
The AirTAC Airtac MIC Cushioned Mini Cylinder MIC16X300SCM is a genuine double acting + cushion round-body mini air cylinder with a Ø16mm bore and 300mm 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.
High-speed actuation meets smooth deceleration in the AirTAC MIC16X300SCM, a stainless-steel round-body mini cylinder equipped with a needle-set air cushion at both ends. As the adjustable-cushion variant of the MI series, it absorbs end-of-stroke impact to protect your payload and reduce noise. The Ø16 bore conforms to the ISO 6432 mounting interface, dropping directly into standard mini-cylinder brackets and clevises.
Built with a corrosion-resistant stainless barrel and rod, this double-acting actuator delivers 100.5 N of push force at 0.5 MPa, yielding a safe working load of about 60 N. It lifts approximately 5.1 kg vertically with a 2:1 safety margin. The 300 mm stroke falls within the standard range, and the -S suffix denotes a built-in piston magnet for position sensing. The CM round rear cover provides specific port and mounting orientation for tight spaces.
| Model | Airtac MIC Cushioned Mini Cylinder MIC16X300SCM |
|---|---|
| Series | MIC ISO 6432 mini cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø16 mm |
| Stroke | 300 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.
| 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.
| MIC | ISO 6432 round-body mini cylinder (double-acting, variable cushion). |
|---|---|
| 16 | Bore size in mm. |
| ×300 | 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.
Cushions the rapid extension of small plastic or aluminum parts out of a mold at speed, preventing the 100.5 N push force from cracking delicate components.
Swiftly knocks lightweight cardboard cartons onto a secondary line while the end cushion absorbs the shock, keeping the 6 mm rod from bouncing.
Stainless construction resists mild washdown, and the 300 mm stroke moves sample trays between stations with smooth, low-noise deceleration.
When sizing this 16 mm bore, stepping down is not an option for cushioned control—the smaller bores (Ø8/10/12) are bumper-only and lack the adjustable cushion. If you need more force, the next size up is the Ø20 MIC, which jumps to 157.0 N push at 0.5 MPa. Choose the MIC16X300SCM when operating at high speeds where a fixed bumper would transmit too much shock.
The adjustable 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 vertical load during air loss, add an external rod lock or pilot-operated check valve. This SKU includes the -S magnet for CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG switches. The 1/8" port and M6x1.0 male rod thread match standard mini-cylinder hardware.
Quick checklist
This double-acting cylinder uses a 1/8" air port and generates 100.5 N push / 86.4 N pull at 0.5 MPa, and 140.7 N push / 120.9 N pull at 0.7 MPa. The theoretical maximum force is 20.5 kgf at 1.0 MPa.
No. The adjustable air cushion only decelerates the piston near the end of the stroke; it is not a brake. The piston will drift on air loss. Use an external rod lock or pilot check valve for load holding. The -S magnet supports CMSG/DMSG/EMSG sensors.
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