Airtac MI8~12 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI8X60CA
The AirTAC Airtac MI8~12 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI8X60CA is a genuine double acting round-body mini air cylinder with a Ø8mm 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.
- BoreØ8 mm
- Stroke60 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 MI8X60CA
Generating 25.1 N of push force at 0.5 MPa, this double-acting stainless-steel round-body mini cylinder handles light-duty positioning across a 60 mm stroke. The Ø8 mm bore uses an M5x0.8 port and a 4 mm rod with an M4x0.7 male thread. Its riveted stainless barrel and rod shrug off mild corrosion, outlasting painted alternatives in damp or washdown settings. Fixed TPU bumper pads absorb end-of-stroke impact without the bulk of adjustable cushions.
Because the 25.1 N rating is theoretical, plan for a real working load of about 15 N at 0.5 MPa. Vertically, this translates to safely lifting a 1.3 kg part with a 2:1 safety margin. Conforming to ISO 6432 mounting dimensions, it drops directly into standard mini-cylinder brackets. The rear CA pivot cover suits articulated mechanisms, though this non-magnet SKU cannot host CMSG or DMSG sensors.
Airtac MI8~12 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI8X60CA Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MI8~12 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI8X60CA |
|---|---|
| Series | MI ISO 6432 mini cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø8 mm |
| Stroke | 60 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 MI8X60CA
| MI | ISO 6432 round-body mini cylinder (double-acting). |
|---|---|
| 8 | 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 MI8X60CA Is Used
Micro-clip ejection
Pushes small plastic clips out of an injection mould with 15 N of safe working force, using the 60 mm stroke to clear the tooling.
Light diverter arm
Actuates a tiny routing flap on a packaging line; the stainless build withstands daily washdowns without corroding.
Lab sample sorter
Uses the CA pivot mount to swing test tubes into a scanning station, safely handling 1.3 kg loads vertically.
Is the Airtac MI8~12 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI8X60CA the Right Cylinder?
When sizing this 8 mm bore, step up to the MI12 (56.5 N push @0.5 MPa) if resistance exceeds 15 N, as there is no smaller standard MI bore below it. The 60 mm stroke is well within the 150 mm standard limit, keeping the rod rigid. The CA rear clevis is perfect for pivoting loads, but remember a plain cylinder drifts if air pressure drops; use a pilot-operated check valve to hold a suspended load. To add position sensing, you must switch to the -S magnet variant, as this base model cannot accept switches.
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 MI8X60CA 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. This 8 mm bore cylinder features an M5x0.8 air port.
No, this specific SKU lacks a magnet and cannot accept CMSG, DMSG or EMSG switches. You must select the -S variant for position sensing. It features fixed TPU bumper pads for deceleration, not an adjustable air cushion.
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