
The AirTAC Airtac MICD Air Cushion Double Rod Mini Cylinder MICD32X15 is a genuine double acting, double rod + cushion round-body mini air cylinder with a Ø32mm bore and 15mm stroke, 1/4" air ports and a stainless-steel barrel and rod for mildly corrosive environments.
Twin guide rods exiting both covers give this stainless round-body mini cylinder equal thrust in both directions, generating 345.6 N at 0.5 MPa. The adjustable air cushions at each end soak up end-of-stroke shock, making the 15 mm travel ideal for fast, guided moves. Its stainless barrel and rod resist mild corrosion and washdown environments.
Because a rod occupies each side, the effective area matches on extension and retraction, yielding a safe working load of about 207 N or a 17.6 kg vertical lift with a 2:1 margin. This non-ISO-6432 32 mm bore uses a 1/4 inch port and an M10x1.25 male rod thread. Note that this specific SKU lacks a magnet, so it cannot host CMSG, DMSG or EMSG sensors without upgrading to an -S variant.
| Model | Airtac MICD Air Cushion Double Rod Mini Cylinder MICD32X15 |
|---|---|
| Series | MICD mini cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø32 mm |
| Stroke | 15 mm |
| Acting type | Double acting, double rod + cushion |
| Port size | 1/4" |
| 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 | Force (both ways) |
|---|---|
| 0.5 MPa | 346 N |
| 0.7 MPa | 484 N |
| Max (@1.0 MPa) | 70 kgf |
Double-rod: a rod exits both covers, so output force is equal in both directions (rod-side area used).
| MICD | round-body mini cylinder (double-rod, variable cushion). |
|---|---|
| 32 | Bore size in mm. |
| ×15 | 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.
Exerts 345.6 N of equal clamping pressure in both directions to grip and release parts rapidly without end-of-stroke hammering.
Twin rods resist rotational twist during high-speed lane diverting, while the adjustable cushions absorb the shock of abrupt 15 mm shifts.
Pushes lightweight cartons with a 207 N safe working load, using the double-rod geometry to maintain precise alignment on the return stroke.
When sizing this 345.6 N unit, stepping down to a 25 mm MICD bore drops the 0.5 MPa force to 206.1 N, while stepping up to a 40 mm bore raises it to 527.8 N. Choose this double-rod configuration with adjustable cushions when your application demands equal force both ways and smooth deceleration over the 15 mm stroke. Mount via LB foot, FA flange or TC trunnion, as the SDB pivot block is not offered on double-rod models.
Remember that the air cushion only decelerates the piston near the stroke end; it does not function as a lock or brake. If air pressure drops, the piston will drift, so fit an external rod lock or pilot check valve to hold a suspended load safely.
Quick checklist
It delivers equal force both ways because a rod exits each cover. The thrust is 345.6 N at 0.5 MPa, 483.8 N at 0.7 MPa, and a maximum theoretical 70.5 kgf at 1.0 MPa.
No, this SKU lacks a magnet and cannot host CMSG, DMSG or EMSG switches. You must select an -S variant for sensing. The adjustable air cushions at both ends only decelerate the piston and do not lock the load.
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