Airtac MIC Cushioned Mini Cylinder MIC20X50CA
The AirTAC Airtac MIC Cushioned Mini Cylinder MIC20X50CA is a genuine double acting + cushion round-body mini air cylinder with a Ø20mm bore and 50mm 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
- Stroke50 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 MIC20X50CA
With a 157 N push force at 0.5 MPa, this 20 mm round-body mini cylinder handles light automation tasks with authority. The MIC20X50CA delivers that force through a stainless-steel barrel and rod, offering mild corrosion resistance for washdown or humid environments.
The defining feature is the adjustable air cushion at both ends. A simple needle turn lets you tune deceleration, absorbing end-of-stroke shock at speeds up to 800 mm/s. This protects your tooling and cuts noise compared to a bumper-style mini. The 1/8" port and M8x1.25 rod thread are standard for this bore class.
Airtac MIC Cushioned Mini Cylinder MIC20X50CA Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MIC Cushioned Mini Cylinder MIC20X50CA |
|---|---|
| Series | MIC ISO 6432 mini cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø20 mm |
| Stroke | 50 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 MIC20X50CA
| MIC | ISO 6432 round-body mini cylinder (double-acting, variable cushion). |
|---|---|
| 20 | Bore size in mm. |
| ×50 | 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 MIC20X50CA Is Used
High-Speed Pick and Place
The adjustable cushion on the MIC20X50CA lets you run a pick-and-place cycle at 800 mm/s without slamming the end caps, protecting both the cylinder and the parts being moved.
Light Packaging Pusher
Use the 157 N push force to divert or index lightweight cartons on a conveyor. The needle-set cushion absorbs the shock of stopping the load, reducing noise in the packaging hall.
Lab Sample Positioning
Position vials or test strips with the smooth deceleration of the adjustable air cushion. The stainless-steel barrel resists mild spills and cleaning agents common in lab environments.
Is the Airtac MIC Cushioned Mini Cylinder MIC20X50CA the Right Cylinder?
For a 50 mm stroke, this 20 bore cylinder provides a safe working load of about 94 N (60% of the 157 N push force). If you need more muscle, step up to the 25 bore MIC, which pushes 245.3 N at 0.5 MPa. If space is tight, the 16 bore MIC offers 100.5 N, but the 16 is the smallest cushioned option in the MIC family.
Choose this model when you need the adjustable cushion to tame high-speed motion or protect fragile loads. Remember, the cushion only decelerates; it does not hold a load if air pressure is lost. For position holding, add an external rod lock. This SKU has no magnet, so it cannot accept a magnetic switch. The CA back cover provides a pivot/clevis mounting style.
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 MIC20X50CA FAQ
At 0.5 MPa, the push force is 157 N and the pull force is 131.9 N. 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. The operating pressure range is 0.15 to 1.0 MPa.
The cushion has a needle valve at each end that you turn to control the rate of deceleration, smoothing the stop at high speed. It is not a brake or lock. This specific SKU (without -S) has no magnet and cannot use a magnetic switch. You would need the -S variant for CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG sensors.
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