Airtac MIC Cushioned Mini Cylinder MIC16X30SUTC
The AirTAC Airtac MIC Cushioned Mini Cylinder MIC16X30SUTC is a genuine double acting + cushion round-body mini air cylinder with a Ø16mm bore and 30mm 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
- Stroke30 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 MIC16X30SUTC
Delivering 100.5 N of push force at 0.5 MPa, the AirTAC MIC16X30SUTC is a compact 16 mm bore, double-acting stainless steel mini cylinder. It features an adjustable air cushion at both ends, allowing you to dial in the needle valve to absorb end-of-stroke shock at high cycling speeds. This protects your payload and significantly reduces noise compared to standard bumper cylinders. The stainless barrel and rod provide mild corrosion resistance for washdown environments.
Conforming to the ISO 6432 mounting interface, this 30 mm stroke unit drops directly into standard mini-cylinder brackets and clevises. It carries an -S suffix, meaning the built-in piston magnet supports CMSG, DMSG, and EMSG reed or electronic sensors. With a safe working load of roughly 60 N, it can lift about 5.1 kg vertically with a 2:1 safety margin. The M5×0.8 port and M6x1.0 male rod thread ensure straightforward integration.
Airtac MIC Cushioned Mini Cylinder MIC16X30SUTC Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MIC Cushioned Mini Cylinder MIC16X30SUTC |
|---|---|
| Series | MIC ISO 6432 mini cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø16 mm |
| Stroke | 30 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 MIC16X30SUTC
| MIC | ISO 6432 round-body mini cylinder (double-acting, variable cushion). |
|---|---|
| 16 | Bore size in mm. |
| ×30 | 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 MIC16X30SUTC Is Used
Small Part Ejection
Cycles at high speed to push light electronic components out of a machining fixture, using the adjustable cushion to prevent the 5.1 kg load limit from bouncing at stroke end.
Package Diverting
Actuates a lightweight routing gate on a packaging line, where the ISO 6432 dimensions allow easy bracket swapping and the stainless build resists humid factory air.
Lab Sample Handling
Moves delicate test tubes or vials smoothly, relying on the needle-set air cushion to decelerate the 30 mm stroke gently without cracking the glass.
Is the Airtac MIC Cushioned Mini Cylinder MIC16X30SUTC the Right Cylinder?
For lighter duty, the MI16 bumper version offers fixed rubber end-stop damping without the needle adjustment, whereas stepping up to the MIC20X50 yields 157 N of push force at 0.5 MPa. Choose this 16 mm cushioned model when your application runs at high speeds (up to 800 mm/s) and requires smooth deceleration to prevent impact damage. The U rear cover provides a 90-degree port orientation, and the included TC trunnion mounting accessory allows pivot articulation.
Remember that the adjustable air cushion only decelerates the piston near the stroke end; it is not a brake. If the air supply drops, the cylinder will not hold its load and the piston will drift. For vertical or suspended loads that must remain fixed during a pressure loss, install an external rod lock or a pilot-operated check valve.
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 MIC16X30SUTC FAQ
This 16 mm bore cylinder has an M5×0.8 port and generates 100.5 N push and 86.4 N pull at 0.5 MPa. At 0.7 MPa, it outputs 140.7 N push and 120.9 N pull. The theoretical maximum force is 20.5 kgf at 1.0 MPa.
Yes, the -S suffix indicates a built-in magnet for CMSG, DMSG, and EMSG switches. The adjustable air cushion at both ends only decelerates the piston near stroke end to reduce shock; it does not lock or hold the load. You need an external rod lock or pilot check valve to prevent drifting on air loss.
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