Airtac MIC Cushioned Mini Cylinder MIC16X220SCA
The AirTAC Airtac MIC Cushioned Mini Cylinder MIC16X220SCA is a genuine double acting + cushion round-body mini air cylinder with a Ø16mm bore and 220mm 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
- Stroke220 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 MIC16X220SCA
Delivering 140.7 N of push force at 0.7 MPa, the AirTAC MIC16X220SCA is a double-acting round-body mini cylinder built for demanding motion tasks. A built-in piston magnet (-S) enables seamless integration with CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG switches for position sensing, while the CA rear pivot cover simplifies clevis mounting. It features a 16 mm bore, a 220 mm stroke, and an M5×0.8 port.
The defining trait of this stainless-steel unit is the adjustable air cushion at both ends. By turning a needle valve, you tune the end-of-stroke deceleration to eliminate hard shocks at high speeds, protecting your payload far better than a fixed bumper. The corrosion-resistant rolled barrel and rod handle mild washdowns. For vertical moves, expect a safe working load of about 60 N, lifting roughly 5.1 kg with a 2:1 safety margin.
Airtac MIC Cushioned Mini Cylinder MIC16X220SCA Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MIC Cushioned Mini Cylinder MIC16X220SCA |
|---|---|
| Series | MIC ISO 6432 mini cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø16 mm |
| Stroke | 220 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 MIC16X220SCA
| MIC | ISO 6432 round-body mini cylinder (double-acting, variable cushion). |
|---|---|
| 16 | Bore size in mm. |
| ×220 | 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 MIC16X220SCA Is Used
Light-Part Ejection
Tuned cushions allow this 100.5 N push cylinder to snap small plastic parts out of a mold at high speed without bouncing them back into the cavity.
Package Deflection
Ideal for tapping light cardboard boxes down a sorting line, where the adjustable end-cushion prevents denting the packaging on impact.
Lab Sample Routing
The stainless build resists mild cleaning agents, while the smooth needle-set deceleration safely pushes delicate glass vials into a testing carousel.
Is the Airtac MIC Cushioned Mini Cylinder MIC16X220SCA the Right Cylinder?
If your payload is lighter, dropping to an MI bumper mini avoids cushion tuning but sacrifices shock absorption. Stepping up to the MIC20X50 class raises push force to 157 N at 0.5 MPa if you need more muscle. The variable cushion on this 16 mm bore is essential when cycling at high speeds or moving fragile parts, letting you dial in smooth stops. It conforms to the ISO 6432 mounting interface for easy bracket swaps.
Remember that the air cushion only decelerates the piston near the stroke end; it does not function as a brake. If air pressure drops, the rod will drift, so install an external rod lock or pilot check valve to hold a suspended load. Choose the -S magnet option here to use CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG 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 MIC16X220SCA FAQ
This 16 mm bore cylinder has an M5×0.8 port and a 220 mm stroke. It generates 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.
No. The adjustable air cushion only decelerates the piston near the end of the stroke; it is not a brake. If air is lost, the rod will drift. You must use an external rod lock or pilot check valve to hold a suspended load. The -S magnet allows position sensing.
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