Airtac MIC Cushioned Mini Cylinder MIC16X100SCA
The AirTAC Airtac MIC Cushioned Mini Cylinder MIC16X100SCA is a genuine double acting + cushion round-body mini air cylinder with a Ø16mm bore and 100mm stroke, 1/8" 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.
- BoreØ16 mm
- Stroke100 mm
- Port size1/8"
- Acting typeDouble acting + cushion
- Rod threadM6×1.0
- CushionVariable air cushion, both ends
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About the Airtac MIC Cushioned Mini Cylinder MIC16X100SCA
Dial in end-of-stroke deceleration on your compact machines with the AirTAC MIC16X100SCA. This 16 mm bore, 100 mm stroke double-acting mini cylinder features a needle-set variable air cushion at both ends, absorbing high-speed impacts to protect your payload and reduce noise. The stainless steel round barrel and Ø6 mm piston rod supply mild corrosion resistance for washdown or humid settings, while the CA rear pivot cover simplifies clevis mounting.
Delivering 100.5 N of push force at 0.5 MPa, it yields a safe working load of roughly 60 N, lifting about 5.1 kg vertically with a 2:1 margin. It uses the ISO 6432 mounting interface for standard mini brackets, accepts 1/8" ports, and includes a built-in magnet for CMSG, DMSG or EMSG switches.
Airtac MIC Cushioned Mini Cylinder MIC16X100SCA Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MIC Cushioned Mini Cylinder MIC16X100SCA |
|---|---|
| Series | MIC ISO 6432 mini cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø16 mm |
| Stroke | 100 mm |
| Acting type | Double acting + cushion |
| Port size | 1/8" |
| 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 | Variable air cushion, both ends |
| Max standard stroke | Up to 500 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 (Ø16mm)
| Pressure | Push force | Pull force |
|---|---|---|
| 0.5 MPa | 101 N | 86 N |
| 0.7 MPa | 141 N | 121 N |
| Max (@1.0 MPa) | 21 kgf | |
Actual usable force is lower than theoretical due to friction and back-pressure. Size with a safety margin.
Model Code: Airtac MIC Cushioned Mini Cylinder MIC16X100SCA
| MIC | ISO 6432 round-body mini cylinder (double-acting, variable cushion). |
|---|---|
| 16 | Bore size in mm. |
| ×100 | 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 MIC Cushioned Mini Cylinder MIC16X100SCA Is Used
Light-Part Ejector
Pushes small plastic parts out of a molding area at high speed, using the adjustable cushion to prevent the rod from slamming and marking the components.
Package Diverter
Handles small cartons on a packaging line, where the 100 mm stroke and 60 N safe working load provide quick, gentle routing without crushing the boxes.
Lab Sample Handler
Moves delicate test tubes or vials within a humid environment, relying on the stainless build and smooth end-of-stroke deceleration to prevent liquid spills.
Is the Airtac MIC Cushioned Mini Cylinder MIC16X100SCA the Right Cylinder?
This 16 mm bore suits light loads up to 60 N. If your application needs less force, the smaller MI bumper mini cylinder is the only step down, as MIC cushioning starts at Ø16. If you need more thrust, step up to the MIC20, which provides 157 N push at 0.5 MPa. The adjustable air cushion is essential when cycling at high speeds or moving delicate components that cannot tolerate a hard impact.
Remember that the air cushion only decelerates the piston near the stroke end; it does not lock or hold the load. If air pressure drops, the rod will drift, so fit an external rod lock or pilot check valve for suspended loads. This SKU includes the -S magnet for position sensing and uses a CA pivot back cover.
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 MIC Cushioned Mini Cylinder MIC16X100SCA FAQ
This double-acting cylinder uses a 1/8" port and a 6 mm rod with an M6x1.0 male thread. It generates 100.5 N push and 86.4 N pull at 0.5 MPa, 140.7 N push and 120.9 N pull at 0.7 MPa, with a theoretical maximum force of 20.5 kgf at 1.0 MPa.
Yes, the -S suffix indicates a built-in piston magnet compatible with CMSG, DMSG, and EMSG switches. The variable air cushion at both ends uses a needle valve to trap exhaust air, decelerating the piston smoothly at high speeds; it is not a braking lock.
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