
The AirTAC Airtac MIC Cushioned Mini Cylinder MIC20X250U is a genuine double acting + cushion round-body mini air cylinder with a Ø20mm bore and 250mm 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.
Built with a stainless-steel round barrel and rod, the MIC20X250U handles mild washdown environments while delivering a 157 N push force at 0.5 MPa. It features a 250 mm stroke, a 1/8 inch port, and a U-style rear cover for 90-degree mounting. This double-acting actuator conforms to the ISO 6432 mounting interface for standard mini-cylinder brackets.
A defining trait of this series is the adjustable air cushion at both ends. By turning a needle valve, you tune the end-of-stroke deceleration to eliminate high-speed shock and noise. For sizing, it provides a safe working load of roughly 94 N and lifts about 8 kg vertically with a 2:1 margin. Note this SKU lacks a magnet, so it cannot accept CMSG or DMSG switches.
| Model | Airtac MIC Cushioned Mini Cylinder MIC20X250U |
|---|---|
| Series | MIC ISO 6432 mini cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø20 mm |
| Stroke | 250 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. |
| ×250 | 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 rapidly deflect small cartons on a sorting line, relying on the cushion to stop the 250 mm stroke quietly.
Moves a small tool head at high speed to seat components, using the adjustable cushion to prevent impact damage at the stroke end.
Opens and closes access hatches in damp settings, benefiting from the stainless rod and barrel for mild corrosion resistance.
When sizing this 20 mm bore, dropping down to an MIC16 lowers the 0.5 MPa push force to 100.5 N, while stepping up to an MIC25 raises it to 245.3 N. The adjustable cushion is essential if you are moving loads at high speed over the 250 mm stroke, as it protects the machinery far better than a fixed bumper.
Because this is a non-magnet SKU, position sensing is impossible without switching to the -S variant. Also, remember the air cushion only decelerates the piston near the end of travel; it does not act as a brake. If you need to hold a load vertically during air loss, install an external rod lock or pilot check valve.
Quick checklist
This 20 mm bore cylinder uses a 1/8 inch port and an M8x1.25 male rod thread. It generates a push of 157 N and pull of 131.9 N at 0.5 MPa. At 0.7 MPa, push 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 unit does feature a stainless build and adjustable air cushions at both ends to manage shock.
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