Airtac MIC Cushioned Mini Cylinder MIC16X225SU
The AirTAC Airtac MIC Cushioned Mini Cylinder MIC16X225SU 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 MIC16X225SU
Delivering 140.7 N of push force at 0.7 MPa, the AirTAC MIC16X225SU is a compact double-acting actuator engineered for rapid cycling. It features a 16 mm bore, a 225 mm stroke, and an M5×0.8 port. The defining trait of this series is the adjustable air cushion at both ends. By turning a needle valve, you tune the end-of-stroke deceleration to absorb shock and reduce noise at high speeds, outperforming fixed bumper designs.
The riveted stainless-steel barrel and Ø6 mm piston rod resist mild corrosion and washdown environments. Because this is a 16 mm bore, it conforms to the ISO 6432 mounting interface, dropping directly into standard mini-cylinder brackets and clevises. The -S suffix means a piston magnet is installed, allowing CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG sensors to track position. For vertical lifting, expect a safe working load of about 60 N, which lifts roughly 5.1 kg with a 2:1 safety margin. The U back cover provides a 90-degree port and mounting orientation for tight layouts.
Airtac MIC Cushioned Mini Cylinder MIC16X225SU Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MIC Cushioned Mini Cylinder MIC16X225SU |
|---|---|
| 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 MIC16X225SU
| 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 MIC16X225SU Is Used
Light-Part Ejection
Shoots small plastic or metal parts out of a machining center at high speed, using the adjustable cushion to prevent the 5.1 kg load from slamming the end cap.
Flap Folding
Drives a cardboard flap folder on a packaging line where the 100.5 N push force at 0.5 MPa is enough to crease light materials without crushing the box.
Lab Sample Routing
Indexes test tubes or small vials between stations in a washdown-prone lab environment, relying on the stainless steel rod and barrel for mild corrosion resistance.
Is the Airtac MIC Cushioned Mini Cylinder MIC16X225SU the Right Cylinder?
When sizing this 16 mm bore, stepping down is not an option within the MIC family because the smaller Ø8, Ø10, and Ø12 bores lack the adjustable cushion build entirely (requiring a bumper-equipped MI cylinder instead). If you need more force, the next size up is the Ø20 MIC, which raises the 0.5 MPa push force from 100.5 N to 157.0 N. Choose the MIC16X225SU specifically when your cycle speed demands end-cushioning to protect the payload from impact damage.
Remember that the air cushion only decelerates the piston near the stroke end; it does not function as a brake or lock. If air pressure drops or the valve is centered, the piston will drift, so add an external rod lock or pilot-operated check valve for suspended loads. The U-type back cover sets the rear mounting plane at 90 degrees, and the included magnet (-S) is required for any CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG switch installation.
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 MIC16X225SU FAQ
This 16 mm bore cylinder has an M5×0.8 port and a male M6x1.0 rod thread. 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 force of 20.5 kgf at 1.0 MPa.
Yes, the -S suffix indicates a built-in piston magnet, allowing you to mount CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG switches directly to the body. The adjustable air cushion at both ends uses a needle valve to trap exhaust air, decelerating the piston smoothly at high speeds to reduce shock and noise.
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