Airtac MIC Cushioned Mini Cylinder MIC16X115SU
The AirTAC Airtac MIC Cushioned Mini Cylinder MIC16X115SU is a genuine double acting + cushion round-body mini air cylinder with a Ø16mm bore and 115mm 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
- Stroke115 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 MIC16X115SU
Built for fast, repetitive motion, this stainless-steel round-body mini cylinder uses a needle-set variable air cushion at both ends to decelerate the piston smoothly, minimizing end-of-stroke bang and protecting your payload. The Ø16 bore conforms to ISO 6432 mounting dimensions, dropping directly into standard mini-cylinder brackets and clevises. A built-in piston magnet enables position sensing with CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG switches.
Operating on filtered air at 0.15 to 1.0 MPa, the double-acting design generates 100.5 N of push force and 86.4 N of pull force at 0.5 MPa. This translates to a safe working load of about 60 N, or roughly 5.1 kg of vertical lift with a 2:1 safety margin. The M5×0.8 port and 115 mm stroke provide compact, corrosion-resistant actuation for washdown or mildly humid environments.
Airtac MIC Cushioned Mini Cylinder MIC16X115SU Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MIC Cushioned Mini Cylinder MIC16X115SU |
|---|---|
| Series | MIC ISO 6432 mini cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø16 mm |
| Stroke | 115 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 MIC16X115SU
| MIC | ISO 6432 round-body mini cylinder (double-acting, variable cushion). |
|---|---|
| 16 | Bore size in mm. |
| ×115 | 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 MIC16X115SU Is Used
Light Part Ejection
Shoots small plastic or metal parts out of a machining fixture at high speed, relying on the adjustable cushion to prevent the rod from slamming at the end of the 115 mm travel.
Flap Folding
Pushes cardboard flaps on a packaging line where the 100.5 N push force easily overcomes paper resistance, while the stainless body handles mildly humid packing rooms.
Small Component Sorting
Diverts lightweight components on a conveyor using the built-in magnet and CMSG sensor to confirm stroke position, cycling rapidly without end-cap wear.
Is the Airtac MIC Cushioned Mini Cylinder MIC16X115SU the Right Cylinder?
When sizing this unit, consider that stepping down to a smaller bore means dropping to the MI bumper-only series, which lacks adjustable cushions and cannot match the 100.5 N push force. Moving up to a Ø20 MIC bore increases the 0.5 MPa push force to 157 N, which is preferable if your load exceeds the 60 N safe working threshold. The adjustable cushion is essential here for high-speed strokes, as it absorbs kinetic energy without bouncing.
The U-style 90-degree rear cover offers flexible port and mounting orientation. Because the air cushion only decelerates the piston near the stroke end and provides no braking force, you must add an external rod lock or pilot-operated check valve to hold a vertical load securely if air pressure drops.
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 MIC16X115SU FAQ
This double-acting cylinder features an M5×0.8 port and generates 100.5 N push / 86.4 N pull at 0.5 MPa, and 140.7 N push / 120.9 N pull at 0.7 MPa. Its theoretical maximum force is 20.5 kgf at 1.0 MPa.
No. The adjustable air cushion only decelerates the piston near the end of the stroke; it is not a brake. If air loss occurs, the piston will drift. Use an external rod lock or pilot check valve to hold vertical loads.
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