Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X70CA
The AirTAC Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X70CA is a genuine double acting round-body mini air cylinder with a Ø16mm bore and 70mm 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
- Stroke70 mm
- Port size1/8"
- Acting typeDouble acting
- Rod threadM6×1.0
- CushionFixed TPU bumper pads
About the Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X70CA
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 uses a 1/8 inch port and an M6x1.0 male rod thread, while the CA rear pivot cover simplifies clevis mounting. Its riveted stainless barrel and rod resist mild corrosion, outperforming painted alternatives in damp environments. Fixed TPU bumper pads absorb stroke-end impact, though they do not act as an adjustable air cushion. Plan for roughly 60 N of actual work at 0.5 MPa, which translates to lifting about 5.1 kg vertically with a safe 2:1 margin. Because this SKU lacks a magnet, it cannot host CMSG, DMSG or EMSG sensors without switching to the -S variant.
Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X70CA Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X70CA |
|---|---|
| Series | MI ISO 6432 mini cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø16 mm |
| Stroke | 70 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 MI16X70CA
| MI | ISO 6432 round-body mini cylinder (double-acting). |
|---|---|
| 16 | Bore size in mm. |
| ×70 | 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 MI16X70CA Is Used
Component Sorting Diverter
Pushes lightweight metal parts down a guide rail using 100.5 N of thrust, with the CA pivot absorbing slight misalignment during the 70 mm travel.
Carton Flap Folder
Folds small cardboard flaps on a packaging line, where the stainless steel construction survives occasional washdowns and damp factory air.
Belt Transfer Gate
Actuates a routing gate to divert products, lifting about 5.1 kg of mechanism mass vertically while operating reliably at speeds between 30-800 mm/s.
Is the Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X70CA the Right Cylinder?
When sizing this actuator, the 12 mm bore offers 56.5 N push at 0.5 MPa, whereas stepping up to the 20 mm bore yields 157 N, giving you clear boundaries for adjusting your force budget. The 70 mm stroke is well within the 500 mm maximum, keeping rod bending stress low. Remember that venting air or centering the valve causes the piston to drift, as the TPU bumpers only decelerate the end of travel without locking the load. To suspend a weight securely mid-stroke, integrate an external rod lock or a pilot-operated check valve. The CA back cover provides a pivot point for angular movement, and you can adapt the unit using LB foot, FA flange, SDB pivot or TC trunnion brackets.
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 MI16X70CA FAQ
This 16 mm bore double-acting cylinder uses a 1/8 inch port and an M6x1.0 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 of 20.5 kgf at 1.0 MPa.
No, this specific SKU lacks the internal magnet required for switches. To use CMSG, DMSG or EMSG sensors, you must select the -S magnet variant. The unit uses the ISO 6432 mounting interface and features fixed TPU bumper pads rather than an adjustable air cushion.
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