Airtac MIC Cushioned Mini Cylinder MIC16X30U
The AirTAC Airtac MIC Cushioned Mini Cylinder MIC16X30U 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 MIC16X30U
Dial in end-of-stroke deceleration with the AirTAC MIC16X30U, a double-acting round-body mini cylinder built with a stainless-steel barrel and rod for mild washdown resistance. Unlike a fixed bumper, its adjustable air cushion at both ends uses a needle valve to absorb high-speed shock, protecting your payload and lowering acoustic noise. The U-style back cover provides a 90-degree port and mounting orientation for tight spatial constraints.
Designed around the ISO 6432 mounting interface for standard mini-cylinder brackets, this Ø16 bore 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 yields a safe working load of roughly 60 N, or about 5.1 kg of vertical lift with a 2:1 margin. Note that this specific SKU lacks a magnet, so it cannot host CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG sensors without upgrading to the -S variant.
Airtac MIC Cushioned Mini Cylinder MIC16X30U Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MIC Cushioned Mini Cylinder MIC16X30U |
|---|---|
| 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 MIC16X30U
| 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 MIC16X30U Is Used
Light Part Ejection
Uses the 100.5 N push force to knock small plastic parts out of a mold, relying on the adjustable air cushion to prevent impact bounce at 800 mm/s.
Package Diverting
Pushes lightweight cartons on a sorting line where the stainless build withstands occasional washdowns and the U cover fits a 90-degree mount.
Small Component Pressing
Seats delicate electronic connectors with a 60 N safe working load, using the needle valve to soften the end-of-stroke shock and avoid cracking housings.
Is the Airtac MIC Cushioned Mini Cylinder MIC16X30U the Right Cylinder?
When sizing this 30 mm stroke actuator, step down to an MI bumper mini cylinder if you only need fixed end-stops and can sacrifice the adjustable cushion. If your payload requires more punch, move up to the Ø20 MIC bore, which provides 157 N of push force at 0.5 MPa compared to this bore's 100.5 N. The needle-set cushion proves most valuable at high cycling speeds or when moving fragile masses.
Remember that the air cushion only decelerates the piston near the stroke end; it does not function as a brake or lock. If your system loses air, the rod will drift, so fit an external rod lock or pilot-operated check valve for suspended loads. For mounting flexibility, pair the U back cover with LB foot, FA flange, or TC trunnion hardware as your frame allows.
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 MIC16X30U FAQ
This double-acting cylinder uses 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 yields 140.7 N push and 120.9 N pull, with a theoretical maximum force of 20.5 kgf at 1.0 MPa.
No, this specific SKU does not include a piston magnet, so it cannot accept CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG switches. You must select the MIC16X30U-S variant to enable magnetic sensing. The adjustable air cushion and stainless steel construction remain identical.
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