Airtac MI8~12 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI12X80CA
The AirTAC Airtac MI8~12 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI12X80CA is a genuine double acting round-body mini air cylinder with a Ø12mm bore and 80mm 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
- Stroke80 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 MI12X80CA
Generating 56.5 N of push force at 0.5 MPa, this double-acting stainless-steel mini cylinder suits compact automation tasks. The Ø12 mm bore uses 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, offering an advantage over painted alternatives in damp environments.
Built to ISO 6432 mounting dimensions, the riveted round body drops directly into standard mini-cylinder brackets. Fixed TPU bumper pads absorb stroke-end impact without offering adjustable cushioning. Plan for roughly 34 N of actual work at 0.5 MPa, which means it lifts about 2.9 kg vertically with a 2:1 safety margin.
Airtac MI8~12 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI12X80CA Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MI8~12 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI12X80CA |
|---|---|
| Series | MI ISO 6432 mini cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø12 mm |
| Stroke | 80 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 MI12X80CA
| MI | ISO 6432 round-body mini cylinder (double-acting). |
|---|---|
| 12 | Bore size in mm. |
| ×80 | 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 MI12X80CA Is Used
Electronic Component Sorting
Pushes lightweight PCB trays along a conveyor using its 56.5 N thrust, while the stainless body handles occasional coolant mist.
Small Bag Sealing
Cycles an 80 mm stroke to clamp film jaws, with the CA clevis absorbing slight misalignment during rapid packaging runs.
Lab Sample Diverting
Pivots a guide flap to route test tubes, taking advantage of the 2.9 kg vertical lift capacity and compact riveted design.
Is the Airtac MI8~12 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI12X80CA the Right Cylinder?
For lower force requirements, the Ø10 bore provides 39.3 N push at 0.5 MPa, while stepping up to the Ø16 bore yields 100.5 N for heavier jobs. This 80 mm stroke falls well within the 250 mm maximum, keeping rod bending risk low. The CA rear pivot cover accommodates clevis mounting for angular alignment.
Because this SKU lacks the -S suffix, it cannot accept CMSG, DMSG or EMSG magnetic sensors. Note that the TPU bumpers only decelerate the stroke end; the piston will drift and drop if air is lost. Use an external pilot check valve to hold a suspended load.
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 MI12X80CA 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 is 11.5 kgf at 1.0 MPa. The air port is M5x0.8.
No, this specific SKU lacks a magnet. You must choose an -S variant to use CMSG, DMSG or EMSG switches. The standard model also uses fixed TPU bumpers, not adjustable air cushions.
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