Airtac MIC Cushioned Mini Cylinder MIC16X225U
The AirTAC Airtac MIC Cushioned Mini Cylinder MIC16X225U is a genuine double acting + cushion round-body mini air cylinder with a Ø16mm bore and 225mm stroke, 1/8" 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 size1/8"
- Acting typeDouble acting + cushion
- Rod threadM6×1.0
- CushionVariable air cushion, both ends
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About the Airtac MIC Cushioned Mini Cylinder MIC16X225U
Tame high-speed end-of-stroke shock with the AirTAC MIC16X225U, a 16 mm bore double-acting mini cylinder built with a stainless-steel round barrel and rod for mild washdown resistance. A needle-set adjustable air cushion at both ends soaks up kinetic energy to protect your payload, setting it apart from fixed-bumper variants. It uses the standard ISO 6432 mounting interface, and the U back cover provides a 90-degree port and mounting orientation for tight spaces.
Delivering 100.5 N of push force and 86.4 N of pull force at 0.5 MPa, this unit handles light positioning tasks efficiently. The computed safe working load is about 60 N, meaning it lifts roughly 5.1 kg vertically with a 2:1 safety margin. It features a 1/8 inch air port and a 225 mm stroke. Note that this specific SKU lacks a magnet, so it cannot accept CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG sensors without switching to the -S variant.
Airtac MIC Cushioned Mini Cylinder MIC16X225U Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MIC Cushioned Mini Cylinder MIC16X225U |
|---|---|
| Series | MIC ISO 6432 mini cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø16 mm |
| Stroke | 225 mm |
| Acting type | Double acting + cushion |
| Port size | 1/8" |
| 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 MIC16X225U
| 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 MIC16X225U Is Used
Light Part Ejection
Pushes small plastic or aluminum parts out of a machining fixture at high speed, relying on the adjustable air cushion to prevent end-of-stroke impact damage.
Package Diverting
Actuates a lightweight diverter arm on a packaging line, using its 100.5 N push force to nudge small cartons without knocking them over.
Lab Sample Sorting
Moves test tubes or vials between processing stations, where the stainless build resists mild cleaning chemicals and the U cover fits tight 90-degree clearances.
Is the Airtac MIC Cushioned Mini Cylinder MIC16X225U the Right Cylinder?
When sizing this 16 mm bore, stepping down is not an option for cushioned models, as smaller bores only offer the fixed-bumper MI series. If your application requires more force, the next size up is the MIC20, which provides 157 N of push at 0.5 MPa compared to the 100.5 N offered here. The adjustable air cushion matters most when driving heavier loads at high speeds up to 800 mm/s, where a fixed bumper would transmit damaging shock. Choose the -S magnet version if you need position sensing.
Remember that the air cushion only decelerates the piston near the stroke end; it does not act as a brake. If air pressure drops, the piston will drift and cannot hold a load. For vertical or suspended loads that must remain fixed during air loss, add an external rod lock or a pilot-operated check valve. You can mount this cylinder using LB foot, FA flange, SDB pivot, or TC trunnion hardware.
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 MIC16X225U FAQ
This 16 mm bore cylinder features a 1/8 inch air port and an M6x1.0 male 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, with a theoretical maximum force of 20.5 kgf at 1.0 MPa.
No, this specific SKU does not include a piston magnet, so it cannot accept CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG switches. You must select the MIC16X225U-S variant to enable magnetic sensing. The adjustable air cushions at both ends function normally regardless of the magnet.
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