Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X95SU
The AirTAC Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X95SU 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 MI16X95SU
Delivering 100.5 N of push force at 0.5 MPa, this double-acting stainless-steel round-body mini cylinder handles a 95 mm stroke with a 1/8" air port. The riveted barrel and piston rod shrug off mild corrosion, giving it a real edge over painted alternatives in damp or washdown settings. Because it follows ISO 6432 mounting dimensions, it drops directly into standard mini-cylinder brackets and clevises.
The built-in -S piston magnet enables CMSG, DMSG, and EMSG position switches for closed-loop feedback. Fixed TPU bumper pads absorb the impact at stroke extremes without needing manual adjustment. For practical sizing, plan for roughly 60 N of actual work at 0.5 MPa, which means it can vertically lift about 5.1 kg with a safe 2:1 margin.
Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X95SU Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X95SU |
|---|---|
| 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 MI16X95SU
| 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 MI16X95SU Is Used
PCB Depaneling Gate
Cycles a 95 mm stroke to open and close a routing gate on a PCB depaneling machine, using the 100.5 N push force to shear waste edges cleanly.
Carton Flap Folder
Folds minor corrugated carton flaps prior to tape sealing, where the stainless build resists adhesive fumes and the U cover keeps hoses out of the way.
Lab Sample Diverter
Pushes a lightweight diverter arm to route test tubes between analytical tracks, lifting roughly 5.1 kg of carrier mass with a safe 2:1 vertical margin.
Is the Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI16X95SU the Right Cylinder?
When sizing this 16 mm bore, stepping down to the Ø12 variant drops the 0.5 MPa push force to 56.5 N, while moving up to the Ø20 bore increases it to 157.0 N. The 95 mm stroke is well within the 500 mm maximum, though long strokes invite rod-bending under side loads, so use a guide to prevent premature seal wear. The U back cover orients the supply lines 90 degrees for tight cabinet routing.
This base MI relies on air to both extend and retract, so if the valve centres or pressure drops, the piston will drift and cannot hold a load. The TPU pads only decelerate the end of travel rather than acting as a brake. For vertical or suspended loads that must resist gravity during air loss, add 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 MI16X95SU FAQ
At 0.5 MPa it provides 100.5 N push and 86.4 N pull. At 0.7 MPa it provides 140.7 N push and 120.9 N pull, with a theoretical maximum of 20.5 kgf at 1.0 MPa. It uses a 1/8" air port, a Ø6 mm rod, and an M6x1.0 male rod thread.
Yes, the -S suffix means it has a built-in piston magnet compatible with CMSG, DMSG, and EMSG switches. The U back cover orients the air ports 90 degrees for compact installations, and the body uses ISO 6432 mounting dimensions for standard brackets.
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