Airtac MIC Cushioned Mini Cylinder MIC16X120CA
The AirTAC Airtac MIC Cushioned Mini Cylinder MIC16X120CA is a genuine double acting + cushion round-body mini air cylinder with a Ø16mm bore and 120mm 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
- Stroke120 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 MIC16X120CA
Tame high-speed end-of-stroke shock with the AirTAC MIC16X120CA, a 16 mm bore double-acting mini cylinder featuring a needle-set air cushion at both ends. Built with a stainless-steel round barrel and rod, it shrugs off mild corrosion and washdown environments while dropping cleanly into ISO 6432 standard mini-cylinder mounting brackets. The 120 mm stroke is driven by an M6x1.0 male rod thread and a 1/8" port.
In the 16 mm class this compact actuator pushes 100.5 N and pulls 86.4 N at 0.5 MPa, peaking at a 20.5 kgf theoretical maximum. That translates to a safe working load of roughly 60 N, letting it lift about 5.1 kg vertically with a 2:1 safety margin. This specific SKU lacks the -S magnet, so it cannot accept CMSG, DMSG or EMSG position switches.
Airtac MIC Cushioned Mini Cylinder MIC16X120CA Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MIC Cushioned Mini Cylinder MIC16X120CA |
|---|---|
| Series | MIC ISO 6432 mini cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø16 mm |
| Stroke | 120 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 MIC16X120CA
| MIC | ISO 6432 round-body mini cylinder (double-acting, variable cushion). |
|---|---|
| 16 | Bore size in mm. |
| ×120 | 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 MIC16X120CA Is Used
Light Parts Ejection
Shoots small plastic or metal stamped parts out of a press die at speed, using the adjustable cushion to prevent the rod from slamming harshly at full extension.
Package Diverting
Pushes lightweight cartons off a sorting line with a 100.5 N push force at 0.5 MPa, relying on the rear CA clevis to pivot smoothly as the load deflects.
Lab Sample Routing
Moves test tubes or small vials between processing stations in washdown-prone environments, benefiting from the stainless steel construction and smooth stroke ends.
Is the Airtac MIC Cushioned Mini Cylinder MIC16X120CA the Right Cylinder?
When sizing this 16 mm bore, dropping down means stepping outside the MIC cushion range to the smaller MI bumper-style mini cylinder, which sacrifices end-of-stroke deceleration. Stepping up to the MIC20X50 increases your 0.5 MPa push force to 157.0 N if the 100.5 N here is too light. The adjustable cushion is essential when cycling at high speeds or moving sensitive loads, letting you dial in the exact deceleration to prevent impact damage.
The rear CA clevis pivot mount on this unit accommodates articulating rod loads. Because this is a non-magnet SKU, skip sensor mounting entirely or source the -S variant. Remember that the air cushion only decelerates the stroke; it does not lock the rod. If you need to hold a load vertically during air loss, install an external rod lock or pilot check valve.
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 MIC16X120CA FAQ
This 16 mm bore cylinder uses a 1/8" port and an M6x1.0 male rod thread. At 0.5 MPa it pushes 100.5 N and pulls 86.4 N. At 0.7 MPa it pushes 140.7 N and pulls 120.9 N. The theoretical maximum force is 20.5 kgf at 1.0 MPa.
No, this specific SKU does not include the internal magnet (-S), so it cannot accept CMSG, DMSG or EMSG switches. You would need the -S variant for sensing. The stainless steel build resists mild corrosion, and the dual adjustable air cushions absorb high-speed shock.
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