
The AirTAC Airtac MIC Cushioned Mini Cylinder MIC16X35SCM is a genuine double acting + cushion round-body mini air cylinder with a Ø16mm bore and 35mm 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.
Designed with a needle-set variable air cushion at both ends, the AirTAC MIC16X35SCM soaks up high-speed end-of-stroke shock to protect your payload. This 16 mm bore, 35 mm stroke double-acting actuator features a stainless-steel round-body barrel and rod for mild washdown resistance. It conforms to the ISO 6432 mounting interface, dropping directly into standard mini-cylinder brackets and clevises.
In the 16 mm force class, it generates 100.5 N push and 86.4 N pull at 0.5 MPa, peaking at a theoretical 20.5 kgf. For practical sizing, expect a safe working load of about 60 N, meaning it lifts roughly 5.1 kg vertically with a 2:1 margin. The M5×0.8 port and M6x1.0 male rod thread keep the pneumatic and mechanical hookups compact.
| Model | Airtac MIC Cushioned Mini Cylinder MIC16X35SCM |
|---|---|
| Series | MIC ISO 6432 mini cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø16 mm |
| Stroke | 35 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.
| 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.
| MIC | ISO 6432 round-body mini cylinder (double-acting, variable cushion). |
|---|---|
| 16 | Bore size in mm. |
| ×35 | 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.
Uses the 100.5 N push force at 0.5 MPa to knock small plastic parts from a mold, relying on the adjustable cushion to soften the return impact at high cycle rates.
Pushes lightweight cartons on a sorting line, where the stainless build resists humidity and the 5.1 kg vertical lift capacity handles small box transfers.
Secures delicate electronic housings during an assembly process, using the needle-set cushion to prevent crushing forces at the end of the 35 mm stroke.
When sizing this 16 mm bore, dropping down is not an option for a cushioned model, as the smaller 8/10/12 mm bores only offer fixed bumpers. Stepping up to the MIC20X35S gives you a stronger 157.0 N push at 0.5 MPa if your payload exceeds the 60 N safe working load. The adjustable cushion matters most when cycling at high speeds between 30-800 mm/s, where the needle valve lets you dial in deceleration to cut noise and impact.
Because this SKU includes the -S magnet, you can mount CMSG, DMSG or EMSG reed and electronic switches for position sensing. The CM round rear cover provides a basic back-end configuration. Remember that the air cushion only decelerates the piston near the stroke end; it does not lock or hold the load. If air pressure drops, the rod will drift, so fit an external rod lock or pilot-operated check valve for suspended loads.
Quick checklist
This 16 mm bore cylinder uses an M5×0.8 port. At 0.5 MPa it provides 100.5 N push and 86.4 N pull. At 0.7 MPa it provides 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 means it has a built-in magnet for CMSG, DMSG or EMSG switches. The adjustable air cushion at both ends only decelerates the piston near stroke end to reduce shock; it is not a brake. The piston will drift on air loss, so use a pilot check valve or rod lock to hold a load.
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