
The AirTAC Airtac MIC Cushioned Mini Cylinder MIC20X45CA is a genuine double acting + cushion round-body mini air cylinder with a Ø20mm bore and 45mm 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.
Damping high-speed strokes cleanly, the AirTAC MIC20X45CA uses a needle-set variable air cushion at both ends to absorb shock and reduce noise. This double-acting round-body mini cylinder features a stainless-steel barrel and rod for mild washdown resistance, conforming to the ISO 6432 mounting interface for standard bracket interchange. It pushes with 157 N and pulls with 131.9 N at 0.5 MPa, lifting about 8 kg vertically with a 2:1 safety margin. The 1/8" port and M8x1.25 male rod thread handle a 45 mm stroke, while the CA rear pivot cover simplifies clevis mounting.
Because this specific SKU lacks the -S magnet option, it cannot accept CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG sensors for position detection. The adjustable cushion only decelerates the load near the stroke end; it does not function as a brake. For vertical or suspended loads that must hold position on air loss, fit an external rod lock or pilot-operated check valve.
| Model | Airtac MIC Cushioned Mini Cylinder MIC20X45CA |
|---|---|
| Series | MIC ISO 6432 mini cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø20 mm |
| Stroke | 45 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. |
| ×45 | 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.
Pushes small molded components out of a fixture using 157 N of force, relying on the adjustable cushion to prevent bouncing at 45 mm stroke end.
Actuates a routing flap on a packaging line where the stainless build resists occasional washdown and the cushion softens high-speed stops.
Moves lightweight trays into a press area, using the CA pivot mount to accommodate slight angular misalignment during the transfer.
If you need less force, dropping down to the Ø16 bore yields 100.5 N of push at 0.5 MPa, whereas stepping up to the Ø25 bore provides 245.3 N. The Ø20 bore is ideal for moderate loads moving at high speeds where the adjustable air cushion prevents end-of-stroke banging. Choose the -S magnet variant if your application requires CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG switches, as this base SKU cannot support sensing. Beyond the CA clevis cover, you can adapt the mounting using LB foot brackets, FA flanges, SDB pivot blocks, or TC trunnions.
Quick checklist
This double-acting cylinder pushes with 157 N and pulls with 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. It features a 1/8" port and an M8x1.25 male rod thread.
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 position sensing. The variable air cushion at both ends only serves to decelerate the load near the stroke end and is not a locking brake.
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