
The AirTAC Airtac MIC Cushioned Mini Cylinder MIC40X400SU is a genuine double acting + cushion round-body mini air cylinder with a Ø40mm bore and 400mm stroke, 1/4" air ports and a stainless-steel barrel and rod for mildly corrosive environments.
Delivering robust push force, the AirTAC MIC40X400SU is a double-acting round-body mini cylinder built with a stainless-steel barrel and rod for mild washdown resistance. It generates 628.3 N of push force and 527.8 N of pull force at 0.5 MPa, peaking at a theoretical 128.1 kgf. The 1/4" port and M12x1.25 male rod thread equip this 40 mm bore unit for heavy-duty tasks.
The defining feature of this series is the adjustable air cushion at both ends. By turning the cushion needle, you tune the deceleration to absorb end-of-stroke shock at high speeds, protecting the load and reducing noise compared to a fixed bumper. For practical sizing, expect a safe working load around 377 N, which means it lifts about 32 kg vertically with a 2:1 safety margin. The U back cover provides a 90-degree mounting orientation, and the -S suffix indicates a built-in magnet for CMSG, DMSG or EMSG switches.
| Model | Airtac MIC Cushioned Mini Cylinder MIC40X400SU |
|---|---|
| Series | MIC mini cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø40 mm |
| Stroke | 400 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.
| 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.
| MIC | round-body mini cylinder (double-acting, variable cushion). |
|---|---|
| 40 | Bore size in mm. |
| ×400 | 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.
Handles robust 30 kg cartons on a high-speed sorting line, using the adjustable cushions to stop the 400 mm travel smoothly without slamming.
Raises and lowers an access gate, relying on the 628.3 N push force and stainless construction to withstand dusty, mildly humid industrial environments.
Applies steady clamping pressure on an assembly fixture, with the U back cover allowing a 90-degree mount to save floor space.
When sizing this 40 mm bore, stepping down to a MIC32 bore drops the 0.5 MPa push force to 402.2 N, while no larger MIC bore exists. The 400 mm stroke operates comfortably within the 500 mm maximum standard stroke limit. The adjustable air cushion is essential here because the long travel and heavy payload generate significant kinetic energy at high cycling speeds.
Remember that the air cushion only decelerates the piston near the stroke end; it is not a brake. If air pressure drops, the piston will drift, so install an external rod lock or pilot-operated check valve to hold a vertical load safely. Mounting options include LB foot, FA flange, SDB pivot, and TC trunnion brackets.
Quick checklist
This 40 mm bore cylinder features a 1/4" port and an M12x1.25 male rod thread. It delivers 628.3 N push and 527.8 N pull at 0.5 MPa, 879.6 N push and 738.9 N pull at 0.7 MPa, with a theoretical maximum of 128.1 kgf at 1.0 MPa.
No, the piston will drift on air loss because the cylinder is not a lock or brake. You must add an external rod lock or pilot check valve for holding. The adjustable air cushion at both ends only decelerates the piston near the stroke end to reduce shock and noise.
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