Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI20X60SUFA
The AirTAC Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI20X60SUFA 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 MI20X60SUFA
Delivering 157 N of push force at 0.5 MPa, this double-acting stainless-steel round-body mini cylinder handles robust linear motion. The Ø20 mm bore operates on a 1/8" port and features a Ø8 mm piston rod with an M8x1.25 male thread. Its riveted stainless barrel and rod resist mild corrosion, giving it a real edge over painted alternatives in damp or washdown settings. Fixed TPU bumper pads absorb stroke-end impact to protect the mechanism.
The built-in piston magnet allows seamless integration with CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG switches for position sensing. Dropping into standard brackets via its ISO 6432 mounting interface, it simplifies spares and design. For practical sizing, plan for about 94 N of real work at 0.5 MPa, which means it lifts about 8 kg vertically with a 2:1 safety margin.
Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI20X60SUFA Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI20X60SUFA |
|---|---|
| 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 MI20X60SUFA
| 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 MI20X60SUFA Is Used
Packaging Diverter
Pushes lightweight cardboard cartons on a packaging line using 157 N of thrust, with the stainless build surviving occasional washdowns.
Textile Loom Guide
Shifts a yarn guide back and forth across a 60 mm span, relying on the 1/8" port for rapid cycling within the 30-800 mm/s range.
Bin Lid Actuator
Lifts a small access hatch weighing roughly 8 kg vertically, using the FA flange to secure the body while the U cover handles rear pivoting.
Is the Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI20X60SUFA the Right Cylinder?
When sizing this 60 mm stroke unit, compare it against its neighbours: the smaller Ø16 bore yields 100.5 N of push at 0.5 MPa, while the larger Ø25 bore provides 245.3 N. This model includes a U 90-degree back cover and an FA flange for versatile mounting. Because it relies on fixed TPU pads rather than an adjustable cushion, consider the MIC variant if your application requires variable end-deceleration.
Remember that a standard double-acting cylinder drifts when air is lost or the valve centres. The bumper pads only decelerate the stroke end and do not act as a brake. To suspend a load securely, install an external rod lock or a pilot-operated check valve in the air circuit.
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 MI20X60SUFA FAQ
This Ø20 mm bore cylinder uses a 1/8" 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.
No, the piston drifts if air pressure drops, as the fixed TPU pads only decelerate the stroke end rather than locking the rod. Use an external rod lock for holding. Because this SKU includes the -S magnet, it supports CMSG, DMSG, and EMSG switches.
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