Airtac MIC Cushioned Mini Cylinder MIC20X185SCA
The AirTAC Airtac MIC Cushioned Mini Cylinder MIC20X185SCA is a genuine double acting + cushion round-body mini air cylinder with a Ø20mm bore and 185mm 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.
- BoreØ20 mm
- Stroke185 mm
- Port size1/8"
- Acting typeDouble acting + cushion
- Rod threadM8×1.25
- CushionVariable air cushion, both ends
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About the Airtac MIC Cushioned Mini Cylinder MIC20X185SCA
Delivering 157 N of push force at 0.5 MPa, this double-acting stainless steel round-body mini cylinder is built for demanding 20 mm bore tasks. The 185 mm stroke operates at speeds from 30 to 800 mm/s, while the 1/8 inch port supplies air efficiently. A built-in piston magnet enables position sensing with CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG switches.
Twin adjustable air cushions let you dial in end-of-stroke deceleration to protect payloads from high-speed impacts. The stainless barrel and rod resist mild corrosion and washdown environments. It uses the ISO 6432 mounting interface for standard mini brackets, and the CA rear clevis simplifies pivot mounting. For vertical loads, expect a safe working lift of about 8 kg with a 2:1 margin.
Airtac MIC Cushioned Mini Cylinder MIC20X185SCA Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MIC Cushioned Mini Cylinder MIC20X185SCA |
|---|---|
| Series | MIC ISO 6432 mini cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø20 mm |
| Stroke | 185 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.
Theoretical Output Force (Ø20mm)
| 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.
Model Code: Airtac MIC Cushioned Mini Cylinder MIC20X185SCA
| MIC | ISO 6432 round-body mini cylinder (double-acting, variable cushion). |
|---|---|
| 20 | Bore size in mm. |
| ×185 | 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 MIC20X185SCA Is Used
Light Package Diverting
Ideal for rapidly pushing small cartons off a high-speed belt, using the adjustable cushion to stop the 185 mm stroke smoothly without jarring the mechanism.
Film Clamp Actuation
Provides a steady 157 N push to cycle packaging film clamps, where the stainless build withstands occasional washdown and the magnet confirms clamp position.
Small Component Ejection
Ejects lightweight machined parts from a fixture at speed, relying on the needle-set cushions to absorb end-of-stroke energy and protect delicate tooling.
Is the Airtac MIC Cushioned Mini Cylinder MIC20X185SCA the Right Cylinder?
If your application requires less force, the smaller MI16 bumper cylinder offers 100.5 N push at 0.5 MPa but lacks adjustable cushions. For heavier loads, stepping up to the MIC25 provides 245.3 N push at 0.5 MPa. Choose this 20 mm bore when your speed and mass demand precise shock absorption that a fixed bumper cannot provide. The -S suffix means the piston magnet is present and ready for CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG sensors.
Remember that the air cushion only decelerates the piston near the stroke end; it is not a brake. If air pressure drops, the piston will drift, so add an external rod lock or pilot check valve for suspended loads. The CA back cover pivot is ideal for articulating mechanisms.
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 MIC20X185SCA FAQ
This 20 mm bore cylinder features a 1/8 inch port and an M8x1.25 male rod thread. It generates 157 N push and 131.9 N pull at 0.5 MPa, 219.8 N push and 184.7 N pull at 0.7 MPa, with a theoretical maximum of 32 kgf at 1.0 MPa.
No, the adjustable air cushions only decelerate the piston near the end of the stroke and do not act as a brake. If air pressure is lost, the piston will drift. You must use an external rod lock or pilot-operated check valve to hold suspended loads safely.
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