Airtac MICD Air Cushion Double Rod Mini Cylinder MICD40X160
The AirTAC Airtac MICD Air Cushion Double Rod Mini Cylinder MICD40X160 is a genuine double acting, double rod + 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, double rod + cushion
- Rod threadM12×1.25
- CushionVariable air cushion, both ends
About the Airtac MICD Air Cushion Double Rod Mini Cylinder MICD40X160
Twin extending rods and adjustable air cushions define this 40 mm bore, 160 mm stroke round-body mini cylinder, delivering equal 527.8 N force in both directions at 0.5 MPa. The through-rod geometry ensures the piston uses the rod-side area on each face, preventing rotational twist while offering a rear extension to trip external stops. Built with a stainless-steel barrel and rod, it handles mild washdown environments without corroding.
Operating at speeds of 30-800 mm/s, the needle-set cushions soak up end-of-stroke shock to protect your payload. Because this is a non-magnetic SKU, it cannot accept CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG sensors without switching to the -S variant. With a 1/4" port and M12x1.25 male rod thread, the computed safe working load is roughly 317 N, translating to a vertical lift of about 26.9 kg with a 2:1 safety margin.
Airtac MICD Air Cushion Double Rod Mini Cylinder MICD40X160 Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MICD Air Cushion Double Rod Mini Cylinder MICD40X160 |
|---|---|
| Series | MICD mini cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø40 mm |
| Stroke | 160 mm |
| Acting type | Double acting, double rod + 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 | Force (both ways) |
|---|---|
| 0.5 MPa | 528 N |
| 0.7 MPa | 739 N |
| Max (@1.0 MPa) | 108 kgf |
Double-rod: a rod exits both covers, so output force is equal in both directions (rod-side area used).
Model Code: Airtac MICD Air Cushion Double Rod Mini Cylinder MICD40X160
| MICD | round-body mini cylinder (double-rod, 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 MICD Air Cushion Double Rod Mini Cylinder MICD40X160 Is Used
Dual-Stop Divert Gate
Uses the twin rods to drive a heavy divert gate from either side, absorbing the 527.8 N impact at stroke ends via the adjustable cushions.
Symmetric Carton Flap Folder
Equal push and pull force keeps the folding arms synchronized at high speed, while the stainless build resists light washdown spray.
Pallet Load Pusher
Moves approximately 26.9 kg of boxed goods vertically or horizontally with a 2:1 margin, relying on the rear rod to trip a proximity flag.
Is the Airtac MICD Air Cushion Double Rod Mini Cylinder MICD40X160 the Right Cylinder?
At 0.5 MPa this 40 mm bore generates 527.8 N both ways; if your application requires less force, the smaller MICD32 provides 345.6 N. There is no larger standard MICD bore available, so for heavier loads you must switch to a different cylinder family entirely. The double-rod and cushion combination is optimal for fast, guided, shock-sensitive moves where symmetrical force prevents drifting bias.
Remember that the air cushion only decelerates the piston near the stroke end and does not function as a brake or lock; the rod will drift if air pressure drops. For position holding, install an external rod lock or pilot-operated check valve. Mount using LB foot, FA flange, or TC trunnion brackets, noting that the SDB pivot block is not offered on this double-rod variant.
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 MICD Air Cushion Double Rod Mini Cylinder MICD40X160 FAQ
Force is equal both ways at 527.8 N at 0.5 MPa and 738.9 N at 0.7 MPa, with a theoretical maximum of 107.6 kgf at 1.0 MPa. It operates between 0.15 and 1.0 MPa and features a 1/4" air port.
No, this specific SKU lacks a magnet and cannot accept CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG switches; you must select the -S variant for sensing. It features a stainless steel round-body build with adjustable air cushions at both ends to manage high-speed shock.
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