
The AirTAC Airtac MI25~40 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI25X180CA is a genuine double acting round-body mini air cylinder with a Ø25mm bore and 180mm 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.
Delivering 245.3 N of push force at 0.5 MPa, this double-acting stainless-steel round-body mini cylinder handles substantial work within a compact footprint. The riveted stainless barrel and Ø10 mm rod naturally resist mild corrosion, giving it a real edge over painted alternatives in damp or washdown settings. Because it lacks the -S suffix, this specific SKU cannot host a magnetic sensor; you would need the -S variant to use CMSG, DMSG or EMSG switches.
At 0.5 MPa you can plan for roughly 147 N of actual work, which translates to lifting a 12.5 kg mass vertically with a safe 2:1 margin. The 180 mm stroke is well within the 500 mm maximum for this bore, and the rear CA pivot cover allows straightforward clevis mounting. Fixed TPU bumper pads absorb the impact at stroke extremes without offering adjustable cushioning.
| Model | Airtac MI25~40 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI25X180CA |
|---|---|
| Series | MI ISO 6432 mini cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø25 mm |
| Stroke | 180 mm |
| Acting type | Double acting |
| Port size | 1/8" |
| Rod thread | M10×1.25 |
| 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 | 245 N | 206 N |
| 0.7 MPa | 344 N | 289 N |
| Max (@1.0 MPa) | 50 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). |
|---|---|
| 25 | Bore size in mm. |
| ×180 | 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.
Uses the CA clevis to pivot a gating arm on a packaging line, relying on the 245.3 N thrust to push heavy cartons laterally at 0.5 MPa.
The stainless steel construction survives mildly corrosive damp environments, actuating a rinse cover over 180 mm without rusting.
Provides consistent pulling force of 206.1 N at 0.5 MPa to maintain fabric tension, with TPU pads softening the rapid stroke ends.
When sizing this 25 mm bore, stepping down to a 20 mm cylinder drops the 0.5 MPa push force to 157.0 N, while moving up to a 32 mm bore raises it to 402.2 N. This model occupies a strong middle ground for moderate loads. The CA rear pivot cover is ideal for articulating mechanisms, and standard LB foot, FA flange, SDB pivot, and TC trunnion brackets fit the ISO 6432 mounting dimensions.
Remember that venting the air causes the piston to drift, as the fixed bumpers only decelerate the end of travel rather than locking the rod. To suspend a load safely, integrate an external rod lock or a pilot-operated check valve. Furthermore, the 180 mm stroke demands careful alignment to prevent rod bending under side loads.
Quick checklist
This 25 mm bore cylinder features a 1/8" air port and an M10x1.25 male rod thread. The double-acting thrust is 245.3 N push and 206.1 N pull at 0.5 MPa, increasing to 343.4 N push and 288.5 N pull at 0.7 MPa. The theoretical maximum force is 50 kgf at 1.0 MPa.
No, because this SKU lacks the -S suffix it does not contain a piston magnet and cannot accept CMSG, DMSG or EMSG switches. You must select the -S magnet variant for position sensing. It uses the ISO 6432 mounting interface and includes a CA rear clevis cover for pivoting mounts.
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