Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI20X600CA
The AirTAC Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI20X600CA is a genuine double acting round-body mini air cylinder with a Ø20mm bore and 600mm 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
- Stroke600 mm
- Port size1/8"
- Acting typeDouble acting
- Rod threadM8×1.25
- CushionFixed TPU bumper pads
About the Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI20X600CA
Delivering 157 N of push force at 0.5 MPa, this double-acting stainless-steel round-body mini cylinder handles robust linear motion tasks. The Ø20 mm bore uses a 1/8" port and an M8x1.25 male rod thread. Because the 600 mm stroke exceeds the 500 mm standard maximum for this bore, it is supplied as a non-standard, made-to-order unit.
The stainless-steel barrel and rod naturally resist mild corrosion, giving it a real edge over painted alternatives in damp or washdown settings. Its riveted construction incorporates fixed TPU bumper pads to decelerate the piston at stroke ends. Plan for roughly 94 N of actual work at 0.5 MPa, which translates to lifting about 8 kg vertically with a 2:1 safety margin.
Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI20X600CA Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI20X600CA |
|---|---|
| Series | MI ISO 6432 mini cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø20 mm |
| Stroke | 600 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 MI20X600CA
| MI | ISO 6432 round-body mini cylinder (double-acting). |
|---|---|
| 20 | Bore size in mm. |
| ×600 | 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 MI20X600CA Is Used
Packaging Line Diverter
Pushes medium-weight cartons on a packaging conveyor, utilizing the 157 N push force to reliably redirect items at high cycling speeds.
Textile Press Mechanism
Operates a long-travel pressing bed in a textile finishing machine, where the CA clevis mount accommodates the articulating drive linkage.
Lab Sample Dispenser
Moves fluid handling probes across a 600 mm wash station, benefiting from the stainless steel construction in a humid laboratory environment.
Is the Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI20X600CA the Right Cylinder?
When sizing this actuator, the adjacent Ø16 bore provides 100.5 N of push at 0.5 MPa, while stepping up to the Ø25 bore yields 245.3 N. This Ø20 model fits neatly in the middle for medium-force jobs. It features a CA rear pivot cover for clevis mounting, and because this specific SKU lacks the -S magnet, it cannot accept CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG position switches.
Remember that a standard double-acting cylinder drifts if air pressure drops or the valve is centered; the TPU bumpers only soften the end-of-stroke impact and do not function as a braking lock. For secure vertical load holding, integrate an external pilot-operated check valve. Furthermore, the extended 600 mm travel demands careful guidance to prevent rod bending and premature seal wear under side loads.
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 MI20X600CA FAQ
This Ø20 mm bore cylinder features a 1/8" air 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 does not include the -S magnet option, so it cannot accept CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG reed switches. You would need the -S variant to enable magnetic sensing. The unit also relies on fixed TPU bumper pads for end deceleration rather than an adjustable air cushion.
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