Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI20X60CA
The AirTAC Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI20X60CA is a genuine double acting round-body mini air cylinder with a Ø20mm bore and 60mm 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
- Stroke60 mm
- Port size1/8"
- Acting typeDouble acting
- Rod threadM8×1.25
- CushionFixed TPU bumper pads
About the Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI20X60CA
Delivering 157 N of push force at 0.5 MPa, this double-acting stainless-steel round-body mini cylinder handles a 60 mm stroke with a CA pivot clevis. The 1/8 inch port supplies the Ø8 mm rod, and the riveted stainless barrel shrugs off mild corrosion better than painted alternatives in damp production areas. Fixed TPU bumper pads absorb end-of-stroke impact without the complexity of adjustable cushioning.
Because it conforms to the ISO 6432 mounting interface, the body drops directly into standard mini-cylinder brackets. Plan for a real work rate of roughly 94 N, or lifting about 8 kg vertically with a 2:1 safety margin. Note that this specific SKU lacks a magnet, so it cannot host CMSG, DMSG or EMSG sensors without upgrading to the -S version.
Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI20X60CA Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI20X60CA |
|---|---|
| Series | MI ISO 6432 mini cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø20 mm |
| Stroke | 60 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 MI20X60CA
| MI | ISO 6432 round-body mini cylinder (double-acting). |
|---|---|
| 20 | Bore size in mm. |
| ×60 | 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 MI20X60CA Is Used
Package Diverter Arm
Pivots a guide rail using the CA clevis to sort medium-weight cartons on a packaging line, utilising the 157 N push force to deflect items smoothly.
Pouch Sealing Press
Closes a lightweight sealing jaw over flexible film pouches, where the 60 mm stroke and fixed TPU bumpers provide consistent, low-impact clamping.
Textile Loom Tensioner
Adjusts a yarn tensioning idler in a damp textile environment, relying on the stainless steel barrel to resist humidity while maintaining steady pressure.
Is the Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI20X60CA the Right Cylinder?
When sizing this 20 mm bore, the smaller Ø16 generates 100.5 N of push at 0.5 MPa, while stepping up to the Ø25 yields 245.3 N. Choose the 20 mm bore when your load sits right in that mid-range sweet spot. The included CA rear clevis is ideal for pivoting loads, and you can pair it with LB foot, FA flange or TC trunnion brackets using the ISO 6432 dimensions.
Remember that the fixed TPU bumpers only decelerate the piston near the stroke ends; they do not act as a brake. If your pivot load must remain suspended during a loss of air pressure or valve centring, the piston will drift. Install an external rod lock or a pilot-operated check valve to hold the position securely.
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 MI20X60CA FAQ
At 0.5 MPa it provides 157 N push and 131.9 N pull. At 0.7 MPa it provides 219.8 N push and 184.7 N pull. The theoretical maximum force is 32 kgf at 1.0 MPa. The air port size is 1/8 inch.
No, this specific SKU does not include a magnet, so it cannot accept CMSG, DMSG or EMSG switches. You would need the -S variant for position sensing. It uses fixed TPU bumper pads rather than an adjustable air cushion.
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