Airtac MIC Cushioned Mini Cylinder MIC16X50SCM
The AirTAC Airtac MIC Cushioned Mini Cylinder MIC16X50SCM is a genuine double acting + cushion round-body mini air cylinder with a Ø16mm bore and 50mm 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
- Stroke50 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 MIC16X50SCM
Dial in end-of-stroke deceleration with the AirTAC MIC16X50SCM, a double-acting round-body mini cylinder built with a stainless-steel barrel and rod for mild washdown resistance. It conforms to the ISO 6432 mounting interface, dropping cleanly into standard mini-cylinder brackets and clevises. The CM round rear cover keeps port orientation simple, while the M5×0.8 port feeds the 6mm piston rod.
At 0.5 MPa this 16mm bore generates 100.5N of push force, translating to a safe working load of about 60N or a 2:1 vertical lift capacity near 5.1kg. The defining feature is the adjustable air cushion at both ends: a needle valve lets you tune the exhaust to absorb high-speed shock, protecting your payload far better than a fixed bumper. Because this SKU includes the -S magnet, it is ready for CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG position switches.
Airtac MIC Cushioned Mini Cylinder MIC16X50SCM Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MIC Cushioned Mini Cylinder MIC16X50SCM |
|---|---|
| Series | MIC ISO 6432 mini cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø16 mm |
| Stroke | 50 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 MIC16X50SCM
| MIC | ISO 6432 round-body mini cylinder (double-acting, variable cushion). |
|---|---|
| 16 | Bore size in mm. |
| ×50 | 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 MIC16X50SCM Is Used
Small Part Ejection
Pushes lightweight plastic components out of a machining fixture at high speed, using the adjustable cushion to prevent the parts from bouncing off the stop.
Lab Dispenser Positioning
Moves a fluid dispensing head into place with a 5.1kg vertical lift margin, relying on the stainless rod to resist mild chemical splashes.
PCB Shuttle Transfer
Shuttles delicate circuit boards between inspection stations where the 100.5N push force is sufficient and the needle-set cushion stops the stroke cleanly.
Is the Airtac MIC Cushioned Mini Cylinder MIC16X50SCM the Right Cylinder?
If you need less force, the smaller bore options in this family are MI-only bumper models without adjustable cushions, making the MIC16X50SCM the baseline choice for smooth deceleration. Stepping up to the Ø20 bore raises the push force to 157N at 0.5 MPa if your payload exceeds the 60N safe working load. Select this cushioned variant specifically when cycling at high speeds or moving sensitive assemblies where impact noise is a concern. The 50mm stroke falls well within the 500mm maximum standard stroke.
Remember that the air cushion only decelerates the piston near the end of travel; it does not function as a brake or lock. If air pressure drops or the valve is centered, the piston will drift, so fit an external rod lock or pilot-operated check valve for suspended loads. For mounting, pair the -S magnet with CMSG/DMSG/EMSG sensors, and utilize LB foot, FA flange, SDB pivot, or TC trunnion hardware to suit your frame.
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 MIC16X50SCM FAQ
This 16mm bore cylinder features an M5×0.8 port and a 6mm rod with an M6x1.0 male thread. It generates 100.5N push and 86.4N pull at 0.5 MPa, 140.7N push and 120.9N pull at 0.7 MPa, with a theoretical maximum force of 20.5kgf at 1.0 MPa.
Yes, the -S suffix means a piston magnet is built-in, allowing you to mount CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG switches along the groove. The adjustable air cushion at both ends uses a needle valve to trap exhaust air, decelerating the load smoothly at stroke end without acting as a physical lock.
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