
The AirTAC Airtac MSF Single Acting Mini Cylinder MSF40X15SCM is a genuine single acting, push (spring return) JIS-standard round-body mini air cylinder with a Ø40mm bore and 15mm stroke, 1/4" air ports and a SUS304 stainless-steel barrel for mildly corrosive environments. For the same bore and stroke it is shorter than an ISO 6432 cylinder, saving mounting space.
Delivering a robust 535.3 N of push force at 0.5 MPa, this AirTAC MSF40X15SCM mini cylinder is built for demanding clamping and ejection tasks. It is a single-acting, push-type actuator with a spring return, meaning compressed air extends the 16 mm rod while an internal spring handles retraction. You only need to plumb a single 1/4 inch port, which simplifies valve setup. Because the quoted force is already net of the return spring, you can confidently apply a safe working load of roughly 321 N or vertically lift about 27.3 kg with a 2:1 safety margin.
The riveted construction pairs a SUS304 stainless steel barrel with aluminium covers, offering excellent resistance to mild corrosion and washdown environments. For the same 40 mm bore and 15 mm stroke, this JIS-standard round body is noticeably shorter than an ISO 6432 cylinder, saving valuable mounting length. The rear features a CM round-end cover, and fixed TPU bumper pads absorb end-of-stroke impacts across the 50-800 mm/s speed range.
| Model | Airtac MSF Single Acting Mini Cylinder MSF40X15SCM |
|---|---|
| Series | MSF JIS mini cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø40 mm |
| Stroke | 15 mm |
| Acting type | Single acting, push (spring return) |
| Port size | 1/4" |
| Rod thread | M14×1.5 |
| Fluid | Air (filtered by 40µm element) |
|---|---|
| Operating pressure | 0.2 – 1.0 MPa |
| Proof pressure | 1.5 MPa |
| Temperature | -20 to +70 °C |
| Speed range | 50 – 800 mm/s |
| Cushion | Fixed TPU bumper pads |
| Max standard stroke | Up to 150 mm |
Specifications follow the official AirTAC MF/MFC (JIS-standard) datasheet. Barrel: SUS304 stainless steel; covers: aluminum alloy (round-body, riveted rolling-packed construction). Thread options: PT (blank) / G / NPT.
| Pressure | Push force (spring return) |
|---|---|
| 0.5 MPa | 535.3 N |
| 0.7 MPa | 786.5 N |
Single-acting push: air extends the rod; the return spring retracts it. Forces already net the spring; minimum working pressure is 0.2 MPa.
| MSF | JIS-standard round-body mini cylinder (single-acting push, spring-return). |
|---|---|
| 40 | Bore size in mm. |
| ×15 | Stroke length in mm. |
| -S | Optional built-in magnet for CMSG / DMSG / EMSG sensors. |
MF-family variants: MF / MFC (double acting ±cushion), MSF / MTF (single acting push / pull), MFD / MFCD (double rod ±cushion), MFJ / MFCJ (adjustable stroke ±cushion). Back covers CA / U / CM. Mounting LB / FA / SDB / TC.
Harness the 535.3 N push force to secure heavy metal workpieces during machining. The spring return automatically releases the clamp if air pressure drops below 0.2 MPa.
Push finished goods off a conveyor belt rapidly. The single 1/4 inch port keeps pneumatic wiring simple while the fixed TPU bumpers absorb the impact of hard ejections.
Actuate heavy pallet stops and diverter gates. The SUS304 stainless barrel withstands dusty industrial environments, and the compact JIS body saves machine space.
When sizing this 40 mm bore actuator, compare its 535.3 N @0.5 MPa output against the next size down: the MSF32 only provides 323.3 N @0.5 MPa, which may be insufficient for heavy pushing. Since 40 mm is the largest available MSF bore, you cannot step up further within this series. Ensure your air supply stays at or above the 0.2 MPa floor; below that threshold, the internal spring overcomes the air pressure and forces the rod back to the retracted rest position. This makes the MSF ideal for fail-safe clamping or ejection, but unsuitable for holding mid-stroke loads on air loss. Mount it using LB foot, FA flange, SDB pivot, or TC trunnion brackets, and note the -S magnet option enables CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG sensors.
Quick checklist
This 40 mm bore cylinder provides a single-acting push force of 535.3 N at 0.5 MPa and 786.5 N at 0.7 MPa. These figures are net of the return spring. The operating pressure range is 0.2-1.0 MPa; you must maintain at least 0.2 MPa to overcome the spring and extend the rod.
No. On air loss the internal spring drives the rod to the fully retracted position, so it cannot hold an arbitrary mid-stroke load. For position holding you need a double-acting MF cylinder with an external rod lock. This MSF40X15SCM includes a -S magnet for position sensing and a CM round-end cover.
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