Airtac MKD Multi-position Clamping Cylinder MKD16X15S
The AirTAC Airtac MKD Multi-position Clamping Cylinder MKD16X15S is a genuine MK multi-mount cylinder (double rod), 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 rod
- 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 MKD Multi-position Clamping Cylinder MKD16X15S
The MKD16X15S is an AirTAC multi-mount cylinder: a compact square-body actuator you can fix from 6 directions (front, back, left, right, top and bottom) and mount side by side with its neighbours to save space, with magnetic-switch slots machined around the body. This bore 16, 15 mm stroke double rod version has a rod on both ends, so you can actuate work from either side of the cylinder, and a no-rotating plate keeps the rod from turning. It is double acting, delivering about 100.5 N of theoretical thrust per side at 0.5 MPa, and cushions with a bumper rather than an air cushion.
This is a genuine AirTAC part in the MK family, where a fixed rod and no-rotating plate prevent rod rotation; the MD family is the standard version where rotation is not controlled. The trailing S in the SKU means this cylinder is fitted with a magnet for position sensing. Exact dimensions and sizing for this bore and stroke can be confirmed from the datasheet on request.
Airtac MKD Multi-position Clamping Cylinder MKD16X15S Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MKD Multi-position Clamping Cylinder MKD16X15S |
|---|---|
| Type | Multi-mount cylinder, double rod |
| 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 16 gives about 100.5 N of push thrust per side at 0.5 MPa; step up to bore 20 (157.1 N) or 25 (245.4 N) if the job needs more force. Choose MKD over MD when rod rotation must be prevented; MD is the standard variant when rotation is acceptable. Acting choices include double acting, single-push (MSK), single-pull (MTK), double rod (MKD, this model) and adjustable-stroke (MKJ); this unit is double rod, so both ends can do work. The 15 mm stroke is comfortable within the 50 mm limit for bore 16, but note the compact cover favours short strokes, so avoid over-long selections. The trailing S means a magnet is fitted; SKUs without an S have no magnet. Thread is PT by default, with G available as a suffix option. Side-load ratings and exact dimensions are per the datasheet - ask us to confirm.
Applications
Small-Parts Clamping
Clamp small components in a fixture where the rod must not spin against the part. The 15 mm stroke suits short clamping moves, and the square body fixes from the top, side or back of a tight fixture plate.
Two-Sided Pick-and-Place
Use the double rod to drive a gripper on one end and a reference stop on the other in a compact pick-and-place cell. The no-rotating plate keeps the end tooling square between strokes.
Gate and Stopper Duty
Extend and retract a stopper blade or diverting gate on a small conveyor line. Mounting the body side by side along the frame saves rail space, and the bumper cushions each cycle.
FAQ
What does the S at the end of MKD16X15S mean?
The trailing S means this cylinder is fitted with a magnet, so reed or hall-effect switches can detect piston position in the slots around the body. A SKU without the S, such as MKD16X20, is supplied without a magnet. Magnet fitment is exactly as the SKU shows, never assumed.
How many ways can I fix the MKD16X15S, and will the rod rotate?
The square body can be fixed from 6 directions: front, back, left, right, top and bottom, and units can be mounted side by side to save space. As an MK-family double rod cylinder, a no-rotating plate, brass bushing and fixed rod stop the rod from turning. The short covers favour shorter strokes, and side-load limits are given in the datasheet - we can confirm them on request.