
The AirTAC Airtac MIC Cushioned Mini Cylinder MIC32X250U is a genuine double acting + cushion round-body mini air cylinder with a Ø32mm bore and 250mm stroke, 1/4" air ports and a stainless-steel barrel and rod for mildly corrosive environments.
Delivering 402.2 N of push force at 0.5 MPa, this double-acting round-body mini cylinder handles heavier actuation tasks with ease. It features a stainless-steel barrel and piston rod for mild corrosion and washdown resistance. The U-style rear cover provides a 90-degree pivot mounting interface, while the 1/4 inch port ensures adequate flow for the bore.
A defining trait of the MIC series is the adjustable air cushion at both ends, letting you dial in needle settings to absorb high-speed end-of-stroke shock and reduce noise. This unit offers a safe working load of about 241 N, meaning it can lift roughly 20.5 kg vertically with a 2:1 safety margin. Note that this SKU lacks a magnet, so it cannot accept CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG sensors without switching to an -S variant.
| Model | Airtac MIC Cushioned Mini Cylinder MIC32X250U |
|---|---|
| Series | MIC mini cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø32 mm |
| Stroke | 250 mm |
| Acting type | Double acting + cushion |
| Port size | 1/4" |
| Rod thread | M10×1.25 |
| 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. Note: the Ø32 bore is a larger, non-ISO-6432 size.
| Pressure | Push force | Pull force |
|---|---|---|
| 0.5 MPa | 402 N | 346 N |
| 0.7 MPa | 563 N | 484 N |
| Max (@1.0 MPa) | 82 kgf | |
Actual usable force is lower than theoretical due to friction and back-pressure. Size with a safety margin.
| MIC | round-body mini cylinder (double-acting, variable cushion). |
|---|---|
| 32 | Bore size in mm. |
| ×250 | 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.
Uses the 402.2 N push force to rapidly deflect heavy packages on a sorting line, relying on the adjustable cushion to prevent harsh impacts at the end of the 250 mm stroke.
Drives packaging flaps downward at speed, where the needle-set air cushion catches the load to minimize mechanical shock and noise during continuous cycling.
Acts as a robust stopping barrier for pallets, using its 345.6 N pull force to retract the gate quickly while the cushion softens the high-speed return.
When sizing this 32 mm bore against adjacent models, stepping down to a MIC25 yields 245.3 N of push at 0.5 MPa, while stepping up to a MIC40 provides 628.3 N. Choose this 32 mm option when your application requires roughly 400 N of force and you need to smooth out high-velocity strokes. The adjustable cushion only decelerates the piston near the stroke end; it does not act as a brake. If the machine loses air, the rod will drift, so fit an external rod lock or pilot check valve to hold a suspended load.
Because this specific configuration uses a U back cover, you get a fixed 90-degree rear pivot for compact mounting. Since there is no -S suffix, position sensing is unavailable. For automated feedback, select the magnet-equipped version to support CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG switches.
Quick checklist
This double-acting cylinder has a 32 mm bore, a 250 mm stroke, and a 1/4 inch port. It generates 402.2 N push and 345.6 N pull at 0.5 MPa, and 563 N push and 483.8 N pull at 0.7 MPa. The theoretical maximum force is 82 kgf at 1.0 MPa, with an operating speed range of 30-800 mm/s.
No, this specific SKU does not include a magnet, so it cannot support CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG switches. You must select the -S variant for position sensing. Additionally, the stainless steel build resists mild corrosion, and the adjustable air cushion only decelerates the load near stroke end without locking it in place.
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