Airtac MI8~12 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI12X160SCA
The AirTAC Airtac MI8~12 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI12X160SCA is a genuine double acting round-body mini air cylinder with a Ø12mm bore and 160mm 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
- Stroke160 mm
- Port sizeM5×0.8
- Acting typeDouble acting
- Rod threadM6×1.0
- CushionFixed TPU bumper pads
- No minimum order. A single piece can be ordered.
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About the Airtac MI8~12 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI12X160SCA
Delivering 56.5 N of push force at 0.5 MPa, this double-acting stainless-steel round-body mini cylinder handles compact actuation with precision. The riveted barrel and rod resist mild corrosion, making it superior to painted alternatives in damp environments. Because the bore is Ø12, it uses the ISO 6432 mounting interface, dropping directly into standard mini-cylinder brackets. The built-in magnet (-S) supports CMSG, DMSG and EMSG sensors for position detection.
At 0.5 MPa, plan for a safe working load of about 34 N rather than the absolute maximum. This translates to lifting roughly 2.9 kg vertically with a 2:1 safety margin. The 160 mm stroke operates at speeds from 30-800 mm/s, relying on fixed TPU bumper pads to decelerate the impact at stroke end. Air connects via an M5x0.8 port, and the CA back cover provides a pivot clevis for articulated mounting.
Airtac MI8~12 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI12X160SCA Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MI8~12 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI12X160SCA |
|---|---|
| Series | MI ISO 6432 mini cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø12 mm |
| Stroke | 160 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 MI12X160SCA
| MI | ISO 6432 round-body mini cylinder (double-acting). |
|---|---|
| 12 | 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.
Where the Airtac MI8~12 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI12X160SCA Is Used
Textile Loom Deflection
Uses the CA pivot clevis to articulate yarn guides across a 160 mm path, relying on the stainless body to resist humid textile mill environments.
Small Parts Sorting Gate
Diverts lightweight plastic components on a packaging line, easily handling the 34 N safe working load while CMSG sensors confirm the gate position.
Lab Sample Ejection
Pushes prepared test tubes out of a carousel with 56.5 N of force at 0.5 MPa, where the compact ISO 6432 dimensions fit tight lab automation cells.
Is the Airtac MI8~12 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI12X160SCA the Right Cylinder?
When sizing this 12 mm bore, compare it against its neighbours: the smaller Ø8 generates 25.1 N of push at 0.5 MPa, while the larger Ø16 provides 100.5 N. If your application loses air or the valve is centred, the piston will drift, as the TPU bumpers only soften the stroke end rather than acting as a brake. To maintain vertical position, add an external rod lock or pilot check valve.
The CA rear pivot cover suits articulated mechanisms, and the -S magnet enables electronic or reed switching. For a 160 mm stroke on a Ø6 mm rod, ensure your guiding structure prevents side-load bending. If you need adjustable air cushioning for high-speed cycles, consider the MIC variant instead of the fixed bumper design.
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 MI12X160SCA FAQ
At 0.5 MPa it pushes 56.5 N and pulls 42.4 N. At 0.7 MPa it pushes 79.1 N and pulls 59.4 N. The theoretical maximum force is 11.5 kgf at 1.0 MPa. The air port is M5x0.8.
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 lock. Use an external rod lock or pilot-operated check valve for load holding.
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