Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X60SULB
The AirTAC Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X60SULB 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 MI16X60SULB
Generating about 100.5 N of push force at 0.5 MPa, this double-acting stainless-steel round-body mini cylinder handles compact 60 mm strokes with reliability. The Ø16 bore uses a 1/8" port and a 6 mm piston rod, while the integrated piston magnet allows direct mounting of CMSG, DMSG or EMSG sensors for position detection. Its riveted stainless barrel and rod shrug off mild corrosion, giving it a real edge over painted alternatives in damp or washdown-prone environments.
Designed around the ISO 6432 mounting interface, the body drops smoothly into standard mini-cylinder brackets and clevises. Fixed TPU bumper pads absorb the impact at stroke extremes without adding bulk. For practical actuation, plan for roughly 60 N of usable work at 0.5 MPa, which translates to lifting a 5.1 kg part vertically with a safe 2:1 margin.
Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X60SULB Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X60SULB |
|---|---|
| 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 MI16X60SULB
| 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 MI16X60SULB Is Used
Diverter Gate Actuation
Pushes lightweight sorting flaps on packaging lines, using the 60 mm stroke to reroute cartons without overstressing the 6 mm rod.
Lab Sample Ejection
Ejects processed vials from a testing carousel, where the stainless build resists chemical mist and the 5.1 kg vertical lift margin handles filled tubes.
Tote Lid Lifting
Raises and lowers small access hatches on storage totes, relying on the LB foot mount to stabilize the 100.5 N push force during repetitive cycles.
Is the Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X60SULB the Right Cylinder?
When sizing this 60 mm stroke unit, verify your actual load against the 100.5 N push capacity at 0.5 MPa. If you need less force, the Ø12 bore provides 56.5 N; if your mechanism requires more punch, stepping up to the Ø20 bore yields 157.0 N. This SKU includes the LB foot mounting accessory and a U-type 90-degree rear cover, offering versatile physical integration alongside its ISO 6432 dimensions.
Remember that a standard double-acting cylinder drifts if air pressure drops or the valve is centred—the fixed TPU pads only soften the end of travel and act as neither a brake nor a lock. To suspend a load safely mid-stroke, incorporate an external rod lock or a pilot-operated check valve into your pneumatic circuit.
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 MI16X60SULB FAQ
This Ø16 bore cylinder features a 1/8" port and generates a push force of 100.5 N and a pull force of 86.4 N at 0.5 MPa. At 0.7 MPa, the push increases to 140.7 N and the pull to 120.9 N. The theoretical maximum force is 20.5 kgf at 1.0 MPa.
Yes, the -S suffix indicates a built-in piston magnet compatible with CMSG, DMSG and EMSG reed or electronic switches. The U back cover provides a 90-degree port orientation, and the included LB foot bracket allows secure base mounting while maintaining ISO 6432 dimensions.
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