
The AirTAC Airtac MI25~40 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI32X160SR is a genuine double acting round-body mini air cylinder with a Ø32mm bore and 160mm stroke, 1/8" air ports and a stainless-steel barrel and rod for mildly corrosive environments.
Delivering 402.2 N of push force at 0.5 MPa, this double-acting round-body mini cylinder handles demanding actuation tasks. The stainless-steel barrel and piston rod supply mild corrosion resistance, making it well-suited for damp or washdown environments where painted alternatives degrade. A built-in piston magnet (-S) enables position sensing with CMSG, DMSG or EMSG switches, while the R back cover provides an axial-in port orientation for tight spatial constraints. Fixed TPU bumper pads absorb stroke-end impacts to protect the mechanism.
With a 160 mm stroke and a 1/8" air port, this riveted construction actuator is designed for substantial travel. For practical sizing, plan for a safe working load of roughly 241 N, which is about 60 percent of the 0.5 MPa push rating. In a vertical lift setup, this translates to hoisting approximately 20.5 kg safely with a two-to-one margin, ensuring the cylinder moves real part weights without overstressing.
| Model | Airtac MI25~40 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI32X160SR |
|---|---|
| Series | MI mini cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø32 mm |
| Stroke | 160 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. Note: the Ø32 bore is a larger, non-ISO-6432 size.
| Pressure | Push force | Pull force |
|---|---|---|
| 0.5 MPa | 402 N | 346 N |
| 0.7 MPa | 563 N | 484 N |
| Max (@1.0 MPa) | 82 kgf | |
Actual usable force is lower than theoretical due to friction and back-pressure. Size with a safety margin.
| MI | round-body mini cylinder (double-acting). |
|---|---|
| 32 | Bore size in mm. |
| ×160 | 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 routing flap on a logistics sorting line, using the 402.2 N push force to reliably redirect heavy cartons at high speeds.
Raises lightweight metal stampings in a transfer press, safely lifting components up to 20.5 kg with a two-to-one safety margin.
Secures automotive housings during machining operations, leveraging the 160 mm stroke to clear the work zone completely before tool engagement.
When sizing this 32 mm bore actuator, compare it against its neighbours: a 25 mm bore provides 245.3 N of push at 0.5 MPa, while stepping up to a 40 mm bore yields 628.3 N. This model hits a strong middle ground for medium-force automation. The 160 mm stroke is well within the 500 mm maximum standard limit, but at this length side-load forces can induce rod bending, so ensure proper load alignment or use a guide rail. Because the R back cover features an axial-in port, verify your manifold orientation matches this layout.
Note that a standard double-acting cylinder drifts when air pressure is lost or the directional valve is centred, as the fixed TPU bumpers only decelerate the stroke end and do not function as a mechanical brake. If your application requires strict position holding under load loss, integrate an external rod lock or a pilot-operated check valve into the pneumatic circuit.
Quick checklist
This 32 mm bore cylinder features a 1/8" air port and a Ø12 mm piston rod. It generates 402.2 N push and 345.6 N pull at 0.5 MPa, increasing to 563 N push and 483.8 N pull at 0.7 MPa. The theoretical maximum force is 82 kgf at 1.0 MPa.
No, the piston will drift if air is lost or the valve is centred. The fixed TPU bumper pads only decelerate the stroke end and do not act as a locking brake. For vertical load holding, you must install an external rod lock or a pilot-operated check valve.
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