Airtac MI8~12 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI12X10U
The AirTAC Airtac MI8~12 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI12X10U is a genuine double acting round-body mini air cylinder with a Ø12mm bore and 10mm 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.
- BoreØ12 mm
- Stroke10 mm
- Port sizeM5×0.8
- Acting typeDouble acting
- Rod threadM6×1.0
- CushionFixed TPU bumper pads
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About the Airtac MI8~12 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI12X10U
Delivering 56.5 N of push force at 0.5 MPa, this double-acting stainless-steel round-body mini cylinder handles very short 10 mm strokes with precision. The riveted barrel and rod resist mild corrosion, giving it an edge over painted alternatives in damp or washdown settings. Its compact footprint uses the ISO 6432 mounting interface, dropping directly into standard mini-cylinder brackets and clevises for easy design integration.
Equipped with fixed TPU bumper pads to decelerate the stroke end, it operates at speeds of 30-800 mm/s via an M5x0.8 port. Plan for a safe working load of roughly 34 N, which means it can lift about 2.9 kg vertically with a 2:1 safety margin. Note that this specific SKU lacks a magnet, so it cannot host CMSG, DMSG or EMSG sensors without switching to the -S variant.
Airtac MI8~12 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI12X10U Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MI8~12 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI12X10U |
|---|---|
| Series | MI ISO 6432 mini cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø12 mm |
| Stroke | 10 mm |
| Acting type | Double acting |
| Port size | M5×0.8 |
| Rod thread | M6×1.0 |
| 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 250 mm |
Specifications follow the official AirTAC MI/MIC (ISO 6432) datasheet. Barrel & rod: stainless steel (round-body, riveted construction). Thread options: PT (blank) / G.
Theoretical Output Force (Ø12mm)
| Pressure | Push force | Pull force |
|---|---|---|
| 0.5 MPa | 57 N | 42 N |
| 0.7 MPa | 79 N | 59 N |
| Max (@1.0 MPa) | 12 kgf | |
Actual usable force is lower than theoretical due to friction and back-pressure. Size with a safety margin.
Model Code: Airtac MI8~12 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI12X10U
| MI | ISO 6432 round-body mini cylinder (double-acting). |
|---|---|
| 12 | Bore size in mm. |
| ×10 | 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.
Where the Airtac MI8~12 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI12X10U Is Used
Micro-Clamp Actuation
Drives short 10 mm clamping fingers in small electronics assembly jigs, using its 56.5 N push force to hold delicate PCBs without crushing components.
Part Ejection
Provides a rapid 10 mm kick to eject small plastic moulded parts from a machining zone, benefiting from the stainless build in humid shop environments.
Valve Diverting
Shifts a lightweight pneumatic diverter gate in packaging lines, where the 90-degree U cover and ISO 6432 dimensions allow simple clevis mounting.
Is the Airtac MI8~12 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI12X10U the Right Cylinder?
When sizing this 12 mm bore, the smaller Ø8 generates 25.1 N of push at 0.5 MPa, while the larger Ø16 offers 100.5 N, giving you clear scaling options if your force requirements shift. The integrated U back cover provides a 90-degree mounting orientation, which helps route plumbing cleanly in tight spaces. Because this is a very short 10 mm stroke, side-load and rod-bending stresses are minimal, but you should still ensure axial alignment to prevent premature seal wear.
Remember that a plain double-acting cylinder drifts if air pressure drops or the valve is centred; the TPU bumpers only soften the end of travel and do not function as a lock. If your mechanism must hold a load statically, install an external rod lock or a pilot-operated check valve. Furthermore, since this SKU has no internal magnet, position sensing is impossible on this unit.
Quick checklist
- ✓ Required force at your working pressure
- ✓ Stroke and mounting space
- ✓ Port/thread type (PT / G)
- ✓ Magnet (-S) for sensors?
- ✓ Back cover (CA/U/R/CM) & mount (LB/FA/SDB/TC)
Installation & Maintenance Notes
- check Use clean air filtered to 40µm or finer.
- check Keep within 0.15 – 1.0 MPa operating pressure.
- check Avoid side load on the piston rod.
- check Do not dismantle the riveted front/back covers.
- check Use correct back cover (CA/U/R/CM) & mount (LB/FA/SDB/TC).
- check Installation by qualified personnel per AirTAC docs.
Airtac MI8~12 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI12X10U FAQ
This 12 mm bore cylinder features an M5x0.8 port and generates a push force of 56.5 N and a pull force of 42.4 N at 0.5 MPa. At 0.7 MPa, the push increases to 79.1 N and the pull to 59.4 N. The theoretical maximum force is 11.5 kgf at 1.0 MPa.
No, this specific SKU does not include a magnet, so CMSG, DMSG or EMSG switches cannot be used. To enable position sensing, you must select the -S magnet variant. The unit uses fixed TPU bumper pads rather than an adjustable air cushion, and its stainless steel round body conforms to ISO 6432 mounting dimensions.
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