
The AirTAC Airtac MIC Cushioned Mini Cylinder MIC32X5U is a genuine double acting + cushion round-body mini air cylinder with a Ø32mm bore and 5mm stroke, 1/8" air ports and a stainless-steel barrel and rod for mildly corrosive environments.
Designed for high-impact duty, this round-body stainless mini cylinder delivers 402.2 N of push force at 0.5 MPa. The adjustable air cushion at both ends uses a needle valve to absorb end-of-stroke shock, protecting your machinery at high cycle speeds. Its riveted stainless-steel barrel and rod resist mild corrosion and washdown environments. Because this is a non-magnet SKU, it cannot accept CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG sensors. The U-style rear cover provides a 90-degree mounting interface for compact installations.
With a 32 mm bore and a 5 mm stroke, the unit operates at speeds from 30 to 800 mm/s via a 1/8 inch port. Based on the 0.5 MPa push rating, the safe working load is approximately 241 N. In a vertical lift scenario with a 2:1 safety margin, it lifts about 20.5 kg. The M10x1.25 male rod thread handles secure load connections, while the double-acting design ensures reliable operation in both directions.
| Model | Airtac MIC Cushioned Mini Cylinder MIC32X5U |
|---|---|
| Series | MIC mini cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø32 mm |
| Stroke | 5 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. |
| ×5 | 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.
Ideal for securing heavy metal parts in machining fixtures, using the 402.2 N push force to hold components firmly against a stop.
Perfect for rapidly pressing carton flaps, where the adjustable air cushion prevents crushing the cardboard at the end of the 5 mm travel.
Excels at abruptly pushing items off a conveyor belt, relying on the stainless build to endure washdown cycles in food processing lines.
When sizing this 32 mm bore unit, stepping down to a MIC25 model reduces the 0.5 MPa push force to 245.3 N, whereas stepping up to a MIC40 increases it to 628.3 N. The adjustable air cushion is essential here if you are moving heavy loads at high speeds, as it prevents harsh mechanical impacts. Note that the cushion only decelerates the piston near the stroke end; it does not function as a brake. If your application requires the load to be held in place during air loss, you must add an external rod lock or a pilot-operated check valve. This specific configuration lacks the -S magnet, so position sensing is not supported. You can mount it using the U back cover or adapt it with LB foot, FA flange, SDB pivot, or TC trunnion accessories.
Quick checklist
This 32 mm bore cylinder features a 1/8 inch port and an M10x1.25 male rod thread. It generates 402.2 N push and 345.6 N pull at 0.5 MPa, increasing to 563 N push and 483.8 N pull at 0.7 MPa. The theoretical maximum force is 82 kgf at 1.0 MPa.
No, this specific SKU does not include the -S magnet option, meaning it cannot support CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG switches. You would need the -S variant for sensing. The adjustable air cushion at both ends only decelerates the load near stroke end and does not lock or hold the position on air loss.
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