Airtac MI8~12 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI12X60CA
The AirTAC Airtac MI8~12 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI12X60CA is a genuine double acting round-body mini air cylinder with a Ø12mm bore and 60mm 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
- Stroke60 mm
- Port sizeM5×0.8
- Acting typeDouble acting
- Rod threadM6×1.0
- CushionFixed TPU bumper pads
About the Airtac MI8~12 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI12X60CA
Generating 56.5 N of push force at 0.5 MPa, this double-acting stainless-steel mini cylinder suits compact positioning tasks. The Ø12 mm bore features an M5x0.8 air port and a Ø6 mm piston rod with an M6x1.0 male thread. Its stainless barrel and rod resist mild corrosion, giving it an edge over painted alternatives in damp environments. Fixed TPU bumper pads absorb stroke-end impact, while the rolled riveted body keeps the assembly light.
Built to ISO 6432 mounting dimensions, the round body drops directly into standard mini-cylinder brackets and clevises. In practice, plan for roughly 34 N of actual work at 0.5 MPa, or expect it to lift about 2.9 kg vertically with a safe 2:1 margin. This CA variant includes a rear pivot clevis for angular alignment. Because this specific SKU lacks the -S magnet, it cannot accept CMSG, DMSG or EMSG position switches.
Airtac MI8~12 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI12X60CA Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MI8~12 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI12X60CA |
|---|---|
| Series | MI ISO 6432 mini cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø12 mm |
| Stroke | 60 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 MI12X60CA
| MI | ISO 6432 round-body mini cylinder (double-acting). |
|---|---|
| 12 | Bore size in mm. |
| ×60 | 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 MI12X60CA Is Used
Textile Loom Guide
Shifts a lightweight yarn guide arm across a 60 mm path, utilizing the 34 N safe working force to maintain tension without stressing the fabric.
Package Divert Arm
Actuates a small routing flap on a packaging line, where the stainless steel construction withstands occasional washdowns during cleaning cycles.
Lab Sample Ejector
Pushes tested vials out of a centrifuge carousel, relying on the CA pivot mount to accommodate slight mechanical misalignments during ejection.
Is the Airtac MI8~12 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI12X60CA the Right Cylinder?
When sizing this actuator, the Ø10 bore offers a lighter 39.3 N push at 0.5 MPa, whereas stepping up to the Ø16 bore provides 100.5 N if your payload exceeds the 34 N safe working threshold. The 60 mm stroke is well within the 250 mm maximum for this bore, but ensure side loads are minimized to prevent rod bending. The built-in CA rear clevis accommodates pivoting loads, though you must provide external alignment.
Note that venting or centering the directional valve causes the piston to drift, as the TPU bumpers only decelerate the end of travel rather than locking the rod. To suspend a load safely during air loss, integrate an external rod lock or a pilot-operated check valve. For position feedback, select the -S magnet version to enable sensor mounting.
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 MI12X60CA FAQ
At 0.5 MPa it provides 56.5 N push and 42.4 N pull. At 0.7 MPa it delivers 79.1 N push and 59.4 N pull. The theoretical maximum force is 11.5 kgf at 1.0 MPa. The air port is M5x0.8.
No, this specific SKU does not include a magnet, so it cannot accept CMSG, DMSG or EMSG switches. You must select an MI12 variant with the -S suffix for position sensing capabilities.
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