Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI20X10CA
The AirTAC Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI20X10CA is a genuine double acting round-body mini air cylinder with a Ø20mm bore and 10mm 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.
- BoreØ20 mm
- Stroke10 mm
- Port size1/8"
- Acting typeDouble acting
- Rod threadM8×1.25
- CushionFixed TPU bumper pads
About the Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI20X10CA
Delivering 157 N of push force at 0.5 MPa, this double-acting stainless-steel round-body mini cylinder handles brief 10 mm strokes with precision. The riveted barrel and rod shrug off mild corrosion, outlasting painted alternatives in damp production areas. Its 1/8" port feeds the 8 mm rod to generate a safe working load of roughly 94 N, letting you lift about 8 kg vertically with a 2:1 margin.
Built to ISO 6432 mounting dimensions, the body drops directly into standard mini-cylinder brackets. The CA rear pivot cover suits articulated mechanisms, while fixed TPU bumper pads absorb the end-of-stroke impact. Note this SKU lacks a magnet, so it cannot host CMSG or DMSG sensors without switching to an -S version.
Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI20X10CA Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI20X10CA |
|---|---|
| Series | MI ISO 6432 mini cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø20 mm |
| Stroke | 10 mm |
| Acting type | Double acting |
| Port size | 1/8" |
| Rod thread | M8×1.25 |
| 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 (Ø20mm)
| Pressure | Push force | Pull force |
|---|---|---|
| 0.5 MPa | 157 N | 132 N |
| 0.7 MPa | 220 N | 185 N |
| Max (@1.0 MPa) | 32 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 MI20X10CA
| MI | ISO 6432 round-body mini cylinder (double-acting). |
|---|---|
| 20 | Bore size in mm. |
| ×10 | 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 MI20X10CA Is Used
Clamp Actuation
Snaps a 10 mm jaw closed on small aluminium extrusions, using the 157 N push force to secure parts for a drilling operation.
Valve Diverter
Pivots a CA rear-mounted linkage to nudge a powder hopper gate between two fixed process lanes in a packaging line.
Part Ejection
Briskly kicks stamped metal blanks off a die bed, relying on the stainless build to endure light coolant splash.
Is the Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI20X10CA the Right Cylinder?
For lighter duties, the Ø16 bore offers 100.5 N push at 0.5 MPa, whereas stepping up to the Ø25 bore yields 245.3 N if your mechanism needs more torque. The 10 mm stroke is highly compact, minimizing rod bending risks, but remember that venting the air causes the piston to drift. To prevent a suspended load from dropping, install an external rod lock or a pilot-operated check valve. Choose LB foot or TC trunnion brackets to suit your frame.
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 MI20X10CA FAQ
At 0.5 MPa it provides 157 N push and 131.9 N pull. At 0.7 MPa it provides 219.8 N push and 184.7 N pull. The theoretical maximum force is 32 kgf at 1.0 MPa, and the air port is 1/8".
No, this specific SKU lacks a piston magnet, so CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG switches will not function. You must select the -S magnet variant for position sensing. It features fixed TPU bumper pads for deceleration, not an adjustable air cushion.
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