Airtac MI8~12 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI12X125CA
The AirTAC Airtac MI8~12 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI12X125CA is a genuine double acting round-body mini air cylinder with a Ø12mm 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.
- BoreØ12 mm
- Stroke125 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 MI12X125CA
Generating 56.5 N of push force at 0.5 MPa, this double-acting stainless-steel mini cylinder handles compact automation with ease. The Ø12 mm bore uses an M5x0.8 air port and an M6x1.0 male rod thread. Its riveted round body shrugs off mild corrosion, outlasting painted alternatives in damp workspaces. Built-in fixed TPU bumper pads absorb stroke-end impact without the complexity of adjustable cushioning.
For practical sizing, plan for a safe working load of roughly 34 N, which is about 60 percent of the 0.5 MPa rating. This equates to lifting a 2.9 kg part vertically with a safe 2:1 margin. The CA rear cover provides a pivot clevis for articulated mounting, while the standard ISO 6432 mounting dimensions ensure it drops right into common mini-cylinder brackets.
Airtac MI8~12 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI12X125CA Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MI8~12 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI12X125CA |
|---|---|
| Series | MI ISO 6432 mini cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø12 mm |
| Stroke | 125 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 MI12X125CA
| MI | ISO 6432 round-body mini cylinder (double-acting). |
|---|---|
| 12 | 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.
Where the Airtac MI8~12 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI12X125CA Is Used
Textile Loom Guide
Actuates a lightweight thread guide arm with its 56.5 N push force and 125 mm stroke, utilizing the CA clevis to maintain smooth pivot alignment.
Carton Flap Folder
Folds small cardboard flaps on a packaging line, where the stainless steel barrel resists humidity and washdown spray better than standard painted bodies.
Lab Sample Ejector
Pushes prepared sample trays out of a testing station, safely moving loads under 2.9 kg vertically without drifting when the valve centers.
Is the Airtac MI8~12 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI12X125CA the Right Cylinder?
When sizing this model, consider the neighboring bores: the smaller Ø8 generates 25.1 N of push, whereas the larger Ø16 offers 100.5 N at 0.5 MPa. This 125 mm stroke sits well within the 250 mm maximum for the bore, but at this length you should watch for side loads to prevent rod bending. Because this SKU lacks the -S magnet, it cannot accept CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG position switches. Additionally, the fixed TPU bumpers only decelerate the end of travel; they will not hold a load if air pressure drops, so add an external rod lock or pilot check valve for vertical positioning.
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 MI12X125CA FAQ
This double-acting cylinder delivers a push of 56.5 N and a pull of 42.4 N at 0.5 MPa. At 0.7 MPa, push is 79.1 N and pull is 59.4 N. The theoretical maximum force is 11.5 kgf at 1.0 MPa. It features an M5x0.8 air port and a 125 mm stroke.
No, this specific SKU does not include a magnet, so it cannot accept CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG switches. You would need the -S variant for sensing. It features a CA pivot clevis rear cover and conforms to ISO 6432 mounting dimensions for easy bracket integration.
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