Airtac MIC Cushioned Mini Cylinder MIC16X25SCM
The AirTAC Airtac MIC Cushioned Mini Cylinder MIC16X25SCM is a genuine double acting + cushion round-body mini air cylinder with a Ø16mm bore and 25mm 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
- Stroke25 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 MIC16X25SCM
Dial in end-of-stroke deceleration on your compact machines with the AirTAC MIC16X25SCM. This 16 mm bore, 25 mm stroke double-acting cylinder uses a needle-set variable air cushion at both ends to absorb high-speed impact, lowering noise and protecting the payload better than a fixed bumper. The stainless steel round barrel and piston rod shrug off mild washdown and corrosion.
Operating at 0.5 MPa, it delivers 100.5 N of push force and 86.4 N of pull, peaking at a theoretical 20.5 kgf. That translates to a safe working load of roughly 60 N, letting you lift about 5 kg vertically with a 2:1 safety margin. Because this bore falls under the ISO 6432 mounting standard, it drops directly into standard mini-cylinder brackets and clevises. The -S suffix adds a piston magnet for CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG position sensing, while the CM round rear cover provides flexible port and mounting orientation.
Airtac MIC Cushioned Mini Cylinder MIC16X25SCM Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MIC Cushioned Mini Cylinder MIC16X25SCM |
|---|---|
| Series | MIC ISO 6432 mini cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø16 mm |
| Stroke | 25 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 MIC16X25SCM
| MIC | ISO 6432 round-body mini cylinder (double-acting, variable cushion). |
|---|---|
| 16 | Bore size in mm. |
| ×25 | 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 MIC16X25SCM Is Used
Small Part Ejection
Safely eject light plastic components at high cycle rates, relying on the dual adjustable air cushions to prevent end-of-stroke slamming and reduce machine noise.
Lab Sample Sorting
Use the 100.5 N push force to route light sample tubes, while the stainless build handles mildly humid cleanroom environments without corroding.
PC Board Handling
Shift delicate electronics across a conveyor with a safe working load of 60 N, using the -S magnet and DMSG sensors to confirm precise 25 mm movements.
Is the Airtac MIC Cushioned Mini Cylinder MIC16X25SCM the Right Cylinder?
When sizing this 16 mm unit, consider stepping up to the MIC20X25 if you need more force, as the 20 mm bore pushes 157 N at 0.5 MPa. Dropping down is not an option within the MIC cushioned range, as smaller 8, 10, and 12 mm bores only come in the non-cushioned MI bumper version. Choose this cushioned model specifically when cycle speeds are high enough that end-of-stroke shock would damage a standard cylinder.
Keep in mind the adjustable cushion only decelerates the piston near the end of its travel; it does not act as a brake. If your application must hold a vertical load during a loss of air pressure, install an external rod lock or a pilot-operated check valve. Beyond the built-in CM rear cover, you can mount this unit using LB foot brackets, FA flanges, SDB pivot blocks, or TC trunnions. It accepts M5×0.8 air ports.
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 MIC16X25SCM FAQ
This 16 mm bore cylinder pushes 100.5 N and pulls 86.4 N at 0.5 MPa. At 0.7 MPa, it pushes 140.7 N and pulls 120.9 N. The theoretical maximum force is 20.5 kgf at 1.0 MPa. It features an M5×0.8 air port and a 6 mm piston rod with an M6x1.0 male thread.
The MIC series features a variable air cushion at both ends that uses a needle valve to trap and bleed air, decelerating the piston smoothly at high speeds. It is strictly a shock absorber, not a locking brake. The piston will drift if air pressure is lost, so you must add an external rod lock or pilot check valve to hold a suspended load.
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