Airtac MI8~12 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI8X10SCA
The AirTAC Airtac MI8~12 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI8X10SCA 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 MI8X10SCA
Generating 25.1 N of push force at 0.5 MPa, this double-acting stainless-steel round-body mini cylinder handles tiny 10 mm strokes with precision. The Ø8 mm bore uses an M5x0.8 port and a 4 mm rod, while the built-in magnet allows direct mounting of CMSG, DMSG or EMSG sensors for position feedback. Its stainless barrel and rod resist mild corrosion, making it highly suitable for damp or washdown environments where painted steel fails.
Because the stroke is so short, fixed TPU bumper pads effectively absorb the end-of-travel impact without requiring adjustable cushioning. For practical sizing, plan for a real work load of about 15 N, which comfortably lifts roughly 1.3 kg vertically with a 2:1 safety margin. The CA rear pivot cover provides a clevis mount, and the body conforms to ISO 6432 mounting dimensions for straightforward bracket integration.
Airtac MI8~12 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI8X10SCA Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MI8~12 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI8X10SCA |
|---|---|
| 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 MI8X10SCA
| 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 MI8X10SCA Is Used
Micro-Clamp Actuation
Drives small 10 mm clamping fingers in electronics PCB routing cells, applying a safe 15 N holding force without damaging delicate components.
Lab Dispenser Dosing
Pivots via the CA clevis to accurately trigger a micro-pump valve in chemical analysis equipment, thriving in humid lab settings thanks to the stainless build.
Light Part Ejection
Pushes tiny plastic mouldings out of an inspection jig, using the 1.3 kg vertical lift capacity to clear lightweight parts reliably cycle after cycle.
Is the Airtac MI8~12 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI8X10SCA the Right Cylinder?
If the 25.1 N push at 0.5 MPa is insufficient, stepping up to the Ø10 bore yields 39.3 N; there is no smaller standard AirTAC MI bore below 8 mm. This specific SKU includes the -S magnet for position switches and the CA clevis back cover for pivoting articulation. Remember that venting the air or centering the valve causes the piston to drift, as the TPU pads only soften stroke ends rather than locking the load. For vertical applications requiring hold, add an external rod lock or a pilot check valve.
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 MI8X10SCA FAQ
At 0.5 MPa it pushes 25.1 N and pulls 18.8 N. At 0.7 MPa it pushes 35.2 N and pulls 26.4 N. The theoretical maximum force is 5.1 kgf at 1.0 MPa. The air port for this Ø8 bore is M5x0.8.
No, the piston will drift if air is lost or the valve is centered. The fixed TPU bumper pads only decelerate the stroke end and do not act as a brake. You must use an external rod lock or pilot check valve to hold a load.
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