Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X65SU
The AirTAC Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X65SU is a genuine double acting round-body mini air cylinder with a Ø16mm bore and 65mm 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
- Stroke65 mm
- Port size1/8"
- Acting typeDouble acting
- Rod threadM6×1.0
- CushionFixed TPU bumper pads
About the Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X65SU
Delivering 100.5 N of push force at 0.5 MPa, this double-acting stainless-steel round-body mini cylinder handles compact automation with ease. The 16 mm bore features a 6 mm piston rod and a 1/8" port, while the built-in magnet (-S) enables direct mounting of CMSG, DMSG or EMSG reed and electronic switches for position sensing.
The rolled stainless construction shrugs off mild corrosion, making it superior to painted alternatives in damp environments. Fixed TPU bumper pads absorb end-of-stroke impact, and the U-style 90-degree rear cover simplifies port and mounting orientation. For practical sizing, plan for roughly 60 N of real work at 0.5 MPa, which means it can vertically lift about 5.1 kg with a safe 2:1 margin.
Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X65SU Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X65SU |
|---|---|
| Series | MI ISO 6432 mini cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø16 mm |
| Stroke | 65 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 MI16X65SU
| MI | ISO 6432 round-body mini cylinder (double-acting). |
|---|---|
| 16 | Bore size in mm. |
| ×65 | 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 MI16X65SU Is Used
Textile Loom Guide
Shifts yarn guides laterally using the 100.5 N push force, with the stainless body resisting humid textile mill environments.
Bottle Sorting Diverter
Pivots lightweight routing gates on a packaging line, using the U-style 90-degree rear cover for compact pivot mounting.
Parts Ejector Station
Pushes small plastic moulded components out of a machining centre, safely lifting parts under 5.1 kg vertically.
Is the Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X65SU the Right Cylinder?
When sizing this 65 mm stroke unit, compare it against its neighbours: the Ø12 bore offers 56.5 N push at 0.5 MPa, while the Ø20 bore provides 157.0 N. This model sits perfectly in the middle for medium-duty tasks. Because the 16 mm bore conforms to ISO 6432 mounting dimensions, it drops directly 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 bumpers only decelerate the stroke end and act as neither a brake nor a lock. To suspend a load safely, install an external rod lock or a pilot-operated check valve. Additionally, the 65 mm stroke requires attention to side loading to prevent premature rod bending.
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 MI16X65SU FAQ
This 16 mm bore cylinder features a 1/8" port and a 6 mm rod. It generates 100.5 N push and 86.4 N pull at 0.5 MPa, increasing to 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, the piston will drift. The fixed TPU bumper pads only decelerate the rod near the stroke end and do not function as a locking brake. To maintain vertical position during air loss, you must add an external rod lock or pilot check valve. The -S magnet allows position sensing via CMSG/DMSG/EMSG switches.
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