
The AirTAC Airtac MI8~12 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI10X125U is a genuine double acting round-body mini air cylinder with a Ø10mm bore and 125mm stroke, M5×0.8 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 39.3 N of push force at 0.5 MPa, this double-acting stainless-steel round-body mini cylinder handles light actuation with a 125 mm stroke. The Ø10 mm bore uses an M5x0.8 port and an M4x0.7 male rod thread. Its stainless barrel and piston rod resist mild corrosion, giving it an edge over painted alternatives in damp processing areas. Fixed TPU bumper pads absorb the impact at stroke extremes without offering adjustable cushioning.
Because the 39.3 N rating represents an ideal maximum, plan for a real working load of roughly 24 N to maintain smooth operation. Vertically, this translates to lifting about 2 kg safely when applying a 2:1 margin. This SKU lacks a magnet, so it cannot host CMSG, DMSG or EMSG sensors; adding an -S variant enables that switch capability.
| Model | Airtac MI8~12 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI10X125U |
|---|---|
| Series | MI ISO 6432 mini cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø10 mm |
| Stroke | 125 mm |
| Acting type | Double acting |
| Port size | M5×0.8 |
| Rod thread | M4×0.7 |
| 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 200 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 | 39 N | 33 N |
| 0.7 MPa | 55 N | 46 N |
| Max (@1.0 MPa) | 8 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). |
|---|---|
| 10 | Bore size in mm. |
| ×125 | 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 delicate printed circuit boards out of test fixtures using a safe 24 N working load, preventing damage to surface-mounted components.
Actuates a lightweight flap on a packaging line to sort small plastic housings, utilising the 90-degree U cover for horizontal mounting.
Ejects vial racks from analytical equipment in humid laboratory environments where the stainless-steel barrel prevents mild corrosion.
When sizing this 10 mm bore, dropping down to the Ø8 model reduces the push force to 25.1 N at 0.5 MPa, while stepping up to the Ø12 bore increases it to 56.5 N. This unit features a U-type back cover, orienting the rear port 90 degrees to the body for tight spatial envelopes. It conforms to ISO 6432 mounting dimensions, ensuring it drops directly into standard mini-cylinder clevises and brackets.
Remember that venting the air supply causes the piston to drift, as the standard construction lacks a holding mechanism. The fixed bumpers only decelerate the end-of-stroke impact and never act as a brake, so suspend a load using a pilot-operated check valve or external rod lock. Furthermore, the 125 mm stroke demands careful alignment to prevent side-loading and rod bending.
Quick checklist
This double-acting cylinder uses an M5x0.8 port. It generates 39.3 N push and 33 N pull at 0.5 MPa, 55 N push and 46.1 N pull at 0.7 MPa, with a theoretical maximum of 8 kgf at 1.0 MPa.
No, this specific SKU lacks the internal magnet required for switches. You must select the -S variant to mount CMSG, DMSG or EMSG magnetic sensors. The unit relies on fixed TPU bumper pads for end-of-stroke deceleration rather than an adjustable air cushion.
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