Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X90SCM
The AirTAC Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X90SCM is a genuine double acting round-body mini air cylinder with a Ø16mm bore and 90mm 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
- Stroke90 mm
- Port size1/8"
- Acting typeDouble acting
- Rod threadM6×1.0
- CushionFixed TPU bumper pads
About the Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X90SCM
Generating 100.5 N of push force at 0.5 MPa, this AirTAC MI16X90SCM miniature actuator is built for compact automation. The stainless-steel round barrel and piston rod shrug off mild corrosion, making it far superior to painted alternatives in damp production areas. A built-in piston magnet allows seamless fitting of CMSG, DMSG or EMSG sensors, while the rear CM round cover keeps the back end clean and unobtrusive.
It operates as a double-acting unit with a 90 mm stroke, using a 1/8 inch port and an M6x1.0 male rod thread. For real-world sizing, plan for a safe working load of roughly 60 N rather than the absolute maximum, which translates to lifting about 5.1 kg vertically with a 2:1 safety margin. Fixed TPU bumper pads absorb the impact at stroke extremes, and the rolled body conforms to ISO 6432 mounting dimensions for straightforward bracket integration.
Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X90SCM Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X90SCM |
|---|---|
| Series | MI ISO 6432 mini cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø16 mm |
| Stroke | 90 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 MI16X90SCM
| MI | ISO 6432 round-body mini cylinder (double-acting). |
|---|---|
| 16 | Bore size in mm. |
| ×90 | 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 MI16X90SCM Is Used
Textile Loom Guide
Shifts a yarn guide carriage through a 90 mm cycle, where the stainless body resists humid textile mill environments.
Carton Flap Folder
Tucks small cardboard flaps prior to sealing, utilising the 100.5 N push force to overcome light board stiffness.
Lab Sample Ejector
Pushes prepared test tubes out of a centrifuge slot, benefiting from the compact CM round end and precise sensor detection.
Is the Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X90SCM the Right Cylinder?
When sizing this 16 mm bore, compare it against the smaller Ø12 option, which provides 56.5 N of push at 0.5 MPa, or the larger Ø20 that yields 157 N. This model hits a practical middle ground for light-duty positioning. Because the base MI relies on air pressure to stay in place, the rod will drift if the supply drops or the valve is centred; add an external pilot check valve if you need to suspend a load safely.
The 90 mm stroke is well within the 500 mm maximum for this bore, but keep side-loading forces off the Ø6 mm rod to prevent premature seal wear. The -S suffix confirms the magnet is present for position sensing, and the CM rear cover dictates how the unit bolts onto your fixture.
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 MI16X90SCM 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. The air port is 1/8 inch.
No, the piston will drift if air pressure is lost or the valve is centred. The fixed TPU bumper pads only decelerate the stroke end and do not act as a brake. Use an external rod lock or pilot check valve to hold a suspended load.
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