Airtac MIC Cushioned Mini Cylinder MIC16X250SU
The AirTAC Airtac MIC Cushioned Mini Cylinder MIC16X250SU 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 MIC16X250SU
Built for compact automation, the AirTAC MIC16X250SU is a double-acting round-body mini cylinder featuring a 16 mm bore and a 250 mm stroke. Its stainless steel barrel and rod resist mild corrosion, making it suitable for washdown environments. A needle-set variable air cushion at both ends absorbs high-speed end-of-stroke shock, protecting your payload and cutting noise. The U rear cover provides a 90-degree port and mounting orientation for tight spaces.
Operating at 0.15-1.0 MPa, this ISO 6432 mounting-interface unit pushes 100.5 N and pulls 86.4 N at 0.5 MPa through its M5×0.8 port. For practical sizing, expect a safe working load of about 60 N, or roughly 5.1 kg of vertical lift with a 2:1 margin. The built-in piston magnet (-S) supports CMSG, DMSG, and EMSG switches for position sensing.
Airtac MIC Cushioned Mini Cylinder MIC16X250SU Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MIC Cushioned Mini Cylinder MIC16X250SU |
|---|---|
| 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 MIC16X250SU
| 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 MIC16X250SU Is Used
Light Part Ejection
Cycles small plastic components out of a mold at high speed, relying on the adjustable air cushion to prevent end-of-stroke impact damage.
Package Diverting
Pushes light cartons on a packaging line with a 60 N safe working load, using the U rear cover for a compact 90-degree mount.
Lab Sample Routing
Moves test tubes between stations where the stainless build resists mild corrosion from chemical washdowns during cleaning cycles.
Is the Airtac MIC Cushioned Mini Cylinder MIC16X250SU the Right Cylinder?
When sizing this 16 mm bore, dropping down to the smaller MI bumper version sacrifices the adjustable cushion entirely. Stepping up to the MIC20 bore raises the 0.5 MPa push force to 157 N if your payload exceeds the 60 N safe working load of this unit. The adjustable cushion proves essential when cycling at high speeds or moving heavy masses, allowing you to tune the deceleration profile perfectly.
Note that the air cushion only decelerates the piston near the stroke end; it does not function as a lock or brake. If your application must hold a load vertically during air loss, install an external rod lock or pilot-operated check valve. For position feedback, the -S magnet enables CMSG, DMSG, and EMSG sensors, while standard LB, FA, SDB, and TC mounts fit the ISO 6432 dimensions.
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 MIC16X250SU 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, push is 140.7 N and pull is 120.9 N. The theoretical maximum force is 20.5 kgf at 1.0 MPa.
No, the air cushion only decelerates the piston near the stroke end and does not act as a brake; you need an external rod lock or pilot check valve to hold a load on air loss. The -S magnet allows CMSG, DMSG, and EMSG switches to track position.
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