
The AirTAC Airtac MIC Cushioned Mini Cylinder MIC20X450CA is a genuine double acting + cushion round-body mini air cylinder with a Ø20mm bore and 450mm 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 automation gets smoother with the AirTAC MIC20X450CA, a round-body stainless steel mini cylinder engineered for double-acting operation. Its defining feature is the adjustable air cushion at both ends; a needle valve lets you dial in deceleration to absorb end-of-stroke shock, protecting your payload and cutting noise better than a fixed bumper. The stainless barrel and rod resist mild corrosion and washdown environments, while the CA rear pivot cover simplifies clevis mounting.
Operating at 0.15 to 1.0 MPa, this Ø20 bore generates 157 N of push force and 131.9 N of pull force at 0.5 MPa. That translates to a safe working load of about 94 N, or roughly 8 kg of vertical lift with a 2:1 safety margin. It features an M8x1.25 male rod thread, an 1/8" port, and a 450 mm stroke. Note this SKU lacks a magnet, so it cannot accept position sensors; choose the -S variant if you need CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG switches.
| Model | Airtac MIC Cushioned Mini Cylinder MIC20X450CA |
|---|---|
| Series | MIC ISO 6432 mini cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø20 mm |
| Stroke | 450 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. |
| ×450 | 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.
Ideal for routing small to medium parcels on a 450 mm stroke at high cycle rates, where the adjustable cushion prevents jarring stops that could shift lightweight boxes.
Provides 157 N of push at 0.5 MPa for seating small bearings or clips, with the needle-set cushion ensuring delicate components are not crushed at the stroke end.
Lifts about 8 kg vertically with a 2:1 safety margin, using the CA clevis mount to pivot a small access panel smoothly without slamming at the top.
When sizing this unit, consider stepping down to the Ø16 bore if your payload is very light—it yields 100.5 N push at 0.5 MPa. If you need more muscle, the Ø25 bore offers 245.3 N push at 0.5 MPa. The adjustable cushion matters most when cycling at high speeds or moving heavy loads, preventing harsh impacts at the 450 mm stroke ends. Remember that the cushion only decelerates the piston near the end of travel; it does not lock or hold the load. If your application must prevent drift on air loss, install an external rod lock or pilot check valve.
The CA back cover provides a rear pivot point for clevis mounting, and you can adapt the unit with LB foot, FA flange, SDB pivot-block, or TC trunnion brackets. Because this specific SKU has no -S magnet, it cannot support magnetic sensing. For position feedback, you must select the -S version to use CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG switches.
Quick checklist
This double-acting cylinder has a 1/8" port and an M8x1.25 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, this specific SKU does not have a magnet and cannot accept CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG switches. You must order the -S variant for sensing. The adjustable air cushion only decelerates the load near stroke end and does not function as a brake or lock.
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