Airtac MIC Cushioned Mini Cylinder MIC20X55SCA
The AirTAC Airtac MIC Cushioned Mini Cylinder MIC20X55SCA is a genuine double acting + cushion round-body mini air cylinder with a Ø20mm bore and 55mm 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
- Stroke55 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 MIC20X55SCA
Damping high-speed strokes cleanly, the AirTAC MIC20X55SCA is a double-acting round-body mini cylinder built with a stainless-steel barrel and rod for mild washdown resistance. It carries an adjustable air cushion at both ends, letting you dial in the needle valve to absorb end-of-stroke shock, protect the payload, and cut noise. Because this 20 mm bore uses the ISO 6432 mounting interface, it drops directly into standard mini-cylinder brackets and clevises.
Generating 157 N of push force and 131.9 N of pull force at 0.5 MPa, it fits light positioning tasks perfectly. The built-in piston magnet (-S) supports CMSG, DMSG, and EMSG switches for end-of-stroke sensing. For sizing, this yields a safe working load of roughly 94 N, lifting about 8 kg vertically with a 2:1 safety margin. The 1/8" port and M8x1.25 male rod thread complete the pneumatic interface.
Airtac MIC Cushioned Mini Cylinder MIC20X55SCA Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MIC Cushioned Mini Cylinder MIC20X55SCA |
|---|---|
| Series | MIC ISO 6432 mini cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø20 mm |
| Stroke | 55 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 MIC20X55SCA
| MIC | ISO 6432 round-body mini cylinder (double-acting, variable cushion). |
|---|---|
| 20 | Bore size in mm. |
| ×55 | 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 MIC20X55SCA Is Used
Light Part Ejection
Ejecting small molded parts at high cycle rates relies on the adjustable cushion to prevent harsh rod-end slamming while delivering 157 N of push force at 0.5 MPa.
Package Diverting
Diverting light cartons on a stainless washdown line benefits from the CA pivot mount and the 1/8" port, moving roughly 8 kg loads vertically with a safe 2:1 margin.
Component Sorting
Sorting small electronic components uses the built-in magnet for CMSG sensors, confirming stroke endpoints while the needle-set dampening protects fragile items.
Is the Airtac MIC Cushioned Mini Cylinder MIC20X55SCA the Right Cylinder?
When sizing this 20 mm bore, stepping down to an MIC16 lowers the output to 100.5 N push at 0.5 MPa, while moving up to an MIC25 raises it to 245.3 N. Choose this 157 N class when moving light assemblies at high speeds, where the needle-set air cushion is essential to prevent harsh end-stop impacts. The CA rear pivot cover suits articulated rod-end loads.
Remember that the air cushion only decelerates the piston near the stroke end; it does not act as a brake. If air pressure drops, the piston will drift, so fit an external rod lock or pilot-operated check valve to hold a suspended load safely. The -S magnet enables position sensing, whereas a standard SKU without the S suffix cannot accept a sensor.
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 MIC20X55SCA FAQ
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" air port and an 8 mm piston rod.
The variable air cushion at both ends uses a needle valve to trap exhaust air, decelerating the piston smoothly at high speeds to reduce shock. It is strictly a dampener, not a brake; the piston will drift on air loss, so use an external rod lock to hold loads.
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