Airtac MIC Cushioned Mini Cylinder MIC16X40SCA
The AirTAC Airtac MIC Cushioned Mini Cylinder MIC16X40SCA is a genuine double acting + cushion round-body mini air cylinder with a Ø16mm bore and 40mm 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
- Stroke40 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 MIC16X40SCA
Taming end-of-stroke shock in tight spaces, the AirTAC MIC16X40SCA relies on a needle-set variable air cushion at both ends to decelerate high-speed loads smoothly. This double-acting round-body mini cylinder features a stainless-steel barrel and piston rod for mild corrosion resistance, using a 1/8" port and an M6x1.0 male rod thread. It conforms to the ISO 6432 mounting interface for standard mini brackets and includes a CA rear pivot cover for clevis mounting.
In the 16 mm bore class, it generates 100.5 N of push force at 0.5 MPa, making it suitable for light-duty positioning. For vertical moves, the cylinder lifts about 5.1 kg safely with a 2:1 margin, while the safe working load sits near 60 N. The -S suffix equips the piston with a magnet for CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG position sensing.
Airtac MIC Cushioned Mini Cylinder MIC16X40SCA Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MIC Cushioned Mini Cylinder MIC16X40SCA |
|---|---|
| Series | MIC ISO 6432 mini cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø16 mm |
| Stroke | 40 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 MIC16X40SCA
| MIC | ISO 6432 round-body mini cylinder (double-acting, variable cushion). |
|---|---|
| 16 | Bore size in mm. |
| ×40 | 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 MIC16X40SCA Is Used
Light Parts Ejection
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 retract stop at high speed.
Package Sorting Diverter
Swings a lightweight gate on a packaging line, where the CA rear pivot absorbs side loads and the stainless rod resists washdown moisture.
Small Component Pressing
Provides a steady 5.1 kg vertical pressing force for seating bearings or pins, using the ISO 6432 dimensions to fit standard clevis brackets.
Is the Airtac MIC Cushioned Mini Cylinder MIC16X40SCA the Right Cylinder?
When sizing this 16 mm bore unit, step down to an MI bumper-style mini if your cycle speed is low and shock is negligible, as there is no smaller MIC cushion variant. If your application exceeds the 100.5 N push force at 0.5 MPa, move up to the MIC20, which provides 157.0 N of push. The adjustable cushion is essential when operating near the 800 mm/s maximum speed or moving heavier masses, as it prevents harsh impacts. Remember that the air cushion only decelerates the load near the stroke end; it does not function as a brake or lock, so the piston will drift if air pressure drops. For suspended loads that must hold position during air loss, add an external rod lock or pilot-operated check valve. Mounting options include LB foot, FA flange, SDB pivot, and TC trunnion, and the built-in magnet enables CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG switches.
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 MIC16X40SCA FAQ
This 16 mm bore cylinder has a 1/8" 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 force of 20.5 kgf at 1.0 MPa.
No, the variable air cushion only decelerates the piston near the stroke end and is not 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. The -S magnet allows CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG sensors for position confirmation.
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