Airtac MIC Cushioned Mini Cylinder MIC16X180SCA
The AirTAC Airtac MIC Cushioned Mini Cylinder MIC16X180SCA is a genuine double acting + cushion round-body mini air cylinder with a Ø16mm bore and 180mm 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
- Stroke180 mm
- Port sizeM5×0.8
- Acting typeDouble acting + cushion
- Rod threadM6×1.0
- CushionVariable air cushion, both ends
- No minimum order. A single piece can be ordered.
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About the Airtac MIC Cushioned Mini Cylinder MIC16X180SCA
Designed for compact automation, this double-acting stainless steel round-body mini cylinder integrates an adjustable air cushion at both ends to absorb high-speed end-of-stroke shock. The Ø16 bore conforms to ISO 6432 mounting dimensions, dropping directly into standard mini brackets and clevises. A built-in piston magnet (-S) enables seamless position sensing with CMSG, DMSG or EMSG switches.
Operating at 0.15-1.0 MPa, the unit generates 100.5 N push and 86.4 N pull force at 0.5 MPa. This translates to a safe working load of roughly 60 N, allowing it to lift about 5.1 kg vertically with a 2:1 safety margin. The stainless barrel and rod resist mild corrosion and washdown environments, while the CA rear pivot cover simplifies clevis mounting. Air connects via an M5×0.8 port.
Airtac MIC Cushioned Mini Cylinder MIC16X180SCA Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MIC Cushioned Mini Cylinder MIC16X180SCA |
|---|---|
| Series | MIC ISO 6432 mini cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø16 mm |
| Stroke | 180 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 MIC16X180SCA
| MIC | ISO 6432 round-body mini cylinder (double-acting, variable cushion). |
|---|---|
| 16 | Bore size in mm. |
| ×180 | 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 MIC16X180SCA Is Used
Small Component Ejection
Safely pushes light plastic parts out of a mold at high speed, relying on the adjustable air cushion to decelerate the 60 N load without slamming.
Package Diverting
Handles small cartons on a conveyor by extending 180 mm to push items to a side lane, benefiting from the washdown-resistant stainless build.
Lab Automation Handling
Moves sample trays within analytical instruments where the ISO 6432 footprint saves space and the needle-set cushion prevents test jar breakage.
Is the Airtac MIC Cushioned Mini Cylinder MIC16X180SCA the Right Cylinder?
When sizing this 16 mm bore actuator, compare it against the larger Ø20 bore, which raises push force to 157 N at 0.5 MPa if your payload exceeds the 60 N safe working load. If your application requires less force, dropping down means moving to the MI series bumper cylinder, as the MIC adjustable cushion design starts at Ø16. Choose this adjustable needle cushion model specifically when cycling at high speeds or moving masses that would otherwise slam into the end caps. Note that the air cushion only decelerates the piston near the stroke end; it does not act as a brake. To prevent drift on air loss, install an external rod lock or pilot check valve. The -S magnet version supports CMSG/DMSG/EMSG sensors, and you can pair it with LB foot, FA flange, or TC trunnion mounts.
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 MIC16X180SCA FAQ
This double-acting cylinder uses an M5×0.8 air port and an M6x1.0 male rod thread. It delivers 100.5 N push and 86.4 N pull at 0.5 MPa, 140.7 N push and 120.9 N pull at 0.7 MPa, with a theoretical maximum force of 20.5 kgf at 1.0 MPa.
The MIC features a needle-adjustable air cushion at both ends that decelerates the piston near the stroke limits to reduce shock and noise. It is not a locking device; the cylinder will drift if air pressure drops. For position holding, use an external rod lock or pilot check valve.
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