Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI20X200CA
The AirTAC Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI20X200CA is a genuine double acting round-body mini air cylinder with a Ø20mm bore and 200mm 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
- Stroke200 mm
- Port size1/8"
- Acting typeDouble acting
- Rod threadM8×1.25
- CushionFixed TPU bumper pads
About the Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI20X200CA
Delivering 157 N of push force at 0.5 MPa, this double-acting stainless-steel round-body mini cylinder handles a 200 mm stroke with ease. 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. Fixed TPU bumper pads absorb the impact at stroke extremes without offering adjustable cushioning.
Because the 157 N rating is theoretical, plan for a real work load of about 94 N to maintain efficiency. This translates to lifting roughly 8 kg vertically with a safe 2:1 margin. The CA back cover provides a rear pivot point for clevis mounting, and since this specific SKU lacks the -S magnet, it cannot accept CMSG, DMSG or EMSG position switches.
Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI20X200CA Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI20X200CA |
|---|---|
| Series | MI ISO 6432 mini cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø20 mm |
| Stroke | 200 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 MI20X200CA
| MI | ISO 6432 round-body mini cylinder (double-acting). |
|---|---|
| 20 | Bore size in mm. |
| ×200 | 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 MI20X200CA Is Used
Package Diverter Arm
Pivots a diverter gate on a packaging line using the CA clevis, relying on the 157 N push force to redirect parcels smoothly.
Pallet Wrapper Gate
Operates an entry gate in a humid warehouse where the stainless-steel construction prevents mild corrosion from ambient moisture.
Textile Loom Tensioner
Moves a tensioning guide through a 200 mm travel distance, absorbing end-of-stroke impacts via the fixed TPU bumper pads.
Is the Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI20X200CA the Right Cylinder?
If your task requires less push, the Ø16 bore offers 100.5 N at 0.5 MPa, whereas stepping up to the Ø25 bore yields 245.3 N for heavier demands. The 200 mm stroke is well within the 500 mm maximum for this bore, but at extended lengths you should watch for side-loading and rod-bending forces. The CA rear clevis is ideal for pivoting loads, but remember that a plain cylinder drifts if air pressure drops or the valve is centred; the TPU bumpers only decelerate the end of stroke and will not lock the load. Use an external rod lock or pilot check valve for secure holding. For position feedback, select the -S magnet version to enable sensing.
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 MI20X200CA FAQ
This Ø20 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 of 32 kgf at 1.0 MPa.
No, this specific SKU does not include a magnet, so it cannot accept CMSG, DMSG or EMSG switches. You must select the -S variant (MI20X200CA-S) if you require position sensing. It uses the ISO 6432 mounting interface for standard brackets.
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