Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X80R
The AirTAC Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X80R is a genuine double acting round-body mini air cylinder with a Ø16mm bore and 80mm 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
- Stroke80 mm
- Port size1/8"
- Acting typeDouble acting
- Rod threadM6×1.0
- CushionFixed TPU bumper pads
About the Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X80R
Delivering 100.5 N of push force at 0.5 MPa, the AirTAC MI16X80R is a double-acting round-body mini cylinder built for compact automation. Its stainless-steel barrel and piston rod shrug off mild corrosion, making it far superior to painted alternatives in damp or washdown environments. The Ø16 bore features a 1/8" port and an M6x1.0 male rod thread, while the R back cover supplies a convenient axial-in port orientation for tight routing.
Because the ISO 6432 mounting interface drops directly into standard mini-cylinder brackets and clevises, this 80 mm stroke unit integrates seamlessly into existing machine layouts. Plan for roughly 60 N of actual work at 0.5 MPa, which translates to safely lifting a 5.1 kg part vertically with a 2:1 margin. Fixed TPU bumper pads absorb stroke-end impact, and since this specific SKU lacks the -S magnet, it cannot accept CMSG, DMSG or EMSG position switches.
Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X80R Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X80R |
|---|---|
| Series | MI ISO 6432 mini cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø16 mm |
| Stroke | 80 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 MI16X80R
| MI | ISO 6432 round-body mini cylinder (double-acting). |
|---|---|
| 16 | Bore size in mm. |
| ×80 | 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 MI16X80R Is Used
Clamping Small Machined Parts
Provides 100.5 N of push force at 0.5 MPa to hold aluminium or plastic workpieces securely against a milling fixture during light machining operations.
Package Diverting Gate
Uses the 80 mm stroke to actuate a routing flap on a packaging line, safely handling loads up to 5.1 kg vertically with a 2:1 safety margin.
Lab Sample Ejection
Extends to push processed test tubes or vials out of a centrifuge carousel, leveraging the stainless steel construction to resist humid laboratory conditions.
Is the Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X80R the Right Cylinder?
When sizing this 16 mm bore, compare your actual load against the 100.5 N push rating at 0.5 MPa. If you need less force, stepping down to the Ø12 bore drops the output to 56.5 N, whereas moving up to the Ø20 bore increases it to 157.0 N. The 80 mm stroke is well within the 500 mm maximum standard limit, keeping the assembly compact without needing a made-to-order extension.
Remember that a standard double-acting cylinder drifts when air is lost or the valve is centred—the fixed TPU pads only decelerate the stroke end and act as neither a lock nor a brake. To suspend a vertical load securely, install an external rod lock or a pilot-operated check valve. You can mount this unit using LB foot, FA flange, SDB pivot, or TC trunnion hardware, but note that without the -S magnet option, adding reed or electronic sensors is not possible.
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 MI16X80R FAQ
This double-acting cylinder 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. It uses a 1/8" air port and operates at speeds between 30-800 mm/s.
Yes, the Ø16 bore uses the ISO 6432 mounting interface, so it fits standard LB foot, FA flange, SDB pivot, and TC trunnion brackets. However, because this specific SKU lacks the -S magnet, it cannot accept CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG position switches; you would need the -S variant for sensing.
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