Airtac MIC Cushioned Mini Cylinder MIC16X350SCA
The AirTAC Airtac MIC Cushioned Mini Cylinder MIC16X350SCA is a genuine double acting + cushion round-body mini air cylinder with a Ø16mm bore and 350mm 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
- Stroke350 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 MIC16X350SCA
High-speed actuation meets smooth deceleration in the AirTAC MIC16X350SCA, a double-acting round-body mini cylinder built with a stainless-steel barrel and rod for mild washdown resistance. A needle-set variable air cushion at both ends soaks up end-of-stroke shock, protecting your payload far better than a fixed bumper. At 0.7 MPa it generates 140.7 N of push force and 120.9 N of pull force, making it a compact choice for lighter automation tasks.
This 16 mm bore unit features a 350 mm stroke, a 1/8" port, and an M6x1.0 male rod thread. Because it carries the -S suffix, it includes a built-in piston magnet for CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG position switches. The rear CA pivot cover provides a clevis mount, and the body conforms to ISO 6432 dimensions for standard mini-cylinder bracket interchange. Based on its 100.5 N push force at 0.5 MPa, it handles a safe working load of about 60 N, lifting roughly 5.1 kg vertically with a 2:1 safety margin.
Airtac MIC Cushioned Mini Cylinder MIC16X350SCA Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MIC Cushioned Mini Cylinder MIC16X350SCA |
|---|---|
| Series | MIC ISO 6432 mini cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø16 mm |
| Stroke | 350 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 MIC16X350SCA
| MIC | ISO 6432 round-body mini cylinder (double-acting, variable cushion). |
|---|---|
| 16 | Bore size in mm. |
| ×350 | 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 MIC16X350SCA Is Used
Light-Part Ejection
Cushions the 350 mm stroke impact when rapidly pushing small molded parts out of a machining center at high speed.
Package Deflection
Provides a 60 N deflecting force to gently route small lightweight cartons on a sorting line without crushing them.
Lab Sample Shuttle
Moves test trays between stations where the stainless build resists mild cleaning chemicals and the cushion ensures quiet stops.
Is the Airtac MIC Cushioned Mini Cylinder MIC16X350SCA the Right Cylinder?
When sizing this 16 mm bore actuator, compare it directly against the larger MIC20X50 class, which steps up to 157.0 N push at 0.5 MPa if your payload exceeds the 60 N safe working load. If your cycle demands high velocity, the adjustable air cushion is essential to prevent harsh impacts, operating effectively across the 30-800 mm/s speed range. Remember that the cushion needle only decelerates the piston near the stroke end; it does not function as a brake or lock.
If your mechanism must hold position during a compressed air loss, the piston will drift, so you should add an external rod lock or pilot-operated check valve. For mounting flexibility, pair the rear CA clevis cover with LB foot, FA flange, or TC trunnion brackets. Specify the -S magnet option if you need electronic or reed sensor feedback.
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 MIC16X350SCA FAQ
This 16 mm bore cylinder uses a 1/8" port. It delivers 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.
No, the adjustable air cushion only decelerates the piston near the end of the stroke and does not act as a brake. The piston will drift on air loss, so you need an external rod lock or pilot check valve to hold a suspended load.
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