Airtac MIC Cushioned Mini Cylinder MIC16X10CA
The AirTAC Airtac MIC Cushioned Mini Cylinder MIC16X10CA is a genuine double acting + cushion round-body mini air cylinder with a Ø16mm 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.
- BoreØ16 mm
- Stroke10 mm
- Port sizeM5×0.8
- Acting typeDouble acting + cushion
- Rod threadM6×1.0
- CushionVariable air cushion, both ends
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About the Airtac MIC Cushioned Mini Cylinder MIC16X10CA
Taming high-speed end-of-stroke impacts in tight spaces is the core strength of the AirTAC MIC16X10CA. This 16 mm bore, 10 mm stroke double-acting actuator relies on a needle-set variable air cushion at both ends to decelerate the load smoothly, outperforming fixed bumper designs by actively absorbing kinetic energy and reducing machine noise. Built as a stainless-steel round-body mini cylinder, its riveted barrel and Ø6 mm rod shrug off mild corrosion and washdown environments.
Operating at speeds from 30 to 800 mm/s, this compact unit conforms to the ISO 6432 mounting interface for straightforward bracket interchangeability. It generates 100.5 N of push force at 0.5 MPa, translating to a safe working load of roughly 60 N or a 5.1 kg vertical lift with a 2:1 safety margin. This specific CA-cover SKU features a rear pivot clevis for angular alignment, uses an M5×0.8 air port, and lacks a standard magnet, meaning it cannot host CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG sensors without switching to an -S variant.
Airtac MIC Cushioned Mini Cylinder MIC16X10CA Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MIC Cushioned Mini Cylinder MIC16X10CA |
|---|---|
| Series | MIC ISO 6432 mini cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø16 mm |
| Stroke | 10 mm |
| Acting type | Double acting + cushion |
| Port size | M5×0.8 |
| 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 MIC16X10CA
| MIC | ISO 6432 round-body mini cylinder (double-acting, variable cushion). |
|---|---|
| 16 | 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 MIC Cushioned Mini Cylinder MIC16X10CA Is Used
Small Component Ejection
Uses the 100.5 N push force to snap tiny molded parts out of a die at high speed, relying on the adjustable air cushion to prevent harsh end-of-stroke slamming on the 10 mm travel.
Light Diverter Arm
Pivots via the CA clevis to tap lightweight cartons on a packaging line, where the stainless build resists humidity and the needle cushion ensures quiet, shock-free redirection.
Lab Sample Gate
Shifts a small door on a testing enclosure for a 10 mm stroke, benefiting from the smooth deceleration to protect delicate fluid vials from sudden impact forces.
Is the Airtac MIC Cushioned Mini Cylinder MIC16X10CA the Right Cylinder?
When sizing this 16 mm bore class, compare its 100.5 N push force at 0.5 MPa against the requirements of your mechanism; if your application demands less force, note that smaller bores in this family are fixed-bumper MI types without adjustable cushions, making the MIC16 the entry point for needle-controlled deceleration. Stepping up to the Ø20 bore raises the 0.5 MPa push output to 157 N for heavier payloads. The adjustable cushion proves its worth at high cycling speeds or when moving sensitive masses, but remember it only decelerates the piston near the stroke end and acts purely as an energy absorber, never as a braking device. Because a standard cylinder drifts when air pressure drops or a valve centers, you must incorporate an external rod lock or pilot-operated check valve to hold a vertical load safely. Beyond the integrated CA rear clevis, you can mount the body using LB foot, FA flange, SDB pivot, or TC trunnion hardware, and if you need position feedback, select the -S magnet version to enable switch sensing.
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 MIC16X10CA FAQ
This 16 mm bore cylinder uses an M5×0.8 air port and an M6x1.0 male rod thread. At 0.5 MPa it provides 100.5 N of push force and 86.4 N of pull force. At 0.7 MPa the push increases to 140.7 N and the pull to 120.9 N. The theoretical maximum force is 20.5 kgf at 1.0 MPa.
No, this specific SKU does not include a piston magnet, so it cannot support CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG magnetic switches. You would need to specify the -S variant for sensor compatibility. The unit features a stainless-steel round body and an adjustable air cushion at both ends to manage deceleration.
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