Airtac MKJ Adjustable Cylinder MKJ16X10-10S
The AirTAC Airtac MKJ Adjustable Cylinder MKJ16X10-10S is a genuine MK multi-mount cylinder (adjustable stroke), 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, adjustable stroke
- 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 MKJ Adjustable Cylinder MKJ16X10-10S
The AirTAC MKJ16X10-10S is a no-rotating multi-mount cylinder with a compact square body that can be fixed from 6 directions - front, back, left, right, top and bottom - and mounted side by side to save space. With a 16 mm bore, a 10 mm stroke plus a 10 mm adjustable range, it suits short, precisely set movements: at 0.5 MPa it delivers 100.5 N of theoretical push force as a double-acting cylinder, cushioned by a bumper. The trailing S in the code means a magnet is built in, so magnetic-switch slots around the body can take position sensors, and the guide design gives high precision without added lubrication.
This is a genuine AirTAC part. The MK family prevents rod rotation with a no-rotating plate, brass bushing and fixed rod, while the MD family is the standard version where rotation is allowed - this SKU is MK, so the rod/plate stays from turning. This SKU carries the magnet because its code ends in S; SKUs without the S have no magnet. We confirm exact dimensions and sizing from the datasheet on request.
Airtac MKJ Adjustable Cylinder MKJ16X10-10S Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MKJ Adjustable Cylinder MKJ16X10-10S |
|---|---|
| Type | Multi-mount cylinder, adjustable stroke |
| 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
Start with the bore: a 16 mm bore gives about 100.5 N theoretical push at 0.5 MPa (86.4 N on the pull side), so check that against your load. Choose MK when the rod must not rotate, MD when rotation is acceptable. This is a double-acting, adjustable-stroke cylinder: the base stroke is 10 mm and the -10 suffix adds a 10 mm adjustable range on top. For bore 16, standard strokes run up to 50 mm, but the compact covers mean you should avoid an over-long stroke. This SKU ends in S, so the magnet is included; choose the same code without S if you do not need position sensing. Port thread is PT as standard with G available - here it is PT.
Applications
Pick-and-place with orientation control
Transfer small parts between stations on a compact pick-and-place head where the gripper must not twist. The no-rotating MK rod holds the part orientation, the magnet sends position signals from the slots around the body, and the body fixes from 6 directions on a crowded gantry.
Non-rotating gate stopper on a conveyor
Extend a stopper to gate parts at a weigh station or divert point. The flat plate stays square to the flow because the rod cannot rotate, the built-in magnet confirms extend/retract to the PLC, and the 10 mm stroke plus 10 mm adjustment dials in the stop position.
Jig positioning with position feedback
Push a workpiece against a jig datum before clamping. The side-by-side square bodies bolt to the jig from any of 6 directions, the magnet provides end-position detection in the switch slots, and the adjustable 10 mm range lets you fine-tune the push length without shimming.
FAQ
Does MKJ16X10-10S include a magnet, and how do I know from the code?
Yes. The trailing S in the model code means this cylinder is built with a magnet, so magnetic switches can be seated in the slots around the body for end-position detection. The same cylinder without an S at the end of the code has no magnet. Magnet-equipped models run at -20 to 70 C unless the optional high-temperature seal material is specified, which extends the range to 150 C.
How does the no-rotating design work, and what should I confirm before ordering?
The MK family uses a no-rotating plate with a brass bushing and fixed rod so the rod or plate stops the piston rod from turning - useful for stopper plates and grippers that must hold orientation. The square body still fixes from 6 directions and mounts side by side to save space. Allowable side load and exact per-stroke dimensions are not quoted here - confirm them from the datasheet or ask us.