Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X65U
The AirTAC MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X65U is a genuine double acting round-body mini air cylinder with a Ø16mm bore and 65mm stroke, M5×0.8 air ports and a stainless-steel barrel and rod for mildly corrosive environments. Its ISO 6432 mounting interface fits standard ISO 6432 mini-cylinder mounting interfaces.
- BoreØ16 mm
- Stroke65 mm
- Port sizeM5×0.8
- Acting typeDouble acting
- Rod threadM6×1.0
- CushionFixed TPU bumper pads
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About the Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X65U
Delivering 100.5 N of push force at 0.5 MPa, this double-acting stainless-steel round-body mini cylinder handles compact 65 mm strokes with ease. The riveted stainless barrel and rod resist mild corrosion, giving it a real edge over painted alternatives in damp or washdown settings. It features fixed TPU bumper pads that decelerate the stroke end, and its M5×0.8 port ensures reliable airflow.
Because it lacks the -S suffix, this specific SKU cannot accept CMSG, DMSG or EMSG magnetic switches.
Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X65U Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X65U |
|---|---|
| Series | MI ISO 6432 mini cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø16 mm |
| Stroke | 65 mm |
| Acting type | Double acting |
| Port size | M5×0.8 |
| 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 MI16X65U
| 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 (double rod, adjustable stroke ±cushion). Back covers CA / U / R / CM. Mounting LB / FA / SDB / TC.
Where the Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X65U Is Used
Package Diverter Gate
Pushes a lightweight routing flap on a packaging line, using the 100.5 N thrust to deflect small cartons at speed.
Damp Environment Ejector
Ejects formed parts from a moist forming station, leveraging the stainless steel barrel to prevent mild corrosion.
Compact 90-Degree Clamp
Clamps small aluminium brackets during machining, using the U-type rear cover to fit neatly into a corner jig.
Is the Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X65U the Right Cylinder?
Sizing this 16 mm bore against its neighbours shows its place: step down to a 12 mm bore for 56.5 N push at 0.5 MPa, or move up to a 20 mm bore for 157.0 N if you need greater thrust. The U suffix denotes a 90-degree rear cover, orienting the port and pivot for tight corner installations. If your mechanism requires position sensing, you must select the -S magnet variant instead of this base model.
Remember that a plain cylinder drifts when air is lost or the valve is centred; the TPU bumpers only soften the stroke end and never act as a lock or brake. To hold a load securely, add an external rod lock or a pilot-operated check valve. For this 65 mm stroke, keep the rod load aligned to avoid side-loading and 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 MI16X65U FAQ
This 16 mm bore cylinder features an M5×0.8 port and an M6x1.0 male rod 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 force of 20.5 kgf at 1.0 MPa.
No, this SKU lacks the -S suffix and therefore has no internal magnet, meaning it cannot accept CMSG, DMSG or EMSG switches. You must select the -S variant to enable position sensing.
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