Airtac MIC Cushioned Mini Cylinder MIC16X325SU
The AirTAC Airtac MIC Cushioned Mini Cylinder MIC16X325SU is a genuine double acting + cushion round-body mini air cylinder with a Ø16mm bore and 325mm 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
- Stroke325 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 MIC16X325SU
Delivering 140.7 N of push force at 0.7 MPa, the AirTAC MIC16X325SU is a compact double-acting solution for rapid actuation. It features a 16 mm bore, a 325 mm stroke, and a stainless-steel round barrel and rod that shrug off mild washdown environments. An M5×0.8 port supplies air to the 6 mm piston rod.
The defining feature is the adjustable air cushion at both ends. By turning a needle valve, you tune the end-of-stroke deceleration to absorb high-speed impact, protecting your payload far better than a fixed bumper. With a 100.5 N push at 0.5 MPa, this unit handles a safe working load of roughly 60 N, lifting about 5.1 kg vertically with a 2:1 margin. The -S suffix adds a piston magnet for CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG position sensing.
Airtac MIC Cushioned Mini Cylinder MIC16X325SU Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MIC Cushioned Mini Cylinder MIC16X325SU |
|---|---|
| Series | MIC ISO 6432 mini cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø16 mm |
| Stroke | 325 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 MIC16X325SU
| MIC | ISO 6432 round-body mini cylinder (double-acting, variable cushion). |
|---|---|
| 16 | Bore size in mm. |
| ×325 | 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 MIC16X325SU Is Used
Light Part Ejection
Shoots small plastic parts out of a mold at high speed, relying on the adjustable cushion to prevent end-of-stroke banging on the 325 mm travel.
Package Deflection
Pushes light cartons on a sorting line where the 60 N safe working load is plenty, and the stainless rod resists ambient humidity.
Lab Sample Indexing
Moves test tubes between stations using the U-style 90-degree cover, with a DMSG sensor confirming the exact position.
Is the Airtac MIC Cushioned Mini Cylinder MIC16X325SU the Right Cylinder?
When sizing this 16 mm bore, stepping down is not an option for cushioned models, as the smaller 8, 10, and 12 mm variants only offer fixed bumpers. If your task needs more punch, the next size up, the MIC20, delivers 157.0 N push at 0.5 MPa. The adjustable cushion matters most when cycling at high speeds or moving a heavy load to the 325 mm stroke end, where shock must be smoothed out.
This SKU includes the U-style 90-degree rear cover for specific mounting orientations. Note that the air cushion only decelerates the piston near the stroke end; it does not lock or hold the load. If power drops, the rod drifts, so fit an external rod lock or pilot check valve for suspension. Because this is an -S model, you can directly mount CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG sensors.
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 MIC16X325SU FAQ
This 16 mm bore cylinder uses an M5×0.8 air port and an M6x1.0 male rod 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, the adjustable air cushion only decelerates the piston near the stroke end and acts purely as a shock absorber, never a brake. The rod will drift on air loss, so you must use an external rod lock or pilot check valve to hold a suspended load. The built-in -S magnet supports CMSG, DMSG, and EMSG switches.
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