Airtac MIC Cushioned Mini Cylinder MIC16X250U
The AirTAC Airtac MIC Cushioned Mini Cylinder MIC16X250U 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
- No minimum order. A single piece can be ordered.
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About the Airtac MIC Cushioned Mini Cylinder MIC16X250U
Designed for compact automation, this double-acting stainless steel round-body mini cylinder features a 16 mm bore and a 250 mm stroke. A needle-set variable air cushion at both ends absorbs high-speed end-of-travel shock, protecting your payload while reducing noise. The stainless barrel and rod resist mild corrosion and washdown environments. Because this SKU lacks the -S magnet option, it cannot accept CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG position switches.
Operating at 0.15 to 1.0 MPa, the unit pushes with 100.5 N and pulls with 86.4 N at 0.5 MPa. This yields a safe working load of about 60 N, capable of lifting roughly 5.1 kg vertically with a 2:1 safety margin. It uses an ISO 6432 mounting interface for standard mini brackets, features an M5×0.8 port, and the U back cover provides a 90-degree rear port orientation.
Airtac MIC Cushioned Mini Cylinder MIC16X250U Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MIC Cushioned Mini Cylinder MIC16X250U |
|---|---|
| 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 MIC16X250U
| 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 MIC16X250U Is Used
Light Part Ejection
Uses the 100.5 N push force to eject small plastic parts from a mold, relying on the adjustable cushion to prevent slamming at high cycle speeds.
Package Diverting
Pushes lightweight cartons on a conveyor line, where the 5.1 kg vertical lift capacity and 250 mm stroke easily handle sorting transitions.
Lab Sample Handling
Moves delicate test tubes between stations, benefiting from the smooth deceleration of the dual air cushions and the washdown-resistant stainless build.
Is the Airtac MIC Cushioned Mini Cylinder MIC16X250U the Right Cylinder?
When sizing this 16 mm bore against adjacent models, dropping down is not an option for cushioned units since smaller bores only offer the bumper-style MI variant. Stepping up to the MIC20X50 increases your 0.5 MPa push force to 157.0 N if you need more thrust. The adjustable cushion proves essential when cycling at high speeds or moving delicate loads, but remember it only decelerates the piston near the stroke end and will not hold a load if air pressure drops. For vertical or suspended loads that must resist drifting during air loss, add an external rod lock or pilot-operated check valve. Mounting is straightforward via the U back cover and standard ISO 6432 brackets, but note this specific SKU cannot support magnetic sensing.
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 MIC16X250U 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, this specific SKU does not include a magnet. You must purchase an -S variant to use CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG switches. Additionally, the adjustable air cushion only decelerates the load near the stroke end and does not function as a braking lock.
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