Airtac MIC Cushioned Mini Cylinder MIC40X500SCM
The AirTAC Airtac MIC Cushioned Mini Cylinder MIC40X500SCM is a genuine double acting + cushion round-body mini air cylinder with a Ø40mm bore and 500mm stroke, 1/4" air ports and a stainless-steel barrel and rod for mildly corrosive environments.
- BoreØ40 mm
- Stroke500 mm
- Port size1/4"
- Acting typeDouble acting + cushion
- Rod threadM12×1.25
- CushionVariable air cushion, both ends
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About the Airtac MIC Cushioned Mini Cylinder MIC40X500SCM
Delivering 628.3 N of push force at 0.5 MPa, the AirTAC MIC40X500SCM is a robust double-acting round-body mini cylinder built for demanding automation. It features a 40 mm bore, a 16 mm piston rod, and a generous 500 mm stroke. The stainless-steel barrel and rod resist mild corrosion and washdown environments, while the 1/4" port ensures adequate airflow for high-speed cycling.
A defining feature of this variant is the adjustable air cushion at both ends, allowing you to tune deceleration and eliminate end-of-stroke shock. For practical sizing, it yields a safe working load of about 377 N, capable of lifting roughly 32 kg vertically with a 2:1 safety margin. The -S designation equips the piston with a magnet for CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG position sensing.
Airtac MIC Cushioned Mini Cylinder MIC40X500SCM Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MIC Cushioned Mini Cylinder MIC40X500SCM |
|---|---|
| Series | MIC mini cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø40 mm |
| Stroke | 500 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 MIC40X500SCM
| MIC | round-body mini cylinder (double-acting, variable cushion). |
|---|---|
| 40 | Bore size in mm. |
| ×500 | 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 MIC40X500SCM Is Used
High-Speed Carton Diversion
Shifts heavy cartons at 800 mm/s, relying on the dual adjustable air cushions to decelerate the 628.3 N push force smoothly without slamming the stroke end.
Vertical Pallet Lifts
Lifts approximately 32 kg loads vertically using a 2:1 safety margin, where the stainless-steel rod provides mild washdown resistance in damp packing zones.
Heavy Parts Ejection
Ejects dense machined components from a press, using the 1/4" port for rapid exhaust and the needle-set cushions to absorb the high kinetic energy impact.
Is the Airtac MIC Cushioned Mini Cylinder MIC40X500SCM the Right Cylinder?
When sizing this 40 mm bore unit, stepping down to the MIC32X50 drops the 0.5 MPa push force to 402.2 N, while no larger MIC bore exists. Choose this model when moving heavier masses at high speeds where the needle-set air cushion can smoothly brake the load without slamming. The rear CM round cover provides specific port and mounting orientation flexibility.
Keep in mind the adjustable cushion only decelerates the piston near the stroke end; it does not function as a brake or lock. If your application must hold a load vertically during air loss, add an external rod lock or pilot-operated check valve. Mounting options include LB foot, FA flange, SDB pivot, and TC trunnion brackets.
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 MIC40X500SCM FAQ
This double-acting cylinder features a 1/4" air port and an M12x1.25 male rod thread. It generates 628.3 N push and 527.8 N pull at 0.5 MPa, increasing to 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.
The -S suffix means it has a built-in piston magnet for CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG sensors. Unlike a fixed bumper, the adjustable air cushion at both ends uses a needle valve to bleed trapped air, silently decelerating the piston near stroke ends at high speeds.
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