Airtac MK Series Multi-position Locking Cylinder MK10X10S
The AirTAC Airtac MK Series Multi-position Locking Cylinder MK10X10S is a genuine MK multi-mount cylinder (double acting), 10 mm bore. Its compact square body fixes from six directions and mounts side by side to save space. It delivers about 39.3 N of push force at 0.5 MPa. A bumper cushions the impact. As an MK unit a fixed rod stops the piston rod rotating.
- TypeMulti-mount, double acting
- SeriesMK (no-rotating)
- Bore10 mm
- Push thrust @0.5 MPa39.3 N
- Operating pressure0.2 - 1.0 MPa (28 - 145 psi)
- Port sizeM5x0.8
- CushionBumper
- MagnetWith magnet (sensor-ready)
- ThreadPT
- No minimum order. A single piece can be ordered.
- Ready in 3–5 business days. That is the time we take to process the order and hand it to the carrier. Transit time after that depends on the destination.
About the Airtac MK Series Multi-position Locking Cylinder MK10X10S
The MK10X10S is a compact square-body multi-mount cylinder that can be fixed from six directions - front, back, left, right, top and bottom - and mounted side by side with identical units to save space on densely packed machines. Magnetic-switch slots are machined around the body, guide precision is high and no added lubricant is needed. With a 10 mm bore and a short 10 mm stroke in double acting configuration, this cylinder delivers up to 39.3 N of theoretical push force at 0.5 MPa, suited to light clamping, stopping and positioning moves, with a bumper providing the cushioning.
This is a genuine AirTAC part. The MK family is the no-rotating version of the multi-mount range: a plate, bushing and fixed rod stop the piston rod from turning, which matters when the load must not rotate. As the SKU shows, this model includes a magnet for switch detection and PT thread ports. Dimensions and sizing are per stroke, so confirm the exact figures from the datasheet on request.
Airtac MK Series Multi-position Locking Cylinder MK10X10S Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MK Series Multi-position Locking Cylinder MK10X10S |
|---|---|
| Type | Multi-mount cylinder, double acting |
| Series | MK (no-rotating) |
| Bore | 10 mm |
| Push thrust @0.5 MPa | 39.3 N |
| Port size | M5x0.8 (PT thread) |
| Magnet | With magnet (S) |
| Fluid | Air, filtered to 40 um |
|---|---|
| Operating pressure | 0.2 - 1.0 MPa (28 - 145 psi) |
| Proof pressure | 1.5 MPa (215 psi) |
| Temperature | -20 to 70 C |
| Speed range | 30 - 500 mm/s |
| Cushion | Bumper |
| Mounting | Fix from 6 directions; mountable side by side |
Specifications follow the official AirTAC MD/MK multi-mount data. The front cover and piston are short, so avoid an over-long stroke. An optional high-temperature seal material extends the range to 0 to 150 C. Overall dimensions vary per stroke and allowable side-load is published as curves — ask us and we confirm from the datasheet.
How to choose
Choose the 10 mm bore where its 39.3 N push force (33.0 N pull side) at 0.5 MPa covers your load; larger bores give more thrust. Pick MK over MD when the rod must not rotate, or MD when rotation is allowed. This is the double acting version; single acting push (MSK), single acting pull (MTK), double rod (MKD) and adjustable-stroke (MKJ, adding a 10/20/30 mm adjustable range) variants are also available. The 10 mm stroke sits well within the 35 mm maximum for double acting 10 mm bores, and the short cover on multi-mount bodies means very long strokes should be avoided. This SKU carries the magnet (S) for position sensing and PT ports; a G-thread version can be selected instead. Side-load capability is bore and application dependent - confirm with us.
Applications
Small-parts clamping
Clamp small components in fixtures and assembly stations. The non-rotating rod keeps the clamp face square to the part, and the 6-way fixing lets the cylinder mount wherever the fixture allows.
Gate and stopper on conveyors
Act as a pop-up stopper or gate on a light conveyor line. Side-by-side mounting lets several stoppers share one frame rail without wasting pitch between them.
Jig positioning
Push workpieces into position within drill or assembly jigs. The 10 mm stroke suits short approach moves, and the magnet allows mid-stroke sensing for jig-sequence control.
FAQ
What does the S at the end of MK10X10S mean?
The trailing S shows this cylinder is supplied WITH a built-in magnet, which is an optional feature on MK cylinders. The magnet lets you trigger magnetic switches in the slots around the body for end-of-stroke or mid-stroke detection. The same model without the S (MK10X10) has no magnet.
How does the no-rotating feature work and where does it matter?
The MK family adds a no-rotating plate, brass bushing and fixed rod that stop the piston rod from turning under load. This matters for applications such as stoppers, clamps and pick-and-place where the rod face must stay oriented. Mounting is from all 6 directions, and exact dimensions and side-load limits should be confirmed from the datasheet.