Airtac MIC Cushioned Mini Cylinder MIC16X240SU
The AirTAC Airtac MIC Cushioned Mini Cylinder MIC16X240SU is a genuine double acting + cushion round-body mini air cylinder with a Ø16mm bore and 240mm 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
- Stroke240 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 MIC16X240SU
Driving small actuators at high cycle rates demands precise end-of-stroke control, which the AirTAC MIC16X240SU supplies through its needle-adjustable air cushion at both ends. This double-acting, 16 mm bore round-body stainless steel mini cylinder pushes with 100.5 N and pulls with 86.4 N at 0.5 MPa. It uses an M5×0.8 port and an M6x1.0 male rod thread. The stainless barrel and rod resist mild corrosion and washdown, while the U-style 90-degree rear cover simplifies port and mounting orientation. Because it conforms to ISO 6432 mounting dimensions, it drops directly into standard mini-cylinder brackets and clevises.
For sizing a light-load actuator, this unit yields a safe working load of about 60 N (60% of its 0.5 MPa push force) and lifts roughly 5.1 kg vertically with a 2:1 safety margin. The integrated -S piston magnet supports CMSG, DMSG, and EMSG reed or electronic switches for position sensing. Remember that the adjustable cushion only decelerates the piston near the stroke end to reduce shock and noise; it does not act as a brake. If you need to hold a load vertically during air loss, add an external rod lock or pilot-operated check valve.
Airtac MIC Cushioned Mini Cylinder MIC16X240SU Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MIC Cushioned Mini Cylinder MIC16X240SU |
|---|---|
| Series | MIC ISO 6432 mini cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø16 mm |
| Stroke | 240 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 MIC16X240SU
| MIC | ISO 6432 round-body mini cylinder (double-acting, variable cushion). |
|---|---|
| 16 | Bore size in mm. |
| ×240 | 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 MIC16X240SU Is Used
Light-Part Ejection
Shoots small plastic parts out of a mold at high speed, using the adjustable air cushion to prevent the rod from slamming harshly at full extension.
Package Diverting
Pushes lightweight cartons on a sorting line with a safe 60 N working load, relying on the U-style rear cover for tight 90-degree mounting.
Lab Sample Routing
Moves test tubes between stations with a 5.1 kg vertical lift capacity, where the stainless build resists mild chemical splashes during washdown.
Is the Airtac MIC Cushioned Mini Cylinder MIC16X240SU the Right Cylinder?
When sizing this 16 mm bore actuator, compare it against the larger MIC20, which raises push force to 157 N at 0.5 MPa for heavier slides, or the smaller MI12 bumper cylinder for lighter tasks where end-cushioning is less critical. The MIC16X240SU is ideal for high-speed moves where its 240 mm stroke and needle-set air cushions prevent harsh impacts. It operates at 30-800 mm/s. Match your mounting using LB foot, FA flange, SDB pivot, or TC trunnion brackets. Because this SKU includes the -S magnet, you can directly mount CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG sensors without modification.
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 MIC16X240SU FAQ
This 16 mm bore cylinder uses an M5×0.8 port and an M6x1.0 male rod thread. At 0.5 MPa it pushes with 100.5 N and pulls with 86.4 N. At 0.7 MPa the push is 140.7 N and pull is 120.9 N. The theoretical maximum force is 20.5 kgf at 1.0 MPa.
Yes, the -S suffix means it has a built-in magnet for CMSG, DMSG, and EMSG switches. The needle-set air cushion at both ends only decelerates the piston near stroke end to reduce shock; it is not a brake. You must use an external rod lock or pilot check valve to hold a load on air loss.
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