Airtac MIC Cushioned Mini Cylinder MIC16X15SU
The AirTAC Airtac MIC Cushioned Mini Cylinder MIC16X15SU 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 MIC16X15SU
Dialing in end-of-stroke shock on a compact 16 mm bore is exactly what the AirTAC MIC16X15SU does best. This double-acting, round-body stainless steel mini cylinder replaces fixed bumpers with a needle-adjustable air cushion at both ends, letting you tune deceleration for high-speed 15 mm strokes. The stainless barrel and rod shrug off mild washdown, and the U-style rear cover provides a 90-degree mounting orientation. Because this bore falls within the Ø8-Ø25 range, it conforms to the ISO 6432 mounting interface for easy bracket interchange.
At 0.5 MPa it pushes 100.5 N and pulls 86.4 N, peaking at a theoretical 20.5 kgf at 1.0 MPa. For practical sizing, figure 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 feeds the 6 mm rod, and the built-in -S magnet supports CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG position switches.
Airtac MIC Cushioned Mini Cylinder MIC16X15SU Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MIC Cushioned Mini Cylinder MIC16X15SU |
|---|---|
| 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 MIC16X15SU
| 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 MIC16X15SU Is Used
Small Part Ejection
Shoots light plastic parts out of a mold cavity using 100.5 N of push force at 0.5 MPa, relying on the adjustable cushion to prevent bounce-back at high cycle rates.
Package Diverting
Extends 15 mm rapidly to nudge small cartons on a conveyor, with the needle-set air cushion absorbing the shock to protect the packaging surface.
Clamp Actuation
Secures delicate electronic components during assembly using a safe working load of 60 N, while the stainless build resists factory coolant mist.
Is the Airtac MIC Cushioned Mini Cylinder MIC16X15SU the Right Cylinder?
When sizing this 16 mm bore, stepping down means moving to an MI-series bumper cylinder (which lacks the adjustable cushion), while stepping up to the MIC20X50 gains you 157 N of push force at 0.5 MPa. Choose this cushioned model when your 15 mm stroke cycles fast enough that impact noise and load shock become a concern. For vertical or suspended loads, remember the air cushion only decelerates the piston near the stroke end—it does not function as a brake or lock. If you need to hold position on air loss, add an external rod lock or pilot-operated check valve. Mounting options include LB foot, FA flange, SDB pivot, and TC trunnion.
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 MIC16X15SU FAQ
This 16 mm bore cylinder features an M5×0.8 port and a 6 mm piston rod with an M6x1.0 male thread. It generates 100.5 N push and 86.4 N pull at 0.5 MPa, increasing to 140.7 N push and 120.9 N pull at 0.7 MPa. The theoretical maximum force is 20.5 kgf at 1.0 MPa.
Yes, the -S suffix indicates a built-in piston magnet compatible with CMSG, DMSG, and EMSG reed or electronic switches. The adjustable air cushion at both ends uses a needle valve to trap exhaust air, decelerating the piston smoothly at stroke end to reduce shock and noise.
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