Airtac MIC Cushioned Mini Cylinder MIC16X8U
The AirTAC Airtac MIC Cushioned Mini Cylinder MIC16X8U is a genuine double acting + cushion round-body mini air cylinder with a Ø16mm bore and 8mm 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
- Stroke8 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 MIC16X8U
High-speed actuation demands precise end-of-stroke control, which the AirTAC MIC16X8U delivers through its adjustable air cushion at both ends. This double-acting, round-body stainless steel mini cylinder conforms to the ISO 6432 mounting interface for Ø16 bores, dropping directly into standard mini brackets. The riveted stainless barrel and Ø6 mm piston rod resist mild corrosion and washdown environments.
Operating at 30-800 mm/s, the needle-set cushion soaks up kinetic energy to protect your load, functioning purely as a decelerator rather than a lock. With an M5×0.8 port and an 8 mm stroke, it generates 100.5 N of push force at 0.5 MPa. This yields a safe working load of about 60 N, meaning it lifts roughly 5.1 kg vertically with a 2:1 safety margin. This specific SKU features a U-style 90-degree rear cover and lacks the -S magnet, so it cannot host CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG sensors.
Airtac MIC Cushioned Mini Cylinder MIC16X8U Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MIC Cushioned Mini Cylinder MIC16X8U |
|---|---|
| Series | MIC ISO 6432 mini cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø16 mm |
| Stroke | 8 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 MIC16X8U
| MIC | ISO 6432 round-body mini cylinder (double-acting, variable cushion). |
|---|---|
| 16 | Bore size in mm. |
| ×8 | 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 MIC16X8U Is Used
Small Part Ejection
Uses the 8 mm stroke to rapidly push lightweight plastic components out of a mold, relying on the adjustable cushion to prevent end-of-stroke bouncing.
Deflector Flap Actuation
Pivots a small diverter flap on a packaging line with a 60 N safe working load, absorbing high-speed impacts quietly via the needle-set cushion.
Lab Dispenser Tapping
Taps a vial cap into place during high-speed laboratory filling, where the stainless build resists mild chemical splashes and the cushion protects the glass.
Is the Airtac MIC Cushioned Mini Cylinder MIC16X8U the Right Cylinder?
When sizing this 16 mm bore, stepping down is not an option within the MIC family because the cushion build is not offered in Ø8, Ø10, or Ø12; you would have to drop to the MI bumper-style mini cylinder. If your application requires more force, the next size up is the MIC20X50, which increases push force to 157.0 N at 0.5 MPa. Choose this Ø16 model for high-speed, short-stroke tasks where shock absorption is critical. Remember that the air cushion only decelerates the piston near the stroke end; it does not hold the load. If air pressure drops, the piston will drift, so integrate an external rod lock or pilot-operated check valve for suspended loads. Mounting options include LB foot, FA flange, SDB pivot, and TC trunnion brackets.
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 MIC16X8U FAQ
This double-acting cylinder uses an M5×0.8 port and an M6x1.0 male rod thread. It generates a push force of 100.5 N and a pull force of 86.4 N at 0.5 MPa. At 0.7 MPa, the push force is 140.7 N and the pull force is 120.9 N. The theoretical maximum force is 20.5 kgf at 1.0 MPa.
No, this specific SKU does not include the -S magnet, so it cannot host CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG magnetic switches. You would need the -S variant for sensing. Additionally, the adjustable air cushion at both ends only decelerates the load; it does not function as a brake or lock.
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