Airtac MIC Cushioned Mini Cylinder MIC16X300SU
The AirTAC Airtac MIC Cushioned Mini Cylinder MIC16X300SU is a genuine double acting + cushion round-body mini air cylinder with a Ø16mm bore and 300mm 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
- Stroke300 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 MIC16X300SU
Delivering 100.5 N of push force at 0.5 MPa, the AirTAC MIC16X300SU is a double-acting, round-body stainless steel mini cylinder built for demanding environments. Its stainless barrel and rod resist mild corrosion and washdowns, while the 1/8" port feeds a 6 mm piston rod. Because this 16 mm bore uses the ISO 6432 mounting interface, it drops directly into standard mini brackets and clevises without custom hardware.
The defining feature of this 300 mm stroke unit is the adjustable air cushion at both ends. By turning a needle valve, you tune the end-of-stroke deceleration to eliminate hard shocks at high cycling speeds, protecting your payload and cutting shop noise. For sizing, this bore yields a safe working load of about 60 N, lifting roughly 5.1 kg vertically with a 2:1 safety margin. The U back cover provides a 90-degree port orientation for tight routing.
Airtac MIC Cushioned Mini Cylinder MIC16X300SU Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MIC Cushioned Mini Cylinder MIC16X300SU |
|---|---|
| Series | MIC ISO 6432 mini cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø16 mm |
| Stroke | 300 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 MIC16X300SU
| 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.
Where the Airtac MIC Cushioned Mini Cylinder MIC16X300SU Is Used
Light-Part Ejection
Cycles at high speed to push small plastic or aluminum parts out of a machining center, relying on the tuned air cushion to prevent harsh impacts at the 300 mm stroke end.
Flap Deflection
Handles the rapid diverting of light cartons on a packaging line, where the 100.5 N push force is sufficient and the stainless build survives occasional washdowns.
Lab Sample Indexing
Moves sample trays horizontally between testing stations, using the U back cover for compact 90-degree port routing and the ISO 6432 bracket interface for easy mounting.
Is the Airtac MIC Cushioned Mini Cylinder MIC16X300SU the Right Cylinder?
When sizing this 16 mm bore, stepping down is not an option for cushioned models, as smaller bores (8-12 mm) only offer the bumper-style MI variant without adjustable cushions. Stepping up to the MIC20X50 increases your 0.5 MPa push force significantly to 157 N. Choose this 16 mm unit for high-speed, lighter-load cycling where the needle-set air cushion is essential to prevent end-of-stroke banging. The 300 mm stroke is well within the 500 mm maximum standard stroke for this bore.
Remember that the air cushion only decelerates the piston near the end of its travel; it does not lock or hold the load. If air pressure drops or the valve centers, the piston will drift, so fit an external rod lock or pilot-operated check valve for suspended loads. This SKU includes the -S magnet, allowing you to mount CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG sensors for position detection. You can pair it with LB foot, FA flange, SDB pivot, or TC trunnion mounts.
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 MIC16X300SU FAQ
This 16 mm bore cylinder features a 1/8" port and a 6 mm rod. It generates 100.5 N push and 86.4 N pull at 0.5 MPa, 140.7 N push and 120.9 N pull at 0.7 MPa, with a theoretical maximum force of 20.5 kgf at 1.0 MPa.
The adjustable air cushion only decelerates the piston near stroke end and does not act as a brake, so the cylinder will drift if air is lost; use a pilot check valve for vertical holding. This SKU includes the -S magnet for CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG position switches.
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