Airtac MIC Cushioned Mini Cylinder MIC16X40SUTC
The AirTAC Airtac MIC Cushioned Mini Cylinder MIC16X40SUTC is a genuine double acting + cushion round-body mini air cylinder with a Ø16mm bore and 40mm 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
- Stroke40 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 MIC16X40SUTC
Built for fast, compact actuation, the AirTAC MIC16X40SUTC is a double-acting round-body mini cylinder with a 16 mm bore and 40 mm stroke. A variable air cushion at both ends lets you dial in the deceleration needle to absorb end-of-stroke shock at high speeds, protecting your payload and reducing noise better than a fixed bumper. The stainless-steel barrel and rod shrug off mild corrosion and washdown environments, while the U-style rear cover and TC trunnion mounting provide flexible 90-degree load anchoring.
Operating at 0.15 to 1.0 MPa, this ISO 6432 unit 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 -S suffix means a piston magnet is installed, ready for CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG position sensing. Air connects via an M5×0.8 port, and the M6x1.0 male rod thread secures your tooling.
Airtac MIC Cushioned Mini Cylinder MIC16X40SUTC Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MIC Cushioned Mini Cylinder MIC16X40SUTC |
|---|---|
| Series | MIC ISO 6432 mini cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø16 mm |
| Stroke | 40 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 MIC16X40SUTC
| 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 MIC16X40SUTC Is Used
Light-Part Shuttle
Transfers 60 N electronic components between test stations at high speed, relying on the adjustable cushion to prevent end-of-stroke impact damage.
Pick-and-Place Tipper
Lifts and tilts 5 kg fixtures using the TC trunnion mount, with the needle-set deceleration ensuring smooth stops without jarring delicate assemblies.
Lab Dispense Head
Moves a fluid valve vertically in a washdown cell where the stainless barrel resists mild corrosion and the cushion prevents liquid splashing on sudden stops.
Is the Airtac MIC Cushioned Mini Cylinder MIC16X40SUTC the Right Cylinder?
When sizing this 16 mm bore, dropping down means moving to an MI-series bumper cylinder, which lacks the adjustable cushioning needed for high-velocity strokes. Stepping up to the MIC20X50 yields 157.0 N of push force at 0.5 MPa if your payload exceeds the 60 N safe working load. Choose this cushioned model when cycle speeds push the 30-800 mm/s range and a fixed bumper would transmit too much shock. It uses standard ISO 6432 mounting dimensions, so it drops directly into existing mini-cylinder brackets and clevises.
For vertical loads, remember this cylinder drifts if air pressure drops or the valve is centered. The needle-set cushion only decelerates near the stroke end; it acts as a shock absorber, never a brake. To hold a load securely during air loss, install an external rod lock or a pilot-operated check valve. The TC trunnion bracket pairs with the U back cover for pivoting loads, and the -S magnet enables electronic or reed switch tracking.
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 MIC16X40SUTC FAQ
This 16 mm bore cylinder pushes 100.5 N and pulls 86.4 N at 0.5 MPa. At 0.7 MPa, push is 140.7 N and pull is 120.9 N. The theoretical maximum force is 20.5 kgf at 1.0 MPa. It uses an M5×0.8 air port and features a 6 mm piston rod with an M6x1.0 male thread.
Yes, the -S suffix indicates a built-in piston magnet, allowing you to mount CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG switches for position detection. The adjustable air cushion at both ends only decelerates the piston near stroke end to reduce shock; it does not function as a brake or lock. If you need to hold a load vertically during air loss, use an external rod lock or pilot check valve.
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