Airtac MIC Cushioned Mini Cylinder MIC16X25SU
The AirTAC Airtac MIC Cushioned Mini Cylinder MIC16X25SU is a genuine double acting + cushion round-body mini air cylinder with a Ø16mm bore and 25mm stroke, 1/8" 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 size1/8"
- Acting typeDouble acting + cushion
- Rod threadM6×1.0
- CushionVariable air cushion, both ends
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About the Airtac MIC Cushioned Mini Cylinder MIC16X25SU
Designed for high-speed actuation in tight spaces, this double-acting stainless-steel round-body mini cylinder features a needle-set variable air cushion at both ends to decelerate the piston smoothly. The Ø16 bore conforms to the ISO 6432 mounting interface, dropping directly into standard mini brackets and clevises. Its stainless barrel and rod resist mild corrosion and washdown environments.
Operating at 30-800 mm/s, the unit pushes with 100.5 N and pulls with 86.4 N at 0.5 MPa. This translates to a safe working load of about 60 N, lifting roughly 5.1 kg vertically with a 2:1 margin. The -S suffix indicates a built-in piston magnet for CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG switches, and the U back cover provides a 90-degree mounting orientation. Air connects via a 1/8" port.
Airtac MIC Cushioned Mini Cylinder MIC16X25SU Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MIC Cushioned Mini Cylinder MIC16X25SU |
|---|---|
| Series | MIC ISO 6432 mini cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø16 mm |
| Stroke | 25 mm |
| Acting type | Double acting + cushion |
| Port size | 1/8" |
| 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 MIC16X25SU
| 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 MIC16X25SU Is Used
Small Parts Ejection
Shoots light plastic or metal parts out of a machining fixture at speed, using the adjustable cushion to prevent bounce-back.
Package Diverting
Pushes small cartons on a conveyor line, where the 100.5 N push force and 25 mm stroke provide quick, short-stroke redirection.
Lab Dispensing Heads
Moves a dispensing nozzle in washdown test cells, relying on the stainless construction and 5.1 kg vertical lift capability.
Is the Airtac MIC Cushioned Mini Cylinder MIC16X25SU the Right Cylinder?
When sizing this 16 mm bore, stepping down is not an option within the MIC range because the smaller 8, 10, and 12 mm bores lack the adjustable cushion build and only offer the MI bumper style. If you need more force, the next step up is the MIC20, which raises the 0.5 MPa push force from 100.5 N to 157.0 N. Choose this cushioned model over a bumper version when driving heavier loads at high speeds to minimize end-of-stroke impact.
Remember that the air cushion only decelerates the piston near the stroke end; it does not function as a brake or lock. If your application must hold a load vertically during air loss, add an external rod lock or pilot-operated check valve. For position sensing, the -S magnet enables CMSG, DMSG, and EMSG switches, while the U back cover simplifies 90-degree mounting.
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 MIC16X25SU FAQ
At 0.5 MPa it provides 100.5 N push and 86.4 N pull. At 0.7 MPa it provides 140.7 N push and 120.9 N pull. The theoretical maximum force is 20.5 kgf at 1.0 MPa, and the air port size is 1/8".
No. The adjustable air cushion only decelerates the piston near the stroke end and acts purely as a shock absorber, never as a lock or brake. To hold a load vertically during air loss, you must install an external rod lock or a pilot-operated check valve.
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