Airtac MIC Cushioned Mini Cylinder MIC16X400SCM
The AirTAC Airtac MIC Cushioned Mini Cylinder MIC16X400SCM is a genuine double acting + cushion round-body mini air cylinder with a Ø16mm bore and 400mm 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
- Stroke400 mm
- Port sizeM5×0.8
- Acting typeDouble acting + cushion
- Rod threadM6×1.0
- CushionVariable air cushion, both ends
- No minimum order. A single piece can be ordered.
- Ready in 3–5 business days. That is the time we take to process the order and hand it to the carrier. Transit time after that depends on the destination.
About the Airtac MIC Cushioned Mini Cylinder MIC16X400SCM
Taming high-speed end-of-stroke shock in tight spaces, the AirTAC MIC16X400SCM relies on a needle-set variable air cushion at both ends to decelerate loads smoothly instead of slamming like a fixed bumper. This double-acting round-body mini cylinder features a stainless-steel barrel and Ø6 mm piston rod, offering mild corrosion resistance for washdown or humid settings. A built-in piston magnet allows position sensing.
Operating at the compact Ø16 mm size, it generates 100.5 N push and 86.4 N pull at 0.5 MPa. This translates to a safe working load of roughly 60 N, capable of lifting about 5.1 kg vertically with a 2:1 safety margin. It uses an M5×0.8 port, an M6x1.0 male rod thread, and conforms to ISO 6432 mounting dimensions for standard mini-cylinder brackets. The CM round rear cover provides flexible port orientation.
Airtac MIC Cushioned Mini Cylinder MIC16X400SCM Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MIC Cushioned Mini Cylinder MIC16X400SCM |
|---|---|
| Series | MIC ISO 6432 mini cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø16 mm |
| Stroke | 400 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 MIC16X400SCM
| MIC | ISO 6432 round-body mini cylinder (double-acting, variable cushion). |
|---|---|
| 16 | Bore size in mm. |
| ×400 | 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 MIC16X400SCM Is Used
Light Parts Ejection
Shoots small plastic or metal parts out of a press at high speed. The adjustable air cushion decelerates the 400 mm stroke to prevent the rod from snapping back violently.
Package Diverting
Pushes light cartons off a conveyor belt. The 60 N safe working load handles small boxes, while the stainless build survives mildly humid packing environments.
Lab Sample Sorting
Moves test tubes or vials between stations. The built-in magnet works with DMSG sensors to confirm position, and the ISO 6432 body fits tight machine clearances.
Is the Airtac MIC Cushioned Mini Cylinder MIC16X400SCM the Right Cylinder?
When sizing this 400 mm stroke unit, stepping up to the Ø20 bore increases 0.5 MPa push force to 157 N, while dropping to an Ø16 MI bumper version removes the adjustable cushion entirely. Choose this MIC model when cycle speeds push the 30-800 mm/s range and you need to dial out end-of-stroke impact. The -S magnet enables CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG switches; a SKU without S cannot take a sensor.
Remember that the air cushion only decelerates the load near the stroke end—it is not a brake. If air pressure drops, the piston drifts and cannot hold position. For vertical or suspended loads that must resist gravity on air loss, install an external rod lock or pilot-operated check valve.
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 MIC16X400SCM FAQ
This Ø16 mm bore cylinder has an M5×0.8 port and an M6x1.0 male rod thread. 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.
The variable air cushion at both ends uses a needle valve to trap exhaust air, decelerating the piston near stroke end to reduce shock. It is not a brake or lock. If air is lost, the piston drifts; for vertical loads, use an external rod lock or pilot check valve. The -S magnet supports CMSG/DMSG/EMSG sensors.
Authorized Export Seller
Genuine AirTAC parts produced by AirTAC factory.
1-Year Warranty
Covers non-human-caused product damage.
Fast Dispatch
Standard models are processed and dispatched in 3-5 business days.
Fast Reply
Most inquiries answered within 7-8 hours.
Request a Quote for Airtac MIC Cushioned Mini Cylinder MIC16X400SCM
Send us the quantity and destination. We confirm price, stock and lead time — usually within 7-8 hours.