Airtac MIC Cushioned Mini Cylinder MIC16X250SCA
The AirTAC Airtac MIC Cushioned Mini Cylinder MIC16X250SCA is a genuine double acting + cushion round-body mini air cylinder with a Ø16mm bore and 250mm 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
- Stroke250 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 MIC16X250SCA
High-speed automation benefits from the adjustable air cushion built into both ends of this stainless steel round-body mini cylinder. By turning the cushion needle, you decelerate the piston near stroke end to absorb shock and reduce noise, outperforming fixed bumper designs. The Ø16 bore conforms to the ISO 6432 mounting interface, dropping directly into standard mini-cylinder brackets and clevises.
This double-acting actuator uses an M5×0.8 port and a 6 mm piston rod with an M6x1.0 male thread. It pushes with 100.5 N at 0.5 MPa, offering a safe working load of about 60 N. For vertical lifts, expect it to handle roughly 5.1 kg with a 2:1 safety margin. The -S suffix indicates a built-in magnet for CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG position sensing.
Airtac MIC Cushioned Mini Cylinder MIC16X250SCA Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MIC Cushioned Mini Cylinder MIC16X250SCA |
|---|---|
| Series | MIC ISO 6432 mini cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø16 mm |
| Stroke | 250 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 MIC16X250SCA
| MIC | ISO 6432 round-body mini cylinder (double-acting, variable cushion). |
|---|---|
| 16 | Bore size in mm. |
| ×250 | 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 MIC16X250SCA Is Used
Light-Part Ejection
Uses the 100.5 N push force to knock small molded parts from a die, relying on the adjustable cushion to prevent bounce-back at 800 mm/s.
Package Diverting
Pushes lightweight cartons on a sorting line where the 5.1 kg vertical lift capacity and ISO 6432 clevis mount ensure precise lateral movement.
Lab Sample Routing
Moves delicate test tubes between stations, using the needle-set air cushion to decelerate the 250 mm stroke smoothly without shattering glass.
Is the Airtac MIC Cushioned Mini Cylinder MIC16X250SCA the Right Cylinder?
When sizing this 16 mm bore, stepping up to the MIC20 provides 157 N of push force at 0.5 MPa for heavier loads, while dropping down requires the MI bumper-only series since no smaller MIC cushion variant exists. The adjustable cushion is essential when cycling at high speeds or moving delicate payloads, as it prevents harsh end-of-stroke impacts. A CA rear pivot cover is included for clevis mounting.
The air cushion only decelerates the piston near the stroke end and does not function as a brake. If your application must hold a load vertically during air loss, install an external rod lock or pilot-operated check valve. The -S magnet enables CMSG, DMSG, and EMSG sensors; a standard SKU without the S suffix cannot accept switches.
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 MIC16X250SCA FAQ
This 16 mm bore cylinder features an M5×0.8 port. 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 a brake. To hold a load vertically during air loss, you must add an external rod lock or pilot-operated check valve.
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