Airtac MIC Cushioned Mini Cylinder MIC16X360SU
The AirTAC Airtac MIC Cushioned Mini Cylinder MIC16X360SU is a genuine double acting + cushion round-body mini air cylinder with a Ø16mm bore and 360mm 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
- Stroke360 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 MIC16X360SU
Designed for compact automation, the AirTAC MIC16X360SU brings adjustable air cushioning to the smallest bore in the MIC family. Tuning the cushion needles at both ends lets you decelerate a fast-moving load smoothly, dropping end-of-stroke shock and noise that a fixed bumper cannot absorb. The stainless steel round barrel and Ø6 mm piston rod shrug off mild washdown and corrosion, and the built-in magnet (-S) supports CMSG, DMSG, and EMSG position switches.
At Ø16, this double-acting cylinder pushes 100.5 N and pulls 86.4 N at 0.5 MPa. That translates to a safe working load of about 60 N, or roughly 5.1 kg of vertical lift with a 2:1 safety margin. The 360 mm stroke operates at 30-800 mm/s, fed by an M5×0.8 port. The U-style rear cover provides a 90-degree mounting orientation, and the body conforms to ISO 6432 mini-cylinder mounting dimensions for straightforward bracket interchange.
Airtac MIC Cushioned Mini Cylinder MIC16X360SU Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MIC Cushioned Mini Cylinder MIC16X360SU |
|---|---|
| Series | MIC ISO 6432 mini cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø16 mm |
| Stroke | 360 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 MIC16X360SU
| MIC | ISO 6432 round-body mini cylinder (double-acting, variable cushion). |
|---|---|
| 16 | Bore size in mm. |
| ×360 | 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 MIC16X360SU Is Used
Light-Part Ejection
Shoots small plastic or stamped parts out of a press area over the 360mm travel, relying on the tuned air cushion to stop the rod softly without banging the machine frame.
Package Diverting
Pushes lightweight cartons off a conveyor belt using the 100.5N push force, with the U-style rear cover allowing a tidy 90-degree mounting bracket alongside the track.
Lab Sample Handling
Moves sample trays through testing stations where the stainless build resists mild cleaning chemicals and the CMSG sensors detect the fully extended position.
Is the Airtac MIC Cushioned Mini Cylinder MIC16X360SU the Right Cylinder?
Choose this Ø16 bore when you need light-force, high-speed actuation over a 360 mm stroke. If your application requires even less force, the next size down is the MI bumper-only series, as the adjustable cushion build starts at Ø16. If you need more thrust, stepping up to the Ø20 MIC bore increases the 0.5 MPa push force to 157 N. The adjustable air cushion matters most when cycling quickly or moving a mass near the 60 N safe working load limit, preventing harsh impacts at the stroke ends.
Remember that the air cushion only decelerates the piston near the end of travel; it does not lock or hold the load. If power drops or the valve centers, the rod will drift, so fit an external rod lock or pilot-operated check valve for suspended loads. Because this SKU includes the -S magnet, you can directly mount CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG sensors for end-position detection.
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 MIC16X360SU FAQ
This double-acting cylinder has a 16mm bore, 360mm stroke, and an M5×0.8 port. The piston rod is 6mm with an M6x1.0 male thread. It pushes 100.5N and pulls 86.4N at 0.5MPa, pushes 140.7N and pulls 120.9N at 0.7MPa, and has a theoretical maximum force of 20.5kgf at 1.0MPa.
Yes, the -S suffix means it has a built-in magnet for CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG switches. The adjustable air cushion at both ends uses a needle valve to regulate deceleration, absorbing high-speed shock at stroke end. It is a cushion only, not a brake, so it will not hold the load if air pressure is lost.
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