
The AirTAC Airtac MIC Cushioned Mini Cylinder MIC20X175U is a genuine double acting + cushion round-body mini air cylinder with a Ø20mm bore and 175mm 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.
Handling mid-range actuation tasks, the AirTAC MIC20X175U is a double-acting, round-body stainless steel mini cylinder featuring a 20mm bore and 175mm stroke. A variable air cushion at both ends lets you dial in end-of-stroke deceleration with a needle valve, effectively soaking up high-speed shock to protect your payload and reduce noise. The stainless barrel and rod resist mild corrosion and washdown environments. It uses the ISO 6432 mounting interface for standard mini-cylinder brackets and features a 90-degree U rear cover for flexible port and mounting orientation.
Operating on filtered air at 1/8" ports, this unit pushes with 157 N of force at 0.5 MPa (pulling 131.9 N). That translates to a safe working load of roughly 94 N, allowing it to lift about 8 kg vertically with a 2:1 safety margin. Note that this specific SKU lacks the -S magnet, so it cannot accept CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG position sensors.
| Model | Airtac MIC Cushioned Mini Cylinder MIC20X175U |
|---|---|
| Series | MIC ISO 6432 mini cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø20 mm |
| Stroke | 175 mm |
| Acting type | Double acting + cushion |
| Port size | 1/8" |
| Rod thread | M8×1.25 |
| 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 | 157 N | 132 N |
| 0.7 MPa | 220 N | 185 N |
| Max (@1.0 MPa) | 32 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). |
|---|---|
| 20 | Bore size in mm. |
| ×175 | 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.
Uses the 157 N push force to deflect light cartons at high speed, relying on the adjustable cushion to prevent end-stroke slamming on the 175mm travel.
Ejects machined components from a fixture, where the needle-set deceleration protects delicate tooling from shock during rapid ejection cycles.
Raises lightweight access doors, lifting around 8 kg safely; the 90-degree U cover allows straightforward rear clevis mounting.
When sizing this 20mm bore unit, consider stepping down to the MIC16 if your load is lighter—it yields 100.5 N push at 0.5 MPa—or moving up to the MIC25 for heavier demands, which provides 245.3 N. The adjustable cushion is essential if you are cycling near the 800 mm/s maximum speed or moving a heavy mass, as it prevents harsh impacts. For this U-cover model, mounting options include LB foot, FA flange, SDB pivot, and TC trunnion brackets.
Keep in mind that the air cushion only decelerates the piston near the stroke end; it is not a brake. If air pressure drops, the cylinder will drift and cannot hold position. For suspended or vertical loads, install an external rod lock or a pilot-operated check valve. Because this is a non-magnet SKU, skip position sensing unless you upgrade to the -S variant.
Quick checklist
This 20mm bore cylinder features a 1/8" air port and an M8x1.25 male rod thread. At 0.5 MPa it pushes with 157 N and pulls with 131.9 N. At 0.7 MPa the push force is 219.8 N and pull is 184.7 N. The theoretical maximum force is 32 kgf at 1.0 MPa.
No, this specific SKU does not include a magnet, so it cannot accept CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG switches. You would need the -S variant for sensing. The adjustable air cushion at both ends functions only to decelerate the load near stroke end and does not lock or hold the piston in place.
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