Airtac MIC Cushioned Mini Cylinder MIC16X225SCA
The AirTAC Airtac MIC Cushioned Mini Cylinder MIC16X225SCA is a genuine double acting + cushion round-body mini air cylinder with a Ø16mm bore and 225mm 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
- Stroke225 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 MIC16X225SCA
Delivering 140.7 N of push force at 0.7 MPa, this double-acting stainless steel round-body mini cylinder is built for fast, repetitive motion. The Ø16 bore uses an M5×0.8 port and a 6 mm piston rod with an M6x1.0 male thread. It conforms to ISO 6432 mounting dimensions, dropping directly into standard mini-cylinder brackets and clevises.
A variable air cushion at both ends lets you dial in the needle valve to absorb end-of-stroke shock at high speeds, protecting your payload and reducing noise compared to a fixed bumper. The riveted stainless barrel and rod resist mild corrosion and washdown environments. With a 100.5 N push at 0.5 MPa, the computed safe working load is about 60 N, lifting roughly 5.1 kg vertically with a 2:1 safety margin. The CA rear pivot cover simplifies angular mounting, and the -S magnet supports CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG position switches.
Airtac MIC Cushioned Mini Cylinder MIC16X225SCA Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MIC Cushioned Mini Cylinder MIC16X225SCA |
|---|---|
| Series | MIC ISO 6432 mini cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø16 mm |
| Stroke | 225 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 MIC16X225SCA
| MIC | ISO 6432 round-body mini cylinder (double-acting, variable cushion). |
|---|---|
| 16 | Bore size in mm. |
| ×225 | 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 MIC16X225SCA Is Used
Light-Part Ejection
Ejecting small plastic parts from a mold at high speed. The adjustable cushion catches the 60 N working load smoothly at the end of the 225 mm stroke without slamming.
Package Diverting
Diverting light cartons on a stainless washdown line. The CA pivot bracket mounts cleanly to the frame, and the cushioning prevents shock damage to the diverter arm.
Small Component Sorting
Pushing lightweight electronic components into a bin. The CMSG sensor tracks the 225 mm stroke position, while the cushion silences the rapid cycling noise.
Is the Airtac MIC Cushioned Mini Cylinder MIC16X225SCA the Right Cylinder?
If your payload is lighter, the smaller bore in this family is the MI bumper-only series, as the adjustable cushion begins at Ø16. If you need more force, stepping up to the MIC20 yields 157.0 N push at 0.5 MPa. Choose this Ø16 model when you need crisp deceleration of a light load moving at 30-800 mm/s. The CA back cover provides a rear clevis joint for pivoting loads.
Remember that the air cushion only decelerates the piston near the stroke end; it is not a brake. If air pressure drops, the cylinder will drift and cannot hold position. For suspended or vertical loads, add an external rod lock or a pilot-operated check valve. The -S magnet is required for CMSG, DMSG, and 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 MIC16X225SCA FAQ
This double-acting cylinder has an M5×0.8 port and a 6 mm rod. 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, and a theoretical maximum of 20.5 kgf at 1.0 MPa.
No, the adjustable air cushion only decelerates the piston near the stroke end to reduce shock; it is not a brake and will not hold a load if air pressure is lost. Use a pilot check valve for holding. The -S designation means the cylinder has a built-in piston magnet, allowing you to mount CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG switches for position sensing.
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