Airtac MK Series Multi-position Locking Cylinder MK16X50S
The AirTAC Airtac MK Series Multi-position Locking Cylinder MK16X50S is a genuine MK multi-mount cylinder (double acting), 16 mm bore. Its compact square body fixes from six directions and mounts side by side to save space. It delivers about 100.5 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)
- Bore16 mm
- Push thrust @0.5 MPa100.5 N
- Operating pressure0.15 - 1.0 MPa (22 - 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 MK16X50S
The MK16X50S is a compact square-body multi-mount cylinder from AirTAC's MK family: a double acting, no-rotating cylinder with a 16 mm bore and 50 mm stroke, fitted with a magnet as the S in the code shows. The body fixes from six directions (front, back, left, right, top and bottom) and mounts side by side to save space, with magnetic-switch slots around the body for position sensing. At 0.5 MPa this 16 mm bore gives about 100.5 N of theoretical push force, and the bumper cushions the piston at end of stroke.
This is a genuine AirTAC part. The MK family adds a no-rotating plate, brass bushing and fixed rod that stop the rod from turning, unlike the standard MD family where rotation is allowed, which matters when the rod carries an aligned tool or pin. The magnet in this SKU lets you detect piston position with suitable switches. We confirm exact dimensions, materials and sizing from the datasheet on request.
Airtac MK Series Multi-position Locking Cylinder MK16X50S Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MK Series Multi-position Locking Cylinder MK16X50S |
|---|---|
| Type | Multi-mount cylinder, double acting |
| Series | MK (no-rotating) |
| Bore | 16 mm |
| Push thrust @0.5 MPa | 100.5 N |
| Port size | M5x0.8 (PT thread) |
| Magnet | With magnet (S) |
| Fluid | Air, filtered to 40 um |
|---|---|
| Operating pressure | 0.15 - 1.0 MPa (22 - 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
Bore drives thrust: the 16 mm bore delivers 100.5 N push (86.4 N pull) at 0.5 MPa in double acting format; choose 20 or 25 mm bores for more force. MK stops rod rotation while standard MD allows it. Acting options across the family are double (MK), single push (MSK), single pull (MTK), double rod (MKD) and adjustable stroke (MKJ). The 50 mm stroke is the maximum in the bore 16 table; the short cover cautions against going longer without checking with us first. The trailing S means this SKU includes the magnet; the version without S omits it. Thread is PT as standard, G as the alternative, with M5x0.8 ports on this bore. Side-load figures and dimensions come from the datasheet, so confirm those with us.
Applications
Fixture indexing actuator
Index a workpiece fixture between stations where the pin must not twist. The magnet lets sensors confirm end-of-stroke position, while the six-direction body fixing suits cramped fixture plates.
Lane diverting stopper
Push parts off or stop them in a conveyor lane with a rod that stays rotation-free. Mounting cylinders side by side keeps the control footprint small along dense line sections.
Small-parts clamping
Clamp small machined or electronic parts in a compact workholder. The no-rotating rod keeps clamp pads square to the part, and 100.5 N push at 0.5 MPa covers light holding jobs.
FAQ
Does the S in MK16X50S mean a magnet is included?
Yes. The trailing S in the code means this cylinder ships with a built-in magnet, so the piston position can be detected by suitable switches in the slots around the body. The otherwise identical MK16X50, without the S, comes without a magnet. Both are double acting, no-rotating cylinders with a 16 mm bore and 50 mm stroke.
How does the no-rotating design help in use?
A plate, brass bushing and fixed rod stop the rod from turning, so attached pins, gates or clamp pads keep their orientation through every cycle. That suits alignment-critical jobs on jigs, stoppers and pick-and-place heads. For stroke limits, side-load capacity and exact dimensions, confirm from the datasheet.