
The AirTAC Airtac MIC Cushioned Mini Cylinder MIC32X280SCM is a genuine double acting + cushion round-body mini air cylinder with a Ø32mm bore and 280mm stroke, 1/8" 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 32 mm bore, 280 mm stroke actuator is a robust round-body mini cylinder built for double-acting operation. The stainless-steel barrel and Ø12 mm piston rod provide reliable mild corrosion and washdown resistance, while the 1/8" port and M10x1.25 male rod thread ensure solid pneumatic and mechanical connections. Featuring a CM round rear cover for straightforward port orientation, it handles speeds from 30 to 800 mm/s.
Unlike standard bumper models, the MIC series integrates an adjustable air cushion at both ends. By turning a needle valve, you tune the end-of-stroke deceleration to absorb high-speed shock, protecting the load and cutting noise. For sizing, a safe working load is roughly 241 N, meaning it lifts about 20.5 kg vertically with a 2:1 safety margin. Note that the cushion only decelerates; it does not lock the rod.
| Model | Airtac MIC Cushioned Mini Cylinder MIC32X280SCM |
|---|---|
| Series | MIC mini cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø32 mm |
| Stroke | 280 mm |
| Acting type | Double acting + cushion |
| Port size | 1/8" |
| 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. |
| ×280 | 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 563 N push force at 0.7 MPa to push heavy cartons on a conveyor, relying on the adjustable air cushion to silently stop the 280 mm stroke at high speed.
Ideal for sealing or forming operations where the stainless build resists washdown, and the tuned cushion prevents crushing the package at stroke end.
Acts as a robust pneumatic stop for pallets, using its 82 kgf maximum theoretical force to arrest momentum smoothly without a hard metal-on-metal crash.
When sizing this 32 mm unit, stepping down to a 25 mm bore drops the 0.5 MPa push force to 245.3 N, while stepping up to a 40 mm bore increases it to 628.3 N. Choose this 32 mm model when moving heavier payloads at high speeds where the adjustable dual-end air cushion is essential to prevent impact damage. If your mechanism must hold position during air loss, remember the piston will drift; you must add an external rod lock or pilot check valve.
Mounting options include LB foot, FA flange, SDB pivot, and TC trunnion brackets. Because this SKU includes the -S magnet, you can directly mount CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG electronic or reed switches for precise position sensing.
Quick checklist
This 32 mm bore cylinder features a 1/8" port and an M10x1.25 male rod thread. It generates 402.2 N push and 345.6 N pull at 0.5 MPa, 563 N push and 483.8 N pull at 0.7 MPa, with a theoretical maximum force of 82 kgf at 1.0 MPa.
No, the adjustable air cushion only decelerates the piston near the stroke end and acts as a brake. The rod will drift on air loss; use an external rod lock or pilot check valve for position holding. The -S magnet allows CMSG/DMSG/EMSG sensors for stroke confirmation.
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