
The AirTAC Airtac MIC Cushioned Mini Cylinder MIC20X30SUTC is a genuine double acting + cushion round-body mini air cylinder with a Ø20mm bore and 30mm 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.
Designed for high-speed actuation, this double-acting stainless steel round-body mini cylinder uses a variable air cushion at both ends to decelerate the load smoothly. You can dial in the needle valve to absorb end-of-stroke shock, protecting your machinery and cutting noise far better than a fixed rubber bumper. The Ø20 mm bore delivers 157 N of push force at 0.5 MPa, making it a solid fit for moderate-duty positioning tasks.
Built with a corrosion-resistant stainless barrel and rod, it handles light washdown environments with ease. It conforms to the ISO 6432 mounting interface for Ø20, so it drops directly into standard mini-cylinder brackets and clevises. The -S suffix means a piston magnet is installed, allowing you to mount CMSG, DMSG or EMSG sensors for position detection. With a 1/8" port and an M8x1.25 male rod thread, it lifts about 8 kg vertically with a 2:1 safety margin.
| Model | Airtac MIC Cushioned Mini Cylinder MIC20X30SUTC |
|---|---|
| Series | MIC ISO 6432 mini cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø20 mm |
| Stroke | 30 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. |
| ×30 | 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 at 0.5 MPa to push small cartons off a high-speed belt, relying on the dual air cushions to stop the 30 mm stroke without slamming.
Ejects molded components from a press, where the stainless build resists shop coolant and the adjustable needle damps the rapid return impact.
Brings a sub-8 kg tool head down onto a fixture, using the TC trunnion to pivot and the U rear cover to orient the 1/8" air lines cleanly.
If you need less force, stepping down to the Ø16 bore drops the 0.5 MPa push force to 100.5 N, whereas moving up to the Ø25 bore raises it to 245.3 N for heavier payloads. The adjustable cushion matters most when driving this cylinder near its 800 mm/s speed limit or moving a substantial mass, preventing harsh impacts at the 30 mm stroke ends. Remember that the air cushion only decelerates the piston; it does not act as a brake. If your application must hold a load vertically during air loss, add an external rod lock or pilot-operated check valve.
This specific SKU includes a U-style 90-degree rear cover and a TC trunnion mount, giving you pivot flexibility right out of the box. Because it carries the -S magnet, you can fit reed or electronic switches directly into the slot. If you ever need a non-magnetic variant, a SKU without the S cannot take a sensor.
Quick checklist
This double-acting cylinder has a 20 mm bore and a 1/8" port. It generates 157 N of push and 131.9 N of pull at 0.5 MPa, or 219.8 N of push and 184.7 N of pull at 0.7 MPa. The theoretical maximum force is 32 kgf at 1.0 MPa.
Yes, the -S suffix indicates a built-in magnet for CMSG, DMSG or EMSG switches. The cylinder features a variable air cushion at both ends; you adjust a needle valve to decelerate the piston near stroke end, reducing shock. It is a deceleration device, not a locking brake.
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