Airtac MIC Cushioned Mini Cylinder MIC16X185SCA
The AirTAC Airtac MIC Cushioned Mini Cylinder MIC16X185SCA is a genuine double acting + cushion round-body mini air cylinder with a Ø16mm bore and 185mm 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
- Stroke185 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 MIC16X185SCA
Dial in end-of-stroke deceleration with the AirTAC MIC16X185SCA, a double-acting round-body mini cylinder built around a stainless-steel barrel and rod. Because it uses a needle-set variable air cushion at both ends, it absorbs high-speed shock far better than a fixed bumper, protecting your payload and lowering machinery noise. The Ø16 bore conforms to the ISO 6432 mounting interface, dropping directly into standard mini-cylinder brackets and clevises, while the CA rear pivot cover adds flexible rear mounting options.
At 0.5 MPa it pushes with 100.5 N and pulls with 86.4 N, yielding a safe working load of about 60 N or a 5.1 kg vertical lift with a 2:1 margin. The M5×0.8 port feeds the 6 mm piston rod, and the -S suffix means a built-in magnet is ready for CMSG, DMSG or EMSG position switches. Remember that the cushion only decelerates the load near stroke end; it is not a brake, so fit an external rod lock or pilot check valve if you need to hold position on air loss.
Airtac MIC Cushioned Mini Cylinder MIC16X185SCA Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MIC Cushioned Mini Cylinder MIC16X185SCA |
|---|---|
| Series | MIC ISO 6432 mini cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø16 mm |
| Stroke | 185 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 MIC16X185SCA
| MIC | ISO 6432 round-body mini cylinder (double-acting, variable cushion). |
|---|---|
| 16 | Bore size in mm. |
| ×185 | 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 MIC16X185SCA Is Used
Light Parts Ejection
Push small plastic parts out of a mold at speed, relying on the 100.5 N push force and needle-set cushions to prevent end-of-stroke banging.
Package Diverting
Actuate a lightweight diverting gate along a packaging line, where the ISO 6432 mounting interface and CA pivot cover simplify bracket integration.
Lab Automation
Index sample trays in a washdown-prone lab station, benefiting from the stainless-steel rod construction and smooth deceleration at both ends.
Is the Airtac MIC Cushioned Mini Cylinder MIC16X185SCA the Right Cylinder?
If you need less force, the smaller AirTAC MI16 bumper version lacks the adjustable cushion, so the MIC16 is the minimum bore for shock-controlled moves. Stepping up to the MIC20 (157.0 N push @0.5 MPa) gives you extra thrust for sticky mechanisms. Choose this 185 mm stroke when you need a compact 16 mm reach that stays under the 500 mm standard limit. The adjustable cushion matters most when driving heavier loads at high speeds near the 800 mm/s ceiling. Match your mounting with LB foot, FA flange, SDB pivot or TC trunnion brackets, and use the -S magnet for electronic or reed sensors.
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 MIC16X185SCA FAQ
This double-acting cylinder pushes with 100.5 N and pulls with 86.4 N at 0.5 MPa. At 0.7 MPa it pushes 140.7 N and pulls 120.9 N, with a theoretical max of 20.5 kgf at 1.0 MPa. It uses an M5×0.8 port, a 6 mm piston rod, and an M6x1.0 male rod thread.
Yes, the -S suffix provides a built-in magnet for CMSG, DMSG and EMSG switches. The adjustable air cushion at both ends only decelerates the piston near stroke end to reduce shock; it is not a lock or brake. For position holding on air loss, install an external rod lock or pilot check valve.
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