Airtac MIC Cushioned Mini Cylinder MIC16X15CA
The AirTAC Airtac MIC Cushioned Mini Cylinder MIC16X15CA is a genuine double acting + cushion round-body mini air cylinder with a Ø16mm bore and 15mm 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
- Stroke15 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 MIC16X15CA
Dial in end-of-stroke deceleration with the AirTAC MIC16X15CA, a 16 mm bore, double-acting round-body mini cylinder built with a stainless-steel barrel and rod for mild washdown resistance. A needle-set variable air cushion at both ends soaks up high-speed kinetic energy, protecting your payload and cutting workshop noise far better than a fixed rubber bumper. This specific SKU features a CA rear pivot cover for clevis mounting.
Operating at 0.5 MPa, it generates a 100.5 N push force and 86.4 N pull force, peaking at a 140.7 N push at 0.7 MPa. For practical sizing, this translates to a safe working load of roughly 60 N, meaning it lifts about 5.1 kg vertically with a 2:1 safety margin. It uses an M5×0.8 port and conforms to the ISO 6432 mounting interface for standard mini-cylinder brackets. Note that this base unit lacks a magnet, so it cannot accept CMSG, DMSG or EMSG sensors.
Airtac MIC Cushioned Mini Cylinder MIC16X15CA Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MIC Cushioned Mini Cylinder MIC16X15CA |
|---|---|
| Series | MIC ISO 6432 mini cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø16 mm |
| Stroke | 15 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 MIC16X15CA
| MIC | ISO 6432 round-body mini cylinder (double-acting, variable cushion). |
|---|---|
| 16 | Bore size in mm. |
| ×15 | 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 MIC16X15CA Is Used
Light-Part Ejection
Shoots small plastic or stamped parts out of a machining center at speed, using the adjustable cushion to prevent the 6 mm rod from slamming its stops.
Flap Deflection
Pushes carton flaps clear on a compact packaging line, where the stainless build shrugs off incidental moisture and the 100.5 N push force is more than enough.
Small Component Sorting
Diverts lightweight electronic components on a conveyor, relying on the 15 mm stroke and CA pivot to execute fast, shock-free lateral movements.
Is the Airtac MIC Cushioned Mini Cylinder MIC16X15CA the Right Cylinder?
Choose this 16 mm bore when you need crisp, cushioned stops in a tight footprint but only have light loads to move. If your application requires even less force, you must drop down to the smaller MI bumper series, as the MIC adjustable cushion line starts at Ø16. Conversely, if your payload exceeds the 100.5 N push capacity at 0.5 MPa, step up to the Ø20 bore, which provides 157 N of push force.
The adjustable air cushion shines at operating speeds up to 800 mm/s or when shifting heavier masses, letting you tune the deceleration curve via a needle valve. Remember that this cushion only decelerates the piston near the stroke end; it does not function as a brake or lock. If you need to hold a vertical load during an air loss event, install an external rod lock or pilot-operated check valve. Because this SKU lacks the -S magnet, position sensing is impossible without upgrading to the -S variant.
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 MIC16X15CA FAQ
This 16 mm bore, double-acting cylinder uses an M5×0.8 port and an M6x1.0 male rod thread. It delivers a 100.5 N push and 86.4 N pull at 0.5 MPa, a 140.7 N push and 120.9 N pull at 0.7 MPa, and has a theoretical maximum force of 20.5 kgf at 1.0 MPa.
No, this specific SKU does not include a magnet, so it cannot accept CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG switches. You would need the -S variant for sensing. The cylinder features a stainless-steel round body and a needle-adjustable air cushion at both ends to decelerate high-speed loads.
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