Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X95CA
The AirTAC Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X95CA is a genuine double acting round-body mini air cylinder with a Ø16mm bore and 95mm 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
- Stroke95 mm
- Port size1/8"
- Acting typeDouble acting
- Rod threadM6×1.0
- CushionFixed TPU bumper pads
About the Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X95CA
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 Ø16 mm bore uses a 1/8 inch port and an M6x1.0 male rod thread. Its riveted stainless barrel and rod resist mild corrosion, outperforming painted alternatives in damp environments. Built-in fixed TPU bumper pads absorb stroke-end impact without offering adjustable cushioning.
For practical sizing, plan for roughly 60 N of real work at 0.5 MPa, which equates to lifting about 5.1 kg vertically with a 2:1 safety margin. The CA rear pivot cover allows clevis mounting. Because this SKU lacks the -S magnet, it cannot accept CMSG, DMSG or EMSG position switches.
Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X95CA Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X95CA |
|---|---|
| Series | MI ISO 6432 mini cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø16 mm |
| Stroke | 95 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 MI16X95CA
| MI | ISO 6432 round-body mini cylinder (double-acting). |
|---|---|
| 16 | Bore size in mm. |
| ×95 | 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 MI16X95CA Is Used
Diverting Small Packages
Pushes lightweight cardboard cartons on a packaging line using its 100.5 N thrust and 95 mm travel distance.
Textile Loom Tensioning
Maintains thread tension via the CA pivot clevis, handling mild humidity thanks to the stainless steel construction.
Electronic Component Ejector
Kicks tested PCBs out of a test fixture, relying on the fixed TPU pads to soften the ejection impact.
Is the Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X95CA the Right Cylinder?
When sizing this 16 mm bore, the smaller Ø12 generates 56.5 N push while the larger Ø20 provides 157.0 N at 0.5 MPa. The 95 mm stroke is well within the 500 mm maximum, though long strokes require careful alignment to prevent rod bending and side-load wear. The ISO 6432 mounting interface ensures compatibility with standard mini-cylinder brackets and clevises.
Note that venting or centering the valve causes the piston to drift, as the TPU bumpers only decelerate the end of travel and do not function as a locking brake. To suspend a load safely, install an external rod lock or a pilot-operated check valve.
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 MI16X95CA FAQ
This double-acting cylinder features a 1/8 inch port and generates 100.5 N push / 86.4 N pull at 0.5 MPa, 140.7 N push / 120.9 N pull at 0.7 MPa, and a theoretical maximum of 20.5 kgf at 1.0 MPa.
No, this specific SKU lacks a magnet and cannot accept CMSG, DMSG or EMSG switches. You must select an MI16X95CA-S variant to enable magnetic sensing.
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