Airtac MIC Cushioned Mini Cylinder MIC16X235CM
The AirTAC Airtac MIC Cushioned Mini Cylinder MIC16X235CM is a genuine double acting + cushion round-body mini air cylinder with a Ø16mm bore and 235mm 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
- Stroke235 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 MIC16X235CM
Designed with a needle-set variable air cushion at both ends, the AirTAC MIC16X235CM absorbs high-speed end-of-stroke shock to protect payloads and reduce noise. This double-acting round-body mini cylinder features a stainless-steel barrel and piston rod for mild corrosion and washdown resistance. It conforms to the ISO 6432 mounting interface for Ø16, dropping directly into standard mini brackets and clevises.
Delivering 100.5 N of push force and 86.4 N of pull force at 0.5 MPa, this 235 mm stroke unit is built for light-duty cycling. A practical computed insight: it handles a safe working load of roughly 60 N, meaning it lifts about 5.1 kg vertically with a 2:1 safety margin. The CM round rear cover provides specific port and mounting orientation, and the M5×0.8 air port matches the standard for this bore size.
Airtac MIC Cushioned Mini Cylinder MIC16X235CM Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MIC Cushioned Mini Cylinder MIC16X235CM |
|---|---|
| Series | MIC ISO 6432 mini cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø16 mm |
| Stroke | 235 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 MIC16X235CM
| MIC | ISO 6432 round-body mini cylinder (double-acting, variable cushion). |
|---|---|
| 16 | Bore size in mm. |
| ×235 | 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 MIC16X235CM Is Used
Light Part Ejection
Cycles 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
Pushes lightweight cartons on a sorting line where the 60 N safe working load easily handles small boxes without knocking them over.
Lab Sample Handling
Moves delicate testing trays horizontally, using the stainless steel construction and needle-set deceleration to ensure smooth, washdown-capable operation.
Is the Airtac MIC Cushioned Mini Cylinder MIC16X235CM the Right Cylinder?
Choose this 16 mm bore when your application requires the smallest standard cushioned option available, pushing 100.5 N at 0.5 MPa. If you need less force and can forgo the adjustable cushion, the smaller MI series bumper cylinder is the next step down. If your payload grows, stepping up to the MIC20 provides 157.0 N of push force at the same pressure. The adjustable cushion is essential here when cycling at high speeds near the 800 mm/s limit or moving delicate loads.
Because this specific SKU lacks the -S magnet, it cannot accept CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG sensors for position detection; you must select an -S variant for switch readiness. Remember that the air cushion only decelerates the piston near the stroke end—it is not a brake. If the air supply drops, the piston will drift, so fit an external rod lock or pilot-operated check valve for suspended loads.
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 MIC16X235CM FAQ
This 16 mm bore, 235 mm stroke cylinder features an M5×0.8 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 magnet, so it cannot accept CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG switches. You must purchase an -S variant for sensor mounting. The adjustable air cushion at both ends functions only to decelerate the load near stroke end, not to hold position.
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