Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X60SCM
The AirTAC Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X60SCM 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 MI16X60SCM
Delivering 100.5 N of push force at 0.5 MPa, this double-acting stainless-steel mini cylinder handles a 60 mm stroke with a 1/8" port and a male M6x1.0 rod thread. The riveted round-body build pairs a stainless barrel and rod to resist mild corrosion, giving it a real edge over painted alternatives in damp or washdown settings. Fixed TPU bumper pads absorb the impact at stroke ends to protect the mechanism.
Because the 100.5 N rating is theoretical, plan for a safe working load of about 60 N of real work at 0.5 MPa. For vertical lifting, that translates to hoisting roughly 5.1 kg with a 2:1 safety margin. The built-in magnet (-S) supports CMSG, DMSG and EMSG position switches, while the rear CM round end dictates the back-cover orientation for your plumbing.
Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X60SCM Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X60SCM |
|---|---|
| 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 MI16X60SCM
| 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 MI16X60SCM Is Used
PCB Depaneling Gate
Pushes a 60 mm cutting blade guide to sever circuit boards, using the 5.1 kg vertical lift capacity to manage light tooling heads without rod deflection.
Diverter Arm Actuation
Swings a routing flap on a packaging line, where the stainless build withstands daily washdowns and the 100.5 N thrust easily overcomes flap friction.
Lab Reagent Dispenser
Drives a 60 mm pump stroke for precise fluid dosing, relying on the CMSG sensor integration and fixed TPU bumpers for repeatable end-positioning.
Is the Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X60SCM the Right Cylinder?
When sizing this 16 mm bore, stepping down to the Ø12 variant drops the 0.5 MPa push force to 56.5 N, whereas moving up to the Ø20 bore raises it to 157.0 N. This 60 mm stroke sits well within the 500 mm maximum, keeping rod bending stress low. The ISO 6432 mounting interface lets you drop the unit straight into standard mini-cylinder brackets and clevises.
Remember that a standard double-acting cylinder drifts if air pressure drops or the valve is centred; the TPU pads only decelerate the stroke end and will not lock the load. To hold a vertical position securely, fit an external rod lock or a pilot-operated check valve.
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 MI16X60SCM FAQ
This 16 mm bore cylinder uses a 1/8" port and a Ø6 mm rod with an M6x1.0 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 of 20.5 kgf at 1.0 MPa.
No, the base MI uses fixed TPU bumper pads to decelerate the stroke end, not an adjustable air cushion (which requires the MIC variant). Furthermore, it will not hold a load if air is lost; you must add an external rod lock or pilot check valve for position holding.
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