Airtac MI8~12 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI12X175SU
The AirTAC Airtac MI8~12 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI12X175SU is a genuine double acting round-body mini air cylinder with a Ø12mm bore and 175mm 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
- Stroke175 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 MI12X175SU
Delivering 56.5 N of push force at 0.5 MPa, this double-acting stainless-steel round-body mini cylinder handles a 175 mm stroke with a built-in magnet for position sensing. The Ø12 mm bore uses an M5x0.8 port and a Ø6 mm piston rod with an M6x1.0 male thread. Its stainless barrel and rod resist mild corrosion, giving it a real edge over painted alternatives in damp or washdown settings. Fixed TPU bumper pads absorb end-of-stroke impact, while the riveted body keeps the unit compact.
With a 56.5 N push rating at 0.5 MPa, plan for about 34 N of actual work to maintain a safe margin. Vertically, this translates to lifting roughly 2.9 kg safely. The included -S piston magnet supports CMSG, DMSG, and EMSG switches for precise end-position feedback. Conforming to ISO 6432 mounting dimensions, it drops directly into standard mini-cylinder brackets and clevises.
Airtac MI8~12 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI12X175SU Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MI8~12 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI12X175SU |
|---|---|
| Series | MI ISO 6432 mini cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø12 mm |
| Stroke | 175 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 MI12X175SU
| MI | ISO 6432 round-body mini cylinder (double-acting). |
|---|---|
| 12 | Bore size in mm. |
| ×175 | 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 MI12X175SU Is Used
Small Part Ejection
Pushes lightweight plastic mouldings out of a machining fixture using the 56.5 N push force and 175 mm reach.
Package Deflection
Actuates a diverter gate on a compact packaging conveyor, relying on the stainless build for washdown resistance.
Lab Sample Routing
Sorts sample vials into testing carousels where the precise 34 N safe working load prevents vial breakage.
Is the Airtac MI8~12 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI12X175SU the Right Cylinder?
This 175 mm stroke sits well within the 250 mm maximum for the Ø12 bore, making it ideal for moderate reach tasks. If you need less force, the smaller Ø10 bore offers 39.3 N of push at 0.5 MPa; stepping up to the Ø16 bore provides 100.5 N. The U-type back cover provides a 90-degree port orientation for tight rail mounting. Remember that a standard cylinder drifts if air pressure drops or the valve is centered, as the TPU pads only decelerate the stroke end rather than locking the load. For vertical holding, add an external pilot check valve or rod lock.
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 MI12X175SU FAQ
This double-acting cylinder pushes 56.5 N and pulls 42.4 N at 0.5 MPa. 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. It features an M5x0.8 air port.
No, the fixed TPU bumper pads only decelerate the piston at the stroke end; they do not act as an adjustable air cushion or a brake. The piston will drift if air is lost, so a pilot check valve is needed to hold a vertical load. The -S magnet allows CMSG, DMSG, and EMSG sensors to confirm position.
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