Airtac MIC Cushioned Mini Cylinder MIC16X40U
The AirTAC Airtac MIC Cushioned Mini Cylinder MIC16X40U 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
- No minimum order. A single piece can be ordered.
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About the Airtac MIC Cushioned Mini Cylinder MIC16X40U
Designed for high-speed actuation, this double-acting stainless steel round-body mini cylinder uses an adjustable air cushion at both ends to decelerate the load smoothly. The needle-set cushion absorbs end-of-stroke shock, protecting your equipment and reducing noise far better than a fixed bumper. It features a U-style 90-degree rear cover and a 40 mm stroke.
As a 16 mm bore ISO 6432 unit, it drops directly into standard mini-cylinder brackets and clevises. It pushes with 100.5 N and pulls with 86.4 N at 0.5 MPa. With a safe working load around 60 N, it lifts about 5.1 kg vertically using a 2:1 safety margin. The M5×0.8 port and M6x1.0 male rod thread provide easy connectivity. Note this SKU lacks a magnet, so it cannot accept CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG sensors.
Airtac MIC Cushioned Mini Cylinder MIC16X40U Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MIC Cushioned Mini Cylinder MIC16X40U |
|---|---|
| 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 MIC16X40U
| 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 MIC16X40U Is Used
Light Parts Ejector
Ejects small plastic parts at high speed. The adjustable air cushion silently stops the 5.1 kg load at stroke end without jarring the press frame.
Package Diverter
Pushes lightweight cartons off a belt. The 100.5 N push force at 0.5 MPa easily handles the mass, while the U-style cover aids clean port routing.
Lab Dispense Head
Moves a fluid dispense valve up and down. The stainless build resists mild washdown, and the cushion prevents liquid splashing on sudden stops.
Is the Airtac MIC Cushioned Mini Cylinder MIC16X40U the Right Cylinder?
When sizing this 16 mm bore, stepping down is not an option for cushioned models, as smaller bores use the bumper-only MI series. If you need more force, the MIC20X50 provides 157.0 N push at 0.5 MPa. Choose this cushioned variant if your cycle speed pushes the upper 30-800 mm/s range and you need to eliminate end-of-stroke banging.
The adjustable 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 check valve for suspended loads. Mounting options include LB foot, FA flange, SDB pivot, and TC trunnion. Because this specific SKU has no -S magnet, position sensing is unavailable.
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 MIC16X40U FAQ
This 16 mm bore cylinder uses an M5×0.8 port. At 0.5 MPa it pushes 100.5 N and pulls 86.4 N. At 0.7 MPa it pushes 140.7 N and pulls 120.9 N. The theoretical maximum force is 20.5 kgf at 1.0 MPa.
No, this specific SKU lacks the internal magnet, so it cannot accept CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG switches. You must order the -S variant for sensing. The adjustable air cushion at both ends only decelerates the load; it does not act as a brake or lock.
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