Airtac MIC Cushioned Mini Cylinder MIC16X260SU
The AirTAC Airtac MIC Cushioned Mini Cylinder MIC16X260SU is a genuine double acting + cushion round-body mini air cylinder with a Ø16mm bore and 260mm 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
- Stroke260 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 MIC16X260SU
Designed for compact automation, the AirTAC MIC16X260SU is a double-acting, round-body stainless steel mini cylinder featuring a 16 mm bore and 260 mm stroke. A variable air cushion at both ends lets you dial in end-of-stroke deceleration, effectively soaking up high-speed shock to protect your payload and reduce noise. The stainless barrel and rod offer mild corrosion resistance, making it suitable for light washdown environments, and its dimensions conform to the ISO 6432 mounting interface for standard mini brackets.
Operating at 0.5 MPa, this bore generates 100.5 N of push force and 86.4 N of pull force, climbing to 140.7 N push at 0.7 MPa. For practical sizing, this translates to a safe working load of about 60 N, or roughly 5.1 kg of vertical lift with a 2:1 safety margin. The U-style back cover provides a 90-degree port orientation for tight routing, and the built-in magnet (-S) supports CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG position switches. Air connects via an M5×0.8 port.
Airtac MIC Cushioned Mini Cylinder MIC16X260SU Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MIC Cushioned Mini Cylinder MIC16X260SU |
|---|---|
| Series | MIC ISO 6432 mini cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø16 mm |
| Stroke | 260 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 MIC16X260SU
| MIC | ISO 6432 round-body mini cylinder (double-acting, variable cushion). |
|---|---|
| 16 | Bore size in mm. |
| ×260 | 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 MIC16X260SU Is Used
Light Parts Ejection
Uses the 100.5 N push force to knock small molded parts out of a fixture, relying on the adjustable cushion to prevent bounce-back at high cycle rates.
Package Diverting
Pushes lightweight cartons on a sorting line where the 5.1 kg vertical lift capacity and 260 mm stroke provide just enough reach without slamming.
Lab Sample Handling
Moves delicate vials or trays in washdown-prone lab settings, utilizing the stainless construction and tuned deceleration to avoid spillage.
Is the Airtac MIC Cushioned Mini Cylinder MIC16X260SU the Right Cylinder?
When sizing this 16 mm bore, stepping down is not an option within the MIC family, as smaller diameters lack the adjustable cushion build; you would have to drop to the MI bumper series. Stepping up to the MIC20X50 yields 157.0 N of push force at 0.5 MPa if your load exceeds the safe 60 N working threshold. The adjustable cushion is essential if you are cycling near the 800 mm/s maximum speed or moving a sensitive mass, allowing you to tune the needle for smooth stops.
Remember that the air cushion only decelerates the piston near the stroke end; it does not function as a brake or lock. If the air supply drops, the piston will drift, so fit an external rod lock or pilot-operated check valve for suspended loads. You can mount this unit using LB foot, FA flange, SDB pivot, or TC trunnion brackets, and the -S magnet enables solid-state or reed sensor tracking.
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 MIC16X260SU FAQ
This 16 mm bore cylinder uses an M5×0.8 air port. At 0.5 MPa it provides 100.5 N push and 86.4 N pull force. 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.
It features an adjustable air cushion at both ends that uses a needle valve to tune deceleration and absorb shock, but it is not a locking brake. Because this SKU includes the -S magnet, you can directly mount CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG switches for position detection.
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