8 inch port and features a CM round end cover. Built with a stainless-steel barrel and piston rod, it resists mild corrosion and washdowns better than painted alternatives in damp environments.
The Ø16 size follows the ISO 6432 mounting interface, dropping directly into standard mini-cylinder brackets and clevises for straightforward design integration. Fixed TPU bumper pads absorb impact at the stroke ends, though they only decelerate the piston rather than acting as an adjustable cushion. Plan for a safe working load of about 60 N of real work at 0.5 MPa, which translates to lifting roughly 5.1 kg vertically with a 2:1 safety margin. Because this specific SKU lacks the -S magnet, it cannot accept CMSG, DMSG or EMSG position switches.
Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X60CM Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X60CM |
|---|---|
| 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 MI16X60CM
| 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 MI16X60CM Is Used
PCB Depaneling Gate
Pushes a lightweight routing guide 60 mm to clamp circuit boards during automated cutting, using the 100.5 N thrust to hold parts without flexing the stainless rod.
Dairy Pouch Deflector
Extends 60 mm to nudge filled pouches into a washdown lane, where the stainless barrel shrugs off the damp environment and mild chemical splash.
Small Part Ejector
Kicks machined plastic components out of a fixture on a 60 mm stroke, relying on the fixed TPU bumpers to quietly stop the rod without bouncing the part.
Is the Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X60CM the Right Cylinder?
When sizing this 60 mm stroke unit, the smaller Ø12 bore provides 56.5 N of push at 0.5 MPa, while the larger Ø20 bore offers 157.0 N if you need more thrust. The CM round end cover gives a clean rear profile for tight assemblies, and standard LB foot, FA flange, or TC trunnion brackets fit the ISO 6432 body. For the 60 mm travel, ensure the front pivot allows rod alignment to prevent side-loading and premature seal wear.
Because it is a standard double-acting cylinder, the piston will drift if air pressure drops or the valve is centred, as the TPU bumpers only soften the stroke end and provide no braking. To suspend a load safely during an air loss event, install an external rod lock or a pilot-operated check valve. If your application requires position feedback, select the -S magnet version to enable sensor 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 MI16X60CM FAQ
This Ø16 mm bore cylinder uses a 1/8 inch port. It generates 100.5 N push and 86.4 N pull at 0.5 MPa, or 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.
No, this specific SKU lacks the internal magnet, so it cannot accept CMSG, DMSG or EMSG switches. You must order the -S variant (MI16X60CM-S) to enable magnetic position sensing.
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