Airtac MIC Cushioned Mini Cylinder MIC16X85SU
The AirTAC Airtac MIC Cushioned Mini Cylinder MIC16X85SU is a genuine double acting + cushion round-body mini air cylinder with a Ø16mm bore and 85mm 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
- Stroke85 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 MIC16X85SU
Damping high-speed strokes in compact spaces is the core strength of the AirTAC MIC16X85SU. This double-acting, round-body stainless steel mini cylinder features an adjustable air cushion at both ends, letting you tune the needle valve to absorb end-of-stroke shock and reduce noise. The Ø16 bore conforms to the ISO 6432 mounting interface, dropping directly into standard mini brackets and clevises. A built-in piston magnet (-S) enables position sensing with CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG switches.
Operating at 30-800 mm/s, it provides 100.5 N push and 86.4 N pull at 0.5 MPa via its M5×0.8 port. This translates to a safe working load of about 60 N, capable of lifting roughly 5.1 kg vertically with a 2:1 safety margin. The U-style 90-degree rear cover offers flexible port and mounting orientation. Note that the air cushion only decelerates the load near stroke end; it does not function as a brake, so an external rod lock or pilot check valve is required to hold position on air loss.
Airtac MIC Cushioned Mini Cylinder MIC16X85SU Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MIC Cushioned Mini Cylinder MIC16X85SU |
|---|---|
| Series | MIC ISO 6432 mini cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø16 mm |
| Stroke | 85 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 MIC16X85SU
| MIC | ISO 6432 round-body mini cylinder (double-acting, variable cushion). |
|---|---|
| 16 | Bore size in mm. |
| ×85 | 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 MIC16X85SU Is Used
Small Component Ejection
Sweeps light plastic parts from a mold at high speed, relying on the adjustable air cushion to prevent harsh end-of-stroke slamming on the 85 mm travel.
Package Diverting
Pushes small cartons on a packaging line; the 100.5 N push force at 0.5 MPa easily handles the roughly 5.1 kg vertical lift requirement with margin.
Lab Automation
Moves test tubes or light samples rapidly along the 85 mm stroke, where the stainless steel build resists mild washdown chemicals and the U-cover aids mounting.
Is the Airtac MIC Cushioned Mini Cylinder MIC16X85SU the Right Cylinder?
For lighter tasks, the MI16 bumper version lacks adjustable damping but handles basic low-speed moves. If you need more force, stepping up to the MIC20X50 yields 157.0 N push at 0.5 MPa. Choose this MIC16 model when cycle speeds are high enough that bumper impact would damage the load or create excessive noise. The adjustable cushion needle lets you dial in the exact deceleration curve. Remember that the cushion only slows the piston near the end of travel; it will not hold a load vertically if air pressure drops. For position holding, integrate an external pilot-operated check valve. The -S magnet allows seamless CMSG/DMSG/EMSG sensor integration.
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 MIC16X85SU FAQ
It features an M5×0.8 air port, an Ø6 mm rod, and an M6x1.0 male rod thread. 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.
The MIC has a variable air cushion at both ends; you turn a needle to set deceleration and cut high-speed shock. It only slows the piston near stroke end and is not a lock or brake. If you need to hold a load vertically on air loss, install an external rod lock or pilot check valve.
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