Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI20X10SCA
The AirTAC Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI20X10SCA 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 MI20X10SCA
Delivering 157 N of push force at 0.5 MPa, this double-acting stainless-steel round-body mini cylinder handles short 10 mm strokes with precision. The riveted stainless barrel and rod resist mild corrosion, outperforming painted alternatives in damp environments. Because the bore is Ø20, it uses the ISO 6432 mounting interface, dropping directly into standard mini-cylinder brackets.
Fitted with a CA pivot clevis, it is built for compact articulating mechanisms. The integrated -S piston magnet supports CMSG, DMSG and EMSG switches for position sensing. For real work at 0.5 MPa, plan for roughly 94 N of usable load, which means it can safely lift about 8 kg vertically with a 2:1 safety margin. Air connects via a 1/8 inch port.
Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI20X10SCA Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI20X10SCA |
|---|---|
| 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 MI20X10SCA
| 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 MI20X10SCA Is Used
Clamp Actuation
Drives short-stroke clamping jaws on small machining fixtures, using its 157 N push force to secure light aluminium components during milling.
Diverter Gate
Pivots a short diverting flap on a packaging line via its CA clevis, relying on the stainless build to withstand washdown cycles.
Part Ejection
Ejects small moulded plastic parts from an assembly die, where the 10 mm stroke and 8 kg vertical lift capacity provide fast, compact ejection.
Is the Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI20X10SCA the Right Cylinder?
When sizing this actuator, the Ø16 bore offers a lighter 100.5 N push, while stepping up to Ø25 provides 245.3 N if your mechanism needs more authority. This 10 mm stroke keeps the rod extension minimal, drastically reducing side-load and rod-bending risks compared to longer versions. The CA rear clevis accommodates pivoting loads, but remember that a plain cylinder drifts when air is lost or the valve is centred. The fixed TPU bumper pads only decelerate the stroke end; they do not act as a lock, so add an external pilot check valve if the load must be held.
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 MI20X10SCA FAQ
This Ø20 mm bore cylinder has a 1/8 inch 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.
Yes, the -S suffix means it has a piston magnet for CMSG, DMSG or EMSG switches. It has fixed TPU bumper pads that decelerate the stroke end but do not act as an adjustable air cushion or a load-holding brake.
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