
The AirTAC Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X75SULB is a genuine double acting round-body mini air cylinder with a Ø16mm bore and 75mm 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.
Delivering 100.5 N of push force at 0.5 MPa, this double-acting stainless-steel round-body mini cylinder handles a 75 mm stroke with a 6 mm piston rod. The riveted barrel and rod shrug off mild corrosion, giving it a real edge over painted alternatives in damp or washdown environments. Its 1/8" port feeds the chamber efficiently, while fixed TPU bumper pads absorb the impact at stroke extremes.
Because the piston carries a magnet, you can track position with CMSG, DMSG or EMSG switches. Plan for roughly 60 N of actual work at 0.5 MPa rather than the absolute maximum. For lifting tasks, expect it to hoist about 5.1 kg vertically with a safe 2:1 margin. The U back cover provides a 90-degree port orientation, and the ISO 6432 mounting interface drops directly into standard mini-cylinder brackets.
| Model | Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X75SULB |
|---|---|
| Series | MI ISO 6432 mini cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø16 mm |
| Stroke | 75 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.
| 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.
| MI | ISO 6432 round-body mini cylinder (double-acting). |
|---|---|
| 16 | Bore size in mm. |
| ×75 | 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.
Pushes light sorting flaps on packaging lines, utilising the 60 N safe working load to redirect small cartons reliably.
Ejects plastic test tubes from a centrifuge carousel, where the stainless build resists chemical splashes and moisture.
Presses delicate electronic connectors into PCBs, relying on the fixed TPU bumpers to prevent harsh end-of-stroke impacts.
When sizing this 16 mm bore, the smaller Ø12 generates 56.5 N push at 0.5 MPa, whereas stepping up to the Ø20 yields 157 N. This makes the 16 mm the sweet spot for moderate 60 N working loads. The included LB foot bracket secures the body firmly, and the U rear cover offers flexible 90-degree mounting. Because this SKU includes the S magnet, it is fully ready for electronic or reed sensors.
Remember that a standard double-acting cylinder drifts when air pressure drops or the valve centres; the TPU bumpers only decelerate the end of stroke and do not act as a brake. To suspend a load safely mid-air, fit an external rod lock or a pilot-operated check valve. At 75 mm, side loads are minimal, but always guide the rod to prevent bending.
Quick checklist
This 16 mm bore cylinder features a 1/8" 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 of 20.5 kgf at 1.0 MPa.
Yes, the built-in S magnet allows CMSG, DMSG and EMSG switches for position detection. The body uses standard ISO 6432 mounting dimensions, and this unit includes an LB foot bracket and a U 90-degree back cover for versatile installation.
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