
The AirTAC Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI20X60SUTC 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.
Generating 157 N of push force at 0.5 MPa, this double-acting stainless-steel round-body mini cylinder handles robust 60 mm strokes. The Ø20 mm bore features a 1/8" air port and an M8x1.25 male rod thread, integrating smoothly into existing pneumatics. Its stainless barrel and rod resist mild corrosion, giving it a distinct edge over painted alternatives in damp or washdown settings.
Equipped with a built-in piston magnet (-S), it supports CMSG, DMSG, and EMSG switches for precise position detection. For practical sizing, plan for a safe working load of roughly 94 N, which means it can comfortably lift about 8 kg vertically with a 2:1 safety margin. Fixed TPU bumper pads absorb the impact at stroke ends, while the TC trunnion and U 90-degree back cover offer versatile mounting orientations.
| Model | Airtac MI16-20 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI20X60SUTC |
|---|---|
| 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.
| 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.
| 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.
Pushes lightweight cardboard cartons on a packaging line using its 157 N thrust and 60 mm travel distance.
Ejects plastic sample trays from testing equipment, relying on the stainless build to resist chemical splashes.
Lightly seats bearings or pins into housings, utilizing the 8 kg safe vertical lift capacity safely.
When sizing this 60 mm stroke unit, consider the neighbouring bores: the Ø16 generates 100.5 N of push at 0.5 MPa, whereas the Ø25 steps up to 245.3 N. If your application loses air or the valve centres, this cylinder will drift and cannot hold a load—the fixed TPU pads only decelerate the stroke end, so add an external rod lock or pilot check valve for secure positioning. The TC trunnion mount pairs with the U back cover to handle pivoting loads, and you must specify the -S magnet option to use reed or electronic sensors.
Quick checklist
This double-acting cylinder delivers 157 N push and 131.9 N pull at 0.5 MPa, increasing to 219.8 N push and 184.7 N pull at 0.7 MPa. The theoretical maximum force is 32 kgf at 1.0 MPa, and it uses a 1/8" air port.
No, it uses fixed TPU bumper pads that merely decelerate the piston at the stroke end rather than providing adjustable air cushioning. Additionally, it cannot hold a load if air pressure is lost; you will need an external rod lock or pilot check valve for position holding.
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