Airtac MIC Cushioned Mini Cylinder MIC16X85U
The AirTAC Airtac MIC Cushioned Mini Cylinder MIC16X85U is a genuine double acting + cushion round-body mini air cylinder with a Ø16mm bore and 85mm stroke, 1/8" 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 size1/8"
- Acting typeDouble acting + cushion
- Rod threadM6×1.0
- CushionVariable air cushion, both ends
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About the Airtac MIC Cushioned Mini Cylinder MIC16X85U
Delivering 100.5 N of push force at 0.5 MPa, this double-acting stainless steel round-body mini cylinder handles light actuation with precision. The 16 mm bore uses a 1/8" port and an M6x1.0 male rod thread. Because it lacks the -S suffix, this specific SKU cannot accept CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG magnetic sensors.
A defining feature of the MIC series is the adjustable air cushion at both ends, which allows you to tune deceleration and eliminate end-of-stroke banging at high cycling speeds. The riveted stainless barrel and rod resist mild corrosion, making it suitable for washdown environments. For practical sizing, expect a safe working load of about 60 N, lifting roughly 5.1 kg vertically with a 2:1 safety margin.
Airtac MIC Cushioned Mini Cylinder MIC16X85U Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MIC Cushioned Mini Cylinder MIC16X85U |
|---|---|
| Series | MIC ISO 6432 mini cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø16 mm |
| Stroke | 85 mm |
| Acting type | Double acting + cushion |
| Port size | 1/8" |
| 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 MIC16X85U
| 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 MIC16X85U Is Used
Small Parts Ejection
Uses the 100.5 N push force at 0.5 MPa to reliably kick lightweight plastic components out of a molding fixture without damaging the surface.
Package Diverting
Employs the adjustable air cushion to silently deflect small cartons on a high-speed sorting line, absorbing the shock of rapid direction changes.
Lab Sample Handling
Leverages the stainless steel construction and 5.1 kg vertical lift capacity to move test tubes smoothly in mildly corrosive or washdown settings.
Is the Airtac MIC Cushioned Mini Cylinder MIC16X85U the Right Cylinder?
When sizing this 16 mm bore, stepping down is not an option for cushioned models, as smaller bores rely on fixed bumpers. Stepping up to the MIC20X50 yields 157.0 N of push force at 0.5 MPa, providing a larger 32.0 kgf maximum output if your load demands it. The adjustable needle cushion shines here when cycling at high speeds or moving sensitive masses, smoothly decelerating the piston rather than abruptly stopping it.
Remember that the air cushion only decelerates the stroke near the end caps; it does not function as a brake. If your application must hold a load vertically during a loss of air pressure, the piston will drift, so you should integrate an external rod lock or a pilot-operated check valve. This unit features a U-style 90-degree rear cover and uses standard ISO 6432 mounting dimensions for straightforward bracket 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 MIC16X85U FAQ
This 16 mm bore cylinder features a 1/8" port and an M6x1.0 male rod thread. 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.
No, because this model lacks the -S suffix, it does not have an internal magnet and cannot be used with CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG switches. You would need the -S variant to enable magnetic sensing.
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