Airtac MI8~12 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI12X230SCA
The AirTAC Airtac MI8~12 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI12X230SCA is a genuine double acting round-body mini air cylinder with a Ø12mm bore and 230mm 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
- Stroke230 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 MI12X230SCA
Delivering 56.5 N of push force at 0.5 MPa, this double-acting stainless-steel round-body mini cylinder handles 230 mm strokes with a 12 mm bore. The riveted barrel and rod shrug off mild corrosion, outperforming painted alternatives in damp or outdoor settings. Because it follows ISO 6432 mounting dimensions, it drops directly into standard mini-cylinder brackets. The CA rear pivot cover adds clevis flexibility, while the integrated magnet (-S) supports CMSG, DMSG and EMSG sensors.
For practical sizing, plan for around 34 N of actual work at 0.5 MPa, which safely lifts about 2.9 kg vertically with a 2:1 margin. Fixed TPU bumper pads absorb end-of-stroke impacts across the 30-800 mm/s speed range. Air connects via an M5x0.8 port, and the male M6x1.0 rod thread secures tooling.
Airtac MI8~12 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI12X230SCA Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MI8~12 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI12X230SCA |
|---|---|
| Series | MI ISO 6432 mini cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø12 mm |
| Stroke | 230 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 MI12X230SCA
| MI | ISO 6432 round-body mini cylinder (double-acting). |
|---|---|
| 12 | Bore size in mm. |
| ×230 | 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 MI12X230SCA Is Used
Package Diverter Arm
Pushes lightweight cardboard cartons on a packaging line using 56.5 N of thrust, pivoting via the CA clevis to route goods.
Lab Sample Ejection
Ejects small plastic vials from a test carousel, leveraging the stainless build to resist humidity and chemical wipe-downs.
Small Part Sorting
Actuates a gating mechanism to separate 3 kg component batches, using the integrated magnet for DMSG end-of-stroke confirmation.
Is the Airtac MI8~12 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI12X230SCA the Right Cylinder?
When sizing this 12 mm bore, compare it against neighbours: the 8 mm version yields 25.1 N push, whereas the 16 mm jumps to 100.5 N at 0.5 MPa. If your load drifts when air is cut or the valve centres, remember the TPU pads only decelerate the stroke end—they provide no braking. Install an external rod lock or pilot check valve to hold a suspended load. The CA back cover suits pivot mounts, and the -S magnet enables position sensing. For a 230 mm stroke, ensure side loads are minimised to prevent rod bending.
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 MI12X230SCA FAQ
This 12 mm bore cylinder has an M5x0.8 port and a male M6x1.0 rod thread. It generates 56.5 N push and 42.4 N pull at 0.5 MPa, 79.1 N push and 59.4 N pull at 0.7 MPa, with a theoretical maximum of 11.5 kgf at 1.0 MPa.
No, the fixed TPU bumper pads only decelerate the stroke end and do not act as a brake; you need an external rod lock or pilot check valve to prevent drift. It uses ISO 6432 mounting dimensions and features a CA pivot clevis back cover, with an -S magnet for CMSG/DMSG/EMSG sensors.
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