Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI20X10CM
The AirTAC Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI20X10CM 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 MI20X10CM
Delivering 157 N of push force at 0.5 MPa, the AirTAC MI20X10CM is a compact 20 mm bore double-acting mini cylinder built for tight spaces. Its 10 mm stroke provides rapid, short linear motion. The stainless-steel round barrel and piston rod resist mild corrosion, giving it a real edge over painted-steel alternatives in damp or washdown environments. A CM round end cover completes the rear assembly.
Because the 0.5 MPa push rating is 157 N, plan for a safe working load of about 94 N to account for friction and real-world dynamics. This translates to lifting an 8 kg part vertically with a 2:1 safety margin. The 1/8" port feeds air to both chambers, and fixed TPU bumper pads absorb the impact at stroke ends. Note that this SKU lacks a magnet, so it cannot accept CMSG, DMSG or EMSG sensors without switching to an -S variant.
Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI20X10CM Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI20X10CM |
|---|---|
| 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 MI20X10CM
| 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 MI20X10CM Is Used
Short-Stroke Part Clamping
Uses the 10 mm stroke to rapidly secure aluminium machined parts inside a CNC fixture, utilising the 157 N push force for a firm grip.
Carton Flap Folding
Deploys the 8 kg vertical lift capacity to fold small corrugated cardboard flaps on a packaging line prior to sealing.
Diverter Gate Actuation
Leverages the stainless-steel construction to actuate a short diverter gate on a washdown conveyor, resisting mild moisture corrosion.
Is the Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI20X10CM the Right Cylinder?
When sizing this 20 mm bore, compare your actual load against the 131.9 N pull force at 0.5 MPa. If you need less power, the 16 mm bore offers 100.5 N push, while stepping up to the 25 mm bore yields 245.3 N push. The 10 mm stroke is highly rigid against buckling, but remember that a plain cylinder drifts if air pressure drops or the valve is centred—the TPU bumpers only decelerate the stroke end and act as neither a lock nor a brake. For suspended loads, install an external rod lock or a pilot-operated check valve. This model uses the ISO 6432 mounting interface, so it drops directly into standard mini-cylinder brackets and clevises.
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 MI20X10CM FAQ
This 20 mm bore cylinder has a 1/8" air port. It generates 157 N push and 131.9 N pull at 0.5 MPa, 219.8 N push and 184.7 N pull at 0.7 MPa, with a theoretical maximum of 32 kgf at 1.0 MPa.
No, this specific SKU does not include a magnet, so CMSG, DMSG or EMSG switches will not function. You must select the -S magnet variant for position sensing. It uses the ISO 6432 mounting interface and fixed TPU bumper pads rather than an adjustable air cushion.
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