Airtac MIC Cushioned Mini Cylinder MIC16X120SU
The AirTAC Airtac MIC Cushioned Mini Cylinder MIC16X120SU 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 MIC16X120SU
Tame high-speed end-of-stroke shock with the AirTAC MIC16X120SU, a double-acting round-body mini cylinder built from stainless steel for mild washdown resistance. A needle-set variable air cushion at both ends decelerates the load smoothly, protecting your mechanism and cutting workshop noise. Because it is a 16 mm bore, it uses the ISO 6432 mounting interface, dropping directly into standard mini-cylinder brackets and clevises.
This 120 mm stroke unit pushes with 100.5 N of force at 0.5 MPa and pulls with 86.4 N. For practical sizing, that translates to a safe working load of roughly 60 N, or enough thrust to lift about 5.1 kg vertically with a 2:1 safety margin. The -S suffix means a piston magnet is present, ready for CMSG, DMSG or EMSG position switches. It features a 1/8 inch port, an M6x1.0 male rod thread, and a U-type 90-degree rear cover for flexible mounting orientation.
Airtac MIC Cushioned Mini Cylinder MIC16X120SU Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MIC Cushioned Mini Cylinder MIC16X120SU |
|---|---|
| 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 MIC16X120SU
| 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 MIC16X120SU Is Used
Light-Part Ejection
Uses the 100.5 N push force to knock small plastic mouldings off a fixture. The adjustable air cushion prevents the rod from slamming the endcap at fast cycle rates.
Package Diverting
Pushes lightweight cartons on a sorting line. The 120 mm stroke gives enough travel to clear the belt, while the U-type rear cover simplifies pivot mounting.
Lab Sample Routing
Moves small test tubes between stations. The stainless construction handles mild humidity, and the -S magnet enables DMSG sensors to confirm tube position.
Is the Airtac MIC Cushioned Mini Cylinder MIC16X120SU the Right Cylinder?
If you need less thrust, the next size down is the bumper-only MI12, which lacks the adjustable cushion entirely. Stepping up to the MIC20X50 gives you 157 N of push force at 0.5 MPa. Choose this 16 mm cushioned bore when cycling at high speeds with a fragile payload that cannot tolerate a hard impact. The needle valve lets you dial in the exact deceleration curve required.
Remember that the air cushion only slows the piston near the end of its travel; it does not function as a brake. If your system loses air, the piston will drift, so fit an external rod lock or pilot-operated check valve to hold a suspended load safely. You can mount this unit via LB foot, FA flange, SDB pivot or TC trunnion hardware to suit your frame.
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 MIC16X120SU FAQ
This 16 mm bore cylinder has a 1/8 inch port and an M6x1.0 male rod thread. At 0.5 MPa it pushes with 100.5 N and pulls with 86.4 N. At 0.7 MPa the push force is 140.7 N and pull is 120.9 N. The 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 or locking mechanism. If air pressure is lost, the rod will drift. You must install an external rod lock or pilot check valve to hold a suspended load.
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