Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X80SU
The AirTAC Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X80SU 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 MI16X80SU
Delivering 100.5 N of push force at 0.5 MPa, this double-acting stainless-steel mini cylinder handles an 80 mm stroke with a compact riveted round body. The Ø16 bore operates on a 1/8" port and carries an integrated magnet for position sensing. Its stainless barrel and rod naturally resist mild corrosion, giving it a real edge over painted alternatives in damp or washdown environments.
Because it conforms to ISO 6432 mounting dimensions, the body drops directly into standard mini-cylinder brackets and clevises. Plan for roughly 60 N of actual work at 0.5 MPa, which means it lifts about 5.1 kg vertically with a safe 2:1 margin. The U-style rear cover provides a 90-degree port orientation for tight routing, while fixed TPU bumper pads absorb the end-of-stroke impact.
Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X80SU Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X80SU |
|---|---|
| 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 MI16X80SU
| 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 MI16X80SU Is Used
PCB Depaneling Gate
Cycles an 80 mm stroke to open and close a lightweight routing gate on an electronics assembly line, using the 100.5 N push force to move the aluminum fixture.
Damp-Environment Flap Diverter
Stainless construction survives humid washdown zones while the U rear cover mounts neatly to push a packaging flap, routing cartons at up to 800 mm/s.
Parts Reject Arm
Extends 80 mm to knock failed components off a conveyor belt, relying on the ISO 6432 bracket interface for fast replacement during maintenance.
Is the Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X80SU the Right Cylinder?
When sizing this 80 mm stroke unit, verify your payload against the 100.5 N push rating. If you need less force, stepping down to the Ø12 bore yields 56.5 N; moving up to the Ø20 bore provides 157.0 N. The built-in magnet allows CMSG, DMSG or EMSG switches to confirm position, and the U back cover simplifies plumbing in confined spaces. Keep in mind that a plain cylinder drifts if air pressure drops, so add an external rod lock or pilot check valve if you must hold a vertical load securely.
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 MI16X80SU FAQ
At 0.5 MPa it pushes with 100.5 N and pulls with 86.4 N. At 0.7 MPa the push is 140.7 N and pull is 120.9 N. The theoretical maximum force is 20.5 kgf at 1.0 MPa. The air port is 1/8" and the male rod thread is M6x1.0.
No, the piston will drift if air is lost or the valve is centered. The fixed TPU bumper pads only decelerate the stroke end and do not act as a brake. You must use an external rod lock or pilot-operated check valve to hold a vertical load safely.
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