Airtac MIC Cushioned Mini Cylinder MIC40X160U
The AirTAC Airtac MIC Cushioned Mini Cylinder MIC40X160U is a genuine double acting + cushion round-body mini air cylinder with a Ø40mm bore and 160mm stroke, 1/4" air ports and a stainless-steel barrel and rod for mildly corrosive environments.
- BoreØ40 mm
- Stroke160 mm
- Port size1/4"
- Acting typeDouble acting + cushion
- Rod threadM12×1.25
- CushionVariable air cushion, both ends
- No minimum order. A single piece can be ordered.
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About the Airtac MIC Cushioned Mini Cylinder MIC40X160U
Delivering 628.3 N of push force at 0.5 MPa, this double-acting stainless steel round-body mini cylinder handles heavy-duty actuation with precision. The Ø40 mm bore operates on a 1/4" port and features a robust Ø16 mm piston rod with an M12x1.25 male thread. A 90-degree U back cover provides flexible rear mounting orientation for tight machinery layouts.
Twin adjustable air cushions let you dial in end-of-stroke deceleration to absorb high-speed impact, protecting payloads far better than a fixed bumper. The stainless barrel and rod resist mild corrosion and washdown environments. Without the -S magnet option, this specific SKU cannot host CMSG, DMSG or EMSG sensors. For vertical loads, it safely lifts about 32 kg using a 2:1 safety margin.
Airtac MIC Cushioned Mini Cylinder MIC40X160U Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MIC Cushioned Mini Cylinder MIC40X160U |
|---|---|
| Series | MIC mini cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø40 mm |
| Stroke | 160 mm |
| Acting type | Double acting + cushion |
| Port size | 1/4" |
| Rod thread | M12×1.25 |
| 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 Ø40 bore is a larger, non-ISO-6432 size.
Theoretical Output Force (Ø40mm)
| Pressure | Push force | Pull force |
|---|---|---|
| 0.5 MPa | 628 N | 528 N |
| 0.7 MPa | 880 N | 739 N |
| Max (@1.0 MPa) | 128 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 MIC40X160U
| MIC | round-body mini cylinder (double-acting, variable cushion). |
|---|---|
| 40 | Bore size in mm. |
| ×160 | 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 MIC40X160U Is Used
Heavy Carton Diverting
Uses the 628.3 N push force to deflect heavy packaged goods on a high-speed sorting line, while the air cushion prevents harsh slamming at the end of the 160 mm stroke.
Vertical Flap Folding
Drives packaging flaps downward on an automated case erector, relying on the 90-degree U back cover for stable rear pivoting under rapid cycling.
Pallet Component Pusher
Sweeps dense hardware components into pallet containers, utilizing the stainless construction to endure mildly humid washdown zones between shifts.
Is the Airtac MIC Cushioned Mini Cylinder MIC40X160U the Right Cylinder?
When sizing this 40 mm bore unit, consider the next size down: the Ø32 mm MIC delivers 402.2 N push at 0.5 MPa, offering a lighter footprint if your load permits. There is no larger standard MIC bore, so if 879.6 N at 0.7 MPa is insufficient, you must switch cylinder families entirely. Choose this model specifically when operating at high speeds where the needle-set air cushion is required to smooth the stroke end and reduce noise.
Remember that the adjustable cushion only decelerates the piston near the stroke end; it does not function as a brake. If your application must hold a load vertically during air loss or valve centering, the rod will drift, requiring an external rod lock or pilot-operated check valve. Mount using LB foot, FA flange, SDB pivot, or TC trunnion hardware.
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 MIC40X160U FAQ
This 40 mm bore cylinder features a 1/4" port and a 16 mm rod. It generates 628.3 N push and 527.8 N pull at 0.5 MPa, or 879.6 N push and 738.9 N pull at 0.7 MPa. The theoretical maximum force is 128.1 kgf at 1.0 MPa.
No, because this SKU lacks the internal magnet. To use CMSG, DMSG or EMSG magnetic switches, you must specify the -S variant. The adjustable air cushion at both ends only serves to decelerate the load near stroke end and is not a locking brake.
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