
The AirTAC Airtac MIC Cushioned Mini Cylinder MIC16X50SUTC 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.
Designed for high-speed actuation where end-of-stroke shock must be controlled, this stainless-steel round-body mini cylinder features an adjustable air cushion at both ends. Tuning the cushion needle lets you decelerate the load smoothly, cutting impact noise and wear compared to a fixed bumper. As a double-acting actuator with a 16 mm bore, it provides 140.7 N of push force at 0.7 MPa and uses an M5×0.8 port.
The Ø16 mm body conforms to ISO 6432 mounting dimensions, dropping directly into standard mini-cylinder brackets and clevises. Its stainless barrel and rod resist mild corrosion and washdown environments. With a safe working load of roughly 60 N, it lifts about 5.1 kg vertically with a 2:1 safety margin. This SKU includes a built-in piston magnet for position sensing.
| Model | Airtac MIC Cushioned Mini Cylinder MIC16X50SUTC |
|---|---|
| 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.
| 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.
| 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.
Ejecting light plastic parts at high speed relies on the adjustable cushion to prevent endcap slamming, safely handling loads near the 60 N safe working limit.
Diverting small cartons on a conveyor benefits from the smooth deceleration provided by the dual needle valves, reducing product damage during rapid strokes.
Moving delicate lab tubes uses the stainless construction for mild washdown resistance, while the cushion absorbs kinetic energy to protect fragile items.
For lighter duty, the MI16 bumper version offers similar size but lacks adjustable cushions, making the MIC the superior choice when cycling at high speeds. If you need more force, stepping up to the MIC20X50 increases push force at 0.5 MPa to 157 N. Remember that the air cushion only decelerates the load near the stroke end; it does not function as a brake. If you need to hold a load vertically during air loss, add an external rod lock or pilot check valve.
This configuration includes the -S magnet for CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG switches. It comes with a U back cover for 90-degree port orientation and a TC trunnion mount, alongside an M6x1.0 male rod thread.
Quick checklist
The 16 mm bore double-acting cylinder uses an M5×0.8 port. 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.
Yes, the -S suffix indicates a built-in magnet compatible with CMSG, DMSG, and EMSG switches. The adjustable air cushion at both ends uses a needle to regulate deceleration, absorbing shock at high speeds without acting as a locking brake.
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