Airtac MI8~12 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI8X10CA
The AirTAC Airtac MI8~12 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI8X10CA is a genuine double acting round-body mini air cylinder with a Ø8mm bore and 10mm 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.
- BoreØ8 mm
- Stroke10 mm
- Port sizeM5×0.8
- Acting typeDouble acting
- Rod threadM4×0.7
- CushionFixed TPU bumper pads
About the Airtac MI8~12 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI8X10CA
Generating 25.1 N of push force at 0.5 MPa, this double-acting stainless-steel mini cylinder handles tiny actuation jobs in tight spaces. The riveted round body shrinks the footprint while the Ø4 mm rod and M5x0.8 port keep pneumatic connections compact. Fixed TPU bumper pads absorb the impact at stroke ends to protect your mechanism.
The stainless barrel and rod resist mild corrosion, giving an edge over painted alternatives in damp or washdown environments. Because it lacks the -S suffix, this specific SKU cannot host CMSG, DMSG or EMSG magnetic sensors. Plan for roughly 15 N of actual work at 0.5 MPa, which means it lifts about 1.3 kg vertically with a 2:1 safety margin.
Airtac MI8~12 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI8X10CA Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MI8~12 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI8X10CA |
|---|---|
| Series | MI ISO 6432 mini cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø8 mm |
| Stroke | 10 mm |
| Acting type | Double acting |
| Port size | M5×0.8 |
| Rod thread | M4×0.7 |
| 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 150 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 (Ø8mm)
| Pressure | Push force | Pull force |
|---|---|---|
| 0.5 MPa | 25 N | 19 N |
| 0.7 MPa | 35 N | 26 N |
| Max (@1.0 MPa) | 5 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 MI8X10CA
| MI | ISO 6432 round-body mini cylinder (double-acting). |
|---|---|
| 8 | Bore size in mm. |
| ×10 | 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 MI8X10CA Is Used
Micro Ejector Pins
Cycles small molding ejector pins in confined spaces where the 10 mm stroke and 15 N safe working load precisely clear delicate parts.
Lab Dispenser Diverter
Tilts a tiny fluid diverter arm on automated lab equipment, relying on the stainless body to withstand mild chemical washdowns.
PCB Clamp Release
Retracts a miniature holding clamp on a PCB assembly fixture, using the CA pivot to swing the 1.3 kg mechanism out of the way.
Is the Airtac MI8~12 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI8X10CA the Right Cylinder?
When sizing this 8 mm bore, stepping up to the MI12X10 provides a stronger 56.5 N push, while no smaller AirTAC MI option exists below it. The CA rear pivot cover allows clevis mounting for articulated movement. Remember that a standard cylinder drifts if air pressure drops or the valve centres; the TPU bumpers only decelerate the stroke end and will not lock the load, so add an external rod lock or pilot check valve if you need to hold position.
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 MI8X10CA FAQ
This 8 mm bore cylinder features an M5x0.8 port and a 4 mm rod. It generates 25.1 N push and 18.8 N pull at 0.5 MPa, 35.2 N push and 26.4 N pull at 0.7 MPa, with a theoretical maximum of 5.1 kgf at 1.0 MPa.
The Ø8 bore uses the ISO 6432 mounting interface, so it drops directly into standard mini-cylinder clevises and brackets. However, because this SKU lacks the -S magnet, it cannot accept CMSG, DMSG or EMSG magnetic switches.
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