
The AirTAC Airtac MIC Cushioned Mini Cylinder MIC20X20SCA is a genuine double acting + cushion round-body mini air cylinder with a Ø20mm bore and 20mm 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.
High-speed actuation demands precise end-of-stroke control, and the AirTAC MIC20X20SCA answers this with needle-adjustable air cushions at both ends. This double-acting, round-body stainless steel mini cylinder smooths out impacts far better than a fixed bumper, protecting your payload while cutting noise. It features a 20 mm bore, an 8 mm piston rod, and a 1/8 inch port.
Delivering 157 N of push force and 131.9 N of pull force at 0.5 MPa, it fits neatly into ISO 6432 standard mini-cylinder mounting interfaces. The stainless barrel and rod resist mild corrosion and washdown environments. For practical sizing, expect a safe working load around 94 N, lifting roughly 8 kg vertically with a 2:1 safety margin. The built-in magnet (-S) supports CMSG, DMSG, and EMSG position switches.
| Model | Airtac MIC Cushioned Mini Cylinder MIC20X20SCA |
|---|---|
| Series | MIC ISO 6432 mini cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø20 mm |
| Stroke | 20 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. |
| ×20 | 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.
Snaps light cartons across a sorting line at speed, using the adjustable cushion to prevent harsh slams that could scuff packaging.
Pushes machined components out of a fixture cleanly, with the end cushion absorbing the shock of the 8 kg working load at stroke end.
Actuates lightweight routing flaps in a distribution hub, relying on the stainless build to resist humid ambient conditions.
When sizing this 20 mm bore unit, stepping down drops you into the MI-only bumper style at 16 mm (100.5 N push at 0.5 MPa), while stepping up to the 25 mm MIC yields 245.3 N. Choose this 20 mm model when your load sits near that 94 N safe working threshold and you need the adjustable cushion to tame high-velocity impacts. The CA rear pivot cover suits clevis mounting setups.
Remember that the air cushion only decelerates the piston near the stroke end; it does not function as a brake. If air pressure drops, the piston will drift, so add an external rod lock or pilot check valve for strict load holding. Because this SKU includes the -S magnet, you can directly mount CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG sensors for position feedback.
Quick checklist
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.
The cushion only decelerates motion; it will not lock or hold a load if air fails, so you need a pilot check valve for vertical safety. The -S designation means it has a built-in magnet for CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG electronic and reed switches.
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