Airtac MI8~12 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI8X60SU
The AirTAC Airtac MI8~12 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI8X60SU 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 MI8X60SU
Delivering 25.1 N of push force at 0.5 MPa, this double-acting stainless-steel round-body mini cylinder handles compact 60 mm strokes with ease. The Ø8 mm bore features an M5x0.8 port and a male M4x0.7 rod thread. Its riveted stainless barrel and rod shrug off mild corrosion, giving it a real edge over painted alternatives in damp or washdown settings. The built-in piston magnet (-S) directly supports CMSG, DMSG and EMSG switches for position sensing.
For practical sizing, plan for about 15 N of real work at 0.5 MPa, which means it can lift roughly 1.3 kg vertically with a 2:1 safety margin. Fixed TPU bumper pads absorb the impact at stroke extremes, and the U-type back cover provides a 90-degree port orientation for tight installations.
Airtac MI8~12 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI8X60SU Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MI8~12 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI8X60SU |
|---|---|
| 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 MI8X60SU
| 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 MI8X60SU Is Used
Micro-Clamp Actuation
Drives small pneumatic clamps in PCB assembly fixtures, using its 25.1 N push force to secure delicate electronic components during soldering.
Label Applicator Ejection
Extends 60 mm to push small product labels onto a packaging line, where the stainless body withstands occasional washdowns.
Lab Sample Diverting
Pivots a guide flap to route test tubes in diagnostic machinery, relying on the 90-degree U-type back cover for tight mounting clearance.
Is the Airtac MI8~12 Stainless Steel Mini Cylinder MI8X60SU the Right Cylinder?
When sizing this 8 mm bore, stepping up to the Ø10 version increases push force to 39.3 N at 0.5 MPa, while there is no smaller standard MI option below it. The ISO 6432 mounting interface lets it drop directly into standard mini-cylinder brackets and clevises. Because this SKU includes the -S magnet, it is fully ready for CMSG, DMSG or EMSG sensors. Remember that a plain cylinder drifts if air pressure drops or the valve is centred; the TPU pads only decelerate the stroke end and do not act as a brake, so add an external rod lock or pilot check valve if you must hold a load vertically.
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 MI8X60SU FAQ
This 8 mm bore cylinder features an M5x0.8 port. 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.
Yes, the -S suffix denotes a built-in piston magnet, allowing you to mount CMSG, DMSG or EMSG switches along the groove for precise position detection.
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