Airtac MIC Cushioned Mini Cylinder MIC16X270CA
The AirTAC Airtac MIC Cushioned Mini Cylinder MIC16X270CA is a genuine double acting + cushion round-body mini air cylinder with a Ø16mm bore and 270mm 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
- Stroke270 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 MIC16X270CA
Dial in end-of-stroke deceleration with the AirTAC MIC16X270CA, a 16 mm bore double-acting mini cylinder built around a needle-set variable air cushion at both ends. Instead of a fixed bumper, you tune the exhaust bleed to smooth out high-speed 270 mm strokes, protecting the payload and dropping workshop noise. The stainless-steel round barrel and Ø6 mm piston rod supply mild corrosion resistance for washdown or humid settings.
This compact actuator conforms to the ISO 6432 mounting interface for standard brackets, uses an M5×0.8 port and an M6x1.0 male rod thread. Generating 100.5 N of push force at 0.5 MPa, it handles a safe working load of roughly 60 N. Factoring a 2:1 safety margin, it lifts about 5.1 kg vertically. This specific SKU lacks the -S magnet, so it cannot host CMSG, DMSG or EMSG sensors.
Airtac MIC Cushioned Mini Cylinder MIC16X270CA Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MIC Cushioned Mini Cylinder MIC16X270CA |
|---|---|
| Series | MIC ISO 6432 mini cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø16 mm |
| Stroke | 270 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 MIC16X270CA
| MIC | ISO 6432 round-body mini cylinder (double-acting, variable cushion). |
|---|---|
| 16 | Bore size in mm. |
| ×270 | 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 MIC16X270CA Is Used
Light-Part Ejection
Throws small plastic parts off a mold at speed. The tuned air cushion brakes the 270 mm travel softly, preventing the lightweight 5.1 kg payload from bouncing.
Package Sorting Diverter
Pushes light cartons onto a side belt. The stainless build handles dusty packing lines, while the M5×0.8 port delivers rapid cycling.
Lab Sample Shuttle
Moves delicate test tubes between stations. The adjustable needle eliminates end-of-stroke shock that could spill liquids during transit.
Is the Airtac MIC Cushioned Mini Cylinder MIC16X270CA the Right Cylinder?
When sizing this 16 mm bore, step down to an MI bumper-style mini if you can accept harder end stops and do not need cushioning. Step up to the MIC20 if you need more thrust (157 N push at 0.5 MPa). The adjustable cushion on the MIC16X270CA matters most when driving the 270 mm stroke at high speed or moving a sensitive load that cannot tolerate a sudden jolt. Note that the cushion only decelerates the piston near the stroke end; it is not a brake. If the load must hold position on air loss, install an external rod lock or pilot check valve.
The rear CA pivot cover suits clevis mounting for angular load alignment. You can pair the body with LB foot, FA flange, SDB pivot or TC trunnion brackets. Because this exact code omits the -S suffix, it has no internal magnet and will not accept position switches; order a -S variant if you require CMSG, DMSG or EMSG 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 MIC16X270CA FAQ
This 16 mm bore cylinder uses an M5×0.8 port. At 0.5 MPa it pushes 100.5 N and pulls 86.4 N. 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.
This specific SKU lacks the internal magnet, so it cannot accept CMSG, DMSG or EMSG switches; you need a -S variant for sensing. The variable air cushion at both ends uses a needle to restrict exhaust, decelerating the piston at stroke end to absorb shock. It is a speed damper, not a locking brake.
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