
The AirTAC Airtac MI25~40 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI25X260SCA is a genuine double acting round-body mini air cylinder with a Ø25mm bore and 260mm 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 demanding 260 mm linear movements. The Ø25 mm bore conforms to ISO 6432 mounting dimensions, dropping directly into standard mini-cylinder brackets and clevises. Its riveted stainless barrel and Ø10 mm rod resist mild corrosion and washdown, offering a real edge over painted-steel alternatives in damp environments. A built-in magnet (-S) supports CMSG, DMSG and EMSG position switches.
Equipped with fixed TPU bumper pads to decelerate the stroke end, the unit operates at 30-800 mm/s. For real-world sizing, plan for roughly 147 N of usable work at 0.5 MPa, which translates to lifting about 12.5 kg vertically with a 2:1 safety margin. The 1/8" port and M10x1.25 male rod thread ensure robust pneumatic and mechanical connections for this CA clevis-mounted actuator.
| Model | Airtac MI25~40 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI25X260SCA |
|---|---|
| Series | MI ISO 6432 mini cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø25 mm |
| Stroke | 260 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. |
| ×260 | 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.
Actuates a heavy routing flap on a packaging line, using the 245.3 N thrust to push assorted cartons cleanly into secondary lanes.
Drives a 260 mm lifting lever to position empty pallets, leveraging the CA clevis mount to accommodate the pivot arc.
Maintains consistent fabric tension in humid dye-house conditions, where the stainless steel rod prevents mild corrosion.
When sizing this 245.3 N (0.5 MPa) unit, stepping down to a Ø20 bore yields 157.0 N, while stepping up to a Ø32 bore provides 402.2 N. This model includes a CA rear pivot cover for clevis mounting, ideal for angular load alignment. Because the standard MI lacks an adjustable air cushion, rely on the fixed TPU bumpers for end-of-stroke deceleration. The 260 mm stroke is within the 500 mm standard limit, though long strokes require careful alignment to prevent rod bending and side-load wear.
Note that a plain double-acting cylinder drifts when air is lost or the valve is centred; the bumpers only soften the impact, they do not act as a brake. To suspend a vertical load safely, integrate an external rod lock or a pilot-operated check valve into your circuit. The -S magnet enables electronic or reed sensor tracking along the body.
Quick checklist
At 0.5 MPa it provides 245.3 N push and 206.1 N pull. At 0.7 MPa it provides 343.4 N push and 288.5 N pull. The theoretical maximum force is 50 kgf at 1.0 MPa. The air port is 1/8" and the male rod thread is M10x1.25.
The CA designation means it has a rear pivot/clevis cover for articulated mounting. It cannot hold a load vertically on its own; air loss causes the piston to drift, as the fixed TPU bumper pads only decelerate the stroke end and do not function as a lock. Use a pilot check valve for load holding.
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