Airtac MIC Cushioned Mini Cylinder MIC16X230SCA
The AirTAC Airtac MIC Cushioned Mini Cylinder MIC16X230SCA is a genuine double acting + cushion round-body mini air cylinder with a Ø16mm bore and 230mm 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
- Stroke230 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 MIC16X230SCA
Built for rapid linear motion, the AirTAC MIC16X230SCA is a stainless-steel round-body mini cylinder featuring a double-acting piston and a 230 mm stroke. It conforms to the ISO 6432 mounting interface for Ø16 bores, dropping cleanly into standard mini brackets and clevises. The CA rear pivot cover adds flexible rear-clevis mounting, while the 1/8" port ensures reliable airflow.
A defining trait of this unit is the adjustable air cushion at both ends. By turning a needle valve, you tune the end-of-stroke deceleration to absorb high-speed shock, protecting the load and reducing noise far better than a fixed rubber bumper. Delivering 100.5 N of push force at 0.5 MPa, it handles a safe working load of roughly 60 N. Vertically, it lifts about 5.1 kg with a 2:1 safety margin. The -S suffix means a built-in piston magnet is present, ready for CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG position switches.
Airtac MIC Cushioned Mini Cylinder MIC16X230SCA Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MIC Cushioned Mini Cylinder MIC16X230SCA |
|---|---|
| Series | MIC ISO 6432 mini cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø16 mm |
| Stroke | 230 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 MIC16X230SCA
| MIC | ISO 6432 round-body mini cylinder (double-acting, variable cushion). |
|---|---|
| 16 | Bore size in mm. |
| ×230 | 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 MIC16X230SCA Is Used
Light-Part Ejection
Shoots small plastic or stamped metal parts out of a fixture at high speed, using the adjustable cushion to stop the 6 mm rod softly without slamming.
Package Diverting
Pushes lightweight cartons on a sorting line where the 100.5 N push force at 0.5 MPa easily handles small boxes, tuning the cushion prevents bounce.
Lab Sample Routing
Moves test tubes or small vials between stations, benefiting from the stainless build resisting mild corrosion and the CA clevis allowing a pivoting arm.
Is the Airtac MIC Cushioned Mini Cylinder MIC16X230SCA the Right Cylinder?
When sizing this 16 mm bore, stepping down is not an option within the MIC family for cushioned models, as the smaller Ø8, Ø10, and Ø12 bores use fixed bumpers instead of adjustable cushions. Stepping up to the MIC20X50 increases your 0.5 MPa push force significantly to 157 N if you need to move heavier masses. The adjustable air cushion matters most when operating near the 800 mm/s maximum speed or driving a heavy payload, allowing you to dial out end-of-stroke impact. Remember that the cushion only decelerates the piston; it does not lock the rod. If your application must hold a load vertically during air loss, add an external rod lock or pilot check valve. This SKU includes the -S magnet for sensing, and you can pair it with LB foot, FA flange, SDB pivot, or TC trunnion mounts.
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 MIC16X230SCA FAQ
This double-acting cylinder uses a 1/8" air port and a 6 mm piston 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, with a theoretical maximum force of 20.5 kgf at 1.0 MPa.
No, the adjustable air cushion only decelerates the piston near the stroke end and acts purely as a shock absorber, never as a brake or lock. To prevent drift on air loss, you must install an external rod lock or pilot-operated check valve. The -S magnet enables CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG sensors for position feedback.
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