Airtac MI8~12 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI12X60U
The AirTAC Airtac MI8~12 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI12X60U 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 MI12X60U
Generating 56.5 N of push force at 0.5 MPa, this double-acting stainless-steel round-body mini cylinder handles light-duty positioning with a 60 mm stroke. The Ø12 mm bore uses an M5x0.8 port and a 90-degree U rear cover, allowing ports to exit sideways to save valuable manifold space. Its riveted stainless barrel and rod shrug off mild corrosion, outlasting painted alternatives in damp production zones.
Built to ISO 6432 mounting dimensions, it drops directly into standard mini-cylinder brackets and clevises. Fixed TPU bumper pads absorb stroke-end impact without requiring adjustment. Because this SKU lacks the -S magnet, it cannot host CMSG or DMSG reed switches. Plan for roughly 34 N of actual work at 0.5 MPa, which means it lifts about 2.9 kg vertically with a safe 2:1 margin.
Airtac MI8~12 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI12X60U Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MI8~12 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI12X60U |
|---|---|
| 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 MI12X60U
| 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 MI12X60U Is Used
Electronic Component Sorting
Pushes small PCBs or connectors down a testing lane using 56.5 N of force, fitting neatly into tight machinery via its 90-degree U cover.
Blister Pack Flap Folding
Extends 60 mm to tuck packaging flaps on a high-speed line, where the stainless body resists washdown chemicals during sanitation shifts.
Lab Sample Diverting
Actuates a small gate to route vials into inspection chutes, benefiting from the ISO 6432 bracket compatibility for rapid changeovers.
Is the Airtac MI8~12 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI12X60U the Right Cylinder?
When sizing this 60 mm stroke unit, verify the 56.5 N push at 0.5 MPa is sufficient, or step up to the Ø16 bore for 100.5 N. If your payload is lighter, dropping to the Ø10 bore yields 39.3 N. The U-style 90-degree back cover suits tight rails where axial hoses would clash. Note that venting air causes the piston to drift, so fit an external pilot check valve if the load must stay parked mid-air. The 6 mm rod handles normal compression well, but avoid excessive lateral side-loads to prevent premature guide wear.
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 MI12X60U FAQ
This Ø12 mm bore cylinder features an M5x0.8 port. 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, this specific SKU lacks the internal magnet, so CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG switches cannot be used. You must order the -S variant to enable position sensing. It uses fixed TPU bumper pads for end-of-stroke deceleration rather than adjustable air cushions.
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