Airtac MIC Cushioned Mini Cylinder MIC20X500SCA
The AirTAC Airtac MIC Cushioned Mini Cylinder MIC20X500SCA is a genuine double acting + cushion round-body mini air cylinder with a Ø20mm bore and 500mm 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.
- BoreØ20 mm
- Stroke500 mm
- Port size1/8"
- Acting typeDouble acting + cushion
- Rod threadM8×1.25
- CushionVariable air cushion, both ends
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About the Airtac MIC Cushioned Mini Cylinder MIC20X500SCA
High-speed automation demands smooth stops, and the AirTAC MIC20X500SCA answers with needle-adjustable air cushions at both ends. This double-acting, round-body stainless steel mini cylinder delivers 157 N of push force at 0.5 MPa, making it a solid choice for mid-range actuation. The integrated piston magnet (-S) supports CMSG, DMSG, and EMSG switches for position sensing, while the CA rear pivot cover simplifies clevis mounting.
With a 500 mm stroke and an 8 mm piston rod, this ISO 6432 mounting-interface unit handles rapid cycling without the harsh impact of a fixed bumper. The stainless barrel and rod shrug off mild washdown environments. For practical sizing, expect a safe working load around 94 N, which means it lifts about 8 kg vertically with a 2:1 safety margin. Air connections use a 1/8" port.
Airtac MIC Cushioned Mini Cylinder MIC20X500SCA Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MIC Cushioned Mini Cylinder MIC20X500SCA |
|---|---|
| Series | MIC ISO 6432 mini cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø20 mm |
| Stroke | 500 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.
Theoretical Output Force (Ø20mm)
| 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.
Model Code: Airtac MIC Cushioned Mini Cylinder MIC20X500SCA
| MIC | ISO 6432 round-body mini cylinder (double-acting, variable cushion). |
|---|---|
| 20 | Bore size in mm. |
| ×500 | 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.
Where the Airtac MIC Cushioned Mini Cylinder MIC20X500SCA Is Used
Package Diverting
Pushes light to mid-weight cartons at high cycle rates on a sorting line, using the adjustable cushion to prevent end-of-stroke slamming.
Component Placement
Moves small parts along a 500 mm axis with precise position verification via CMSG sensors and smooth needle-set deceleration.
Flap Folding
Actuates packaging flaps rapidly on a filling machine where the stainless build resists occasional washdown and the CA pivot allows angled articulation.
Is the Airtac MIC Cushioned Mini Cylinder MIC20X500SCA the Right Cylinder?
If you need to step down force, the MIC16 bore offers 100.5 N push at 0.5 MPa, while moving up to the MIC25 bore increases push force to 245.3 N. The adjustable cushion is essential when cycling at high speeds or moving heavier masses, as it decelerates the load smoothly at stroke end. Remember that the cushion only slows the piston; it does not act as a brake. If your application must hold position on air loss, install an external rod lock or pilot check valve.
This SKU includes the -S magnet for CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG sensors. The CA back cover provides a rear pivot point for clevis installations. You can also adapt the mounting using LB foot brackets, FA flanges, SDB pivot blocks, or TC trunnions depending on your frame requirements.
Quick checklist
- ✓ Required force at your working pressure
- ✓ Stroke and mounting space
- ✓ Port/thread type (PT / G)
- ✓ Magnet (-S) for sensors?
- ✓ Back cover (CA/U/R/CM) & mount (LB/FA/SDB/TC)
Installation & Maintenance Notes
- check Use clean air filtered to 40µm or finer.
- check Keep within 0.15 – 1.0 MPa operating pressure.
- check Avoid side load on the piston rod.
- check Do not dismantle the riveted front/back covers.
- check Use correct back cover (CA/U/R/CM) & mount (LB/FA/SDB/TC).
- check Installation by qualified personnel per AirTAC docs.
Airtac MIC Cushioned Mini Cylinder MIC20X500SCA FAQ
This 20 mm bore cylinder uses a 1/8" port. It generates 157 N push and 131.9 N pull at 0.5 MPa, or 219.8 N push and 184.7 N pull at 0.7 MPa. The theoretical maximum force is 32 kgf at 1.0 MPa.
No. The adjustable air cushion only decelerates the piston near the stroke end; it is not a brake. If you need to hold a vertical load during air loss, you must add an external rod lock or pilot-operated check valve.
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