Airtac MIC Cushioned Mini Cylinder MIC16X300U
The AirTAC Airtac MIC Cushioned Mini Cylinder MIC16X300U 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.
- BoreØ16 mm
- Stroke300 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 MIC16X300U
Built for rapid linear motion, the AirTAC MIC16X300U is a double-acting, round-body stainless steel mini cylinder featuring a 16 mm bore and a 300 mm stroke. A variable air cushion at both ends lets you dial in the deceleration needle to absorb end-of-stroke shock at high cycling speeds, protecting the payload and reducing noise compared to fixed bumper designs. The stainless barrel and rod resist mild corrosion and washdown environments.
Operating at 0.15 to 1.0 MPa, this ISO 6432 mounting interface unit pushes 100.5 N and pulls 86.4 N at 0.5 MPa. For practical sizing, this translates to a safe working load of about 60 N, meaning it lifts roughly 5.1 kg vertically with a 2:1 safety margin. It uses a 1/8" port and a male M6x1.0 rod thread. Note this specific SKU lacks the -S magnet, so it cannot host CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG sensors.
Airtac MIC Cushioned Mini Cylinder MIC16X300U Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MIC Cushioned Mini Cylinder MIC16X300U |
|---|---|
| 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.
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 MIC16X300U
| 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 MIC16X300U Is Used
Light Transfer Gates
Ideal for shuttling small electronic trays horizontally at high speed, using the adjustable cushion to stop gently without jolting fragile components.
Lab Dispenser Arm
Moves a small fluid nozzle over a 300 mm range, relying on the stainless build for mild chemical splash resistance and the cushion for precise end positioning.
Small Carton Diverter
Pushes light packaging cartons off a conveyor belt, with the 90-degree U cover allowing tight side-mounting under the deck.
Is the Airtac MIC Cushioned Mini Cylinder MIC16X300U the Right Cylinder?
When sizing this 16 mm bore, dropping down is not an option within the MIC cushioned range, as the smaller Ø8/10/12 sizes only offer fixed bumpers. Stepping up to the MIC20X50 increases your 0.5 MPa push force significantly to 157.0 N. The adjustable air cushion is essential here if you are moving loads at the upper end of the 30-800 mm/s speed range over the long 300 mm stroke. The U-style back cover provides a 90-degree mounting orientation for compact spatial constraints.
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 vertical load during air loss or valve centering, the piston will drift, so you must add an external rod lock or pilot-operated check valve. Because this base SKU has no magnet, position sensing is impossible without switching to the -S variant.
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 MIC16X300U FAQ
This 16 mm bore cylinder uses a 1/8" port and a 6 mm rod with an M6x1.0 male thread. 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 of 20.5 kgf at 1.0 MPa.
No, this specific SKU does not include the -S magnet, so it cannot accept CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG switches. You would need the -S variant for magnetic sensing. The adjustable air cushion only controls end-of-stroke speed and does not lock or hold the load.
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