Airtac MIC Cushioned Mini Cylinder MIC16X230SU
The AirTAC Airtac MIC Cushioned Mini Cylinder MIC16X230SU is a genuine double acting + cushion round-body mini air cylinder with a Ø16mm bore and 230mm 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
- Stroke230 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 MIC16X230SU
Dialing in end-of-stroke deceleration is effortless with the AirTAC MIC16X230SU, a double-acting round-body mini cylinder built with a stainless-steel barrel and rod for mild washdown resistance. A needle-set variable air cushion at both ends absorbs high-speed shock, protecting your payload far better than a fixed rubber bumper. Delivering 100.5 N of push force at 0.5 MPa, it yields a safe working load of roughly 60 N, lifting about 5.1 kg vertically with a 2:1 safety margin.
This 16 mm bore unit features a 230 mm stroke, a 6 mm piston rod, and an M5×0.8 port. Because the bore falls within the Ø8-Ø25 range, it conforms to the ISO 6432 mini-cylinder mounting interface, dropping directly into standard brackets and clevises. The -S suffix equips the piston with a built-in magnet for CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG position switches, while the U back cover provides a 90-degree mounting and port orientation for tight machinery layouts.
Airtac MIC Cushioned Mini Cylinder MIC16X230SU Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MIC Cushioned Mini Cylinder MIC16X230SU |
|---|---|
| Series | MIC ISO 6432 mini cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø16 mm |
| Stroke | 230 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 MIC16X230SU
| 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 MIC16X230SU Is Used
Light-Actuation Assembly
Moves 5 kg jigs along a 230 mm stroke at high cycle rates, relying on the adjustable air cushion to prevent end-of-stroke impact damage.
Carton Flap Folding
Drives light folding arms in dusty packaging lines where the stainless-steel round body resists mild corrosion and debris buildup.
Small Parts Ejection
Pushes delicate molded parts out of a fixture using a 60 N safe working load, with the U back cover fitting neatly into the machine frame.
Is the Airtac MIC Cushioned Mini Cylinder MIC16X230SU the Right Cylinder?
If you need to step down from this 16 mm bore, the smaller 10 mm and 12 mm sizes lack the adjustable cushion feature entirely, leaving you with fixed bumper stops. Stepping up to the MIC20X50 increases your 0.5 MPa push force significantly to 157 N. The adjustable cushion matters most when cycling at high speeds or moving heavier masses, allowing you to fine-tune the deceleration profile to eliminate banging. Note that the air cushion only decelerates the piston near the stroke end; it is not a brake. If your application must hold a vertical load during air loss, install an external rod lock or a pilot-operated check valve. For mounting flexibility beyond the U back cover, you can utilize 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 MIC16X230SU FAQ
This 16 mm bore cylinder features an M5×0.8 port and an M6x1.0 male rod thread. It generates a push force of 100.5 N and a pull force of 86.4 N at 0.5 MPa. At 0.7 MPa, the push force is 140.7 N and the pull force is 120.9 N. The theoretical maximum force is 20.5 kgf at 1.0 MPa.
The -S suffix indicates a built-in piston magnet for CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG electronic or reed switches. Instead of a fixed bumper, it uses a needle-set variable air cushion at both ends to decelerate the piston smoothly at high speeds, reducing noise and protecting the load.
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