Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X80SUTC
The AirTAC Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X80SUTC 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 MI16X80SUTC
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 riveted stainless barrel and rod resist mild corrosion, making it superior to painted alternatives in damp environments. Its 80 mm stroke operates at speeds of 30-800 mm/s, relying on fixed TPU bumper pads to decelerate the piston at stroke end.
Thanks to the built-in -S piston magnet, you can mount CMSG, DMSG or EMSG sensors for position detection. The 1/8" air port feeds the 6 mm piston rod, and the ISO 6432 mounting dimensions ensure it drops straight into standard mini-cylinder brackets. 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.
Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X80SUTC Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X80SUTC |
|---|---|
| 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 MI16X80SUTC
| 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 MI16X80SUTC Is Used
Small Part Ejection
Pushes lightweight plastic mouldings out of an injection press using the 100.5 N output, with the TC trunnion absorbing angular misalignment.
Diverter Gate Actuation
Pivots a routing flap on a compact logistics conveyor, where the stainless build withstands humid warehouse conditions and the magnet confirms gate position.
Film Clamp Assembly
Holds a packaging film web steady during sealing, safely applying around 60 N of work force while the U-type back cover mounts flush to the frame.
Is the Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X80SUTC the Right Cylinder?
If you need less force, the Ø12 bore provides 56.5 N push at 0.5 MPa, whereas stepping up to the Ø20 bore yields 157 N. This SKU includes a U-type 90-degree rear cover and a TC trunnion mount for pivoting articulation. Because the 80 mm stroke is relatively short, rod bending under side loads is minimal, but always guide the load to prevent binding.
Remember that venting the air or centering the valve causes the piston to drift, as the TPU bumpers only soften the end-of-stroke impact rather than locking the rod. For suspended loads that must hold position, add an external rod lock or a pilot-operated check valve to the system.
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 MI16X80SUTC FAQ
At 0.5 MPa it pushes 100.5 N and pulls 86.4 N. At 0.7 MPa it pushes 140.7 N and pulls 120.9 N. The theoretical maximum force is 20.5 kgf at 1.0 MPa. It uses a 1/8" air port and a 6 mm piston rod with an M6x1.0 male thread.
No, it uses fixed TPU bumper pads that merely decelerate the piston at the ends; adjustable air cushions are only on MIC variants. However, the -S suffix means it has an internal magnet ready for CMSG, DMSG or EMSG reed and electronic sensors.
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