Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI20X160CA
The AirTAC Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI20X160CA is a genuine double acting round-body mini air cylinder with a Ø20mm bore and 160mm 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
- Stroke160 mm
- Port size1/8"
- Acting typeDouble acting
- Rod threadM8×1.25
- CushionFixed TPU bumper pads
About the Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI20X160CA
Delivering 157 N of push force at 0.5 MPa, this double-acting stainless-steel round-body mini cylinder handles robust actuation tasks. The Ø20 mm bore uses a 1/8" port and an M8x1.25 male rod thread. Its stainless barrel and rod resist mild corrosion, giving it a real edge over painted alternatives in damp or washdown environments. Built with fixed TPU bumper pads to decelerate the stroke end, the riveted body remains compact. Because it lacks the -S magnet, this specific SKU cannot host CMSG, DMSG or EMSG sensors.
For practical sizing, plan for about 94 N of real work at 0.5 MPa, which means it lifts roughly 8 kg vertically with a 2:1 safety margin. The 160 mm stroke operates at speeds of 30-800 mm/s. It conforms to the ISO 6432 mounting interface for bores Ø8-Ø25, dropping directly into standard mini-cylinder brackets and clevises.
Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI20X160CA Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI20X160CA |
|---|---|
| Series | MI ISO 6432 mini cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø20 mm |
| Stroke | 160 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 MI20X160CA
| MI | ISO 6432 round-body mini cylinder (double-acting). |
|---|---|
| 20 | Bore size in mm. |
| ×160 | 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 MI20X160CA Is Used
Package Diverter Gate
Pushes lightweight cardboard cartons on a packaging line using 157 N of thrust, with the stainless build surviving humid packing rooms.
Small Press Ejection
Ejects stamped small parts from a press bed, utilizing the 160 mm stroke to clear the tooling area completely before the next cycle.
Bin Lid Actuation
Opens and closes access hatches on material bins, where the CA clevis mount accommodates the pivot arc without binding.
Is the Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI20X160CA the Right Cylinder?
When sizing this 20 mm bore, the smaller 16 mm option yields 100.5 N of push at 0.5 MPa, while the larger 25 mm bore provides 245.3 N. If your application needs position holding, remember a plain cylinder drifts when air is lost or the valve is centred; the bumpers only soften the stroke end, so add an external rod lock or pilot check valve for secure load holding. The CA rear pivot cover suits angular movement, and you can pair it with LB foot, FA flange, SDB pivot or TC trunnion mounts. For the 160 mm stroke, mind potential side-loading and rod-bending forces to prevent premature seal wear.
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 MI20X160CA FAQ
This 20 mm bore cylinder features a 1/8" port and an M8x1.25 male rod thread. 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 force of 32 kgf at 1.0 MPa.
No, this specific SKU lacks the internal magnet required for switches. You must select the -S variant (with magnet) to use CMSG, DMSG or EMSG sensors. It does, however, use the ISO 6432 mounting interface for standard brackets.
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