Airtac MSK Multi-position Locking Cylinder MSK32X15
The AirTAC Airtac MSK Multi-position Locking Cylinder MSK32X15 is a genuine MK multi-mount cylinder (single acting, push type), 32 mm bore. Its compact square body fixes from six directions and mounts side by side to save space. It delivers about 281.5 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, single acting, push type
- SeriesMK (no-rotating)
- Bore32 mm
- Push thrust @0.5 MPa281.5 N
- Operating pressure0.2 - 1.0 MPa (28 - 145 psi)
- Port size1/8"
- CushionBumper
- MagnetWithout magnet
- 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 MSK Multi-position Locking Cylinder MSK32X15
The MSK32X15 is a genuine AirTAC MK-family multi-mount cylinder with a 32 mm bore and 15 mm stroke. Its compact square body fixes from 6 directions (front, back, left, right, top and bottom) and can be mounted side by side to save space, with magnetic-switch slots around the body and high guide precision without added lubrication. As a single-acting push type, it extends with compressed air and returns by an internal spring, reaching 281.5 N of theoretical push force at 0.5 MPa. Cushioning is by a bumper, and it runs on air filtered to 40 um at 0.2-1.0 MPa (28-145 psi), from -20 to 70 C (up to 150 C only with the optional high-temperature seal material).
This is a genuine AirTAC part. The MK family is the no-rotating version of the multi-mount cylinder: a fixed rod and plate stop the piston rod from turning, keeping attached tooling oriented. This SKU carries no magnet, as shown by the absence of a trailing S; choose an S-suffixed model if you need switch detection. Typical materials include an aluminium-alloy body, piston and covers, a stainless or S45C rod, NBR seals and a TPU bumper, with a brass bushing and no-rotating plate unique to the MK design. We confirm exact dimensions and sizing from the datasheet on request.
Airtac MSK Multi-position Locking Cylinder MSK32X15 Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MSK Multi-position Locking Cylinder MSK32X15 |
|---|---|
| Type | Multi-mount cylinder, single acting, push type |
| Series | MK (no-rotating) |
| Bore | 32 mm |
| Push thrust @0.5 MPa | 281.5 N |
| Port size | 1/8" (PT thread) |
| Magnet | Without magnet |
| 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 | 50 - 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 bore for the force you need: at 0.5 MPa this 32 mm single-acting push cylinder delivers 281.5 N theoretical push, the top figure in the MD/MK multi-mount range. MK vs MD is the key decision: this MK prevents rod rotation, while the MD family is the standard version where rotation is acceptable. Acting type: this MSK is single-acting push (air extends, spring returns); MTK is single-acting pull, MK/MKD/MKJ are double acting, and MKJ adds an adjustable range. Single-acting strokes run up to 20 mm, so this 15 mm stroke fits short, positive pushes; respect the short-cover design and do not plan for over-long travel. This SKU is unmagnetized; pick a trailing-S model for switch detection. Ports are 1/8" on this bore with PT thread as default, or G on request. For allowable side-load, get in touch and we will confirm from the datasheet.
Applications
Ejecting parts from nests
Air extends the no-rotating rod to push finished parts out of a locating nest or chute at the end of a cycle; the spring retracts the rod for the next part, and 281.5 N at 0.5 MPa clears heavier workpieces.
Stopper on a pallet line
Fixed top-down through a machine plate, the cylinder raises a stopper blade to halt pallets at a workstation; the fixed rod keeps the blade from twisting under side contact.
Part-orientation nudging
The cylinder gives a short 15 mm push that nudges misoriented parts against a guide rail, squaring them before pick-up; mounting side by side lets several units line a long feed track.
FAQ
Why choose the MSK32X15 (MK) over an MD multi-mount cylinder?
The MK family is the no-rotating version: a fixed rod and plate stop the piston rod from turning, so pads, blades and tooling stay square to the work. The MD family is the standard version where rod rotation is acceptable. This MSK is also single-acting push: air extends the rod with 281.5 N of theoretical force at 0.5 MPa on the 32 mm bore, and a spring returns it, at 0.2-1.0 MPa (28-145 psi) and 50-500 mm/s.
Does this cylinder need lubricated air, and how much stroke is available?
It runs on air filtered to 40 um and achieves high guide precision without added lubrication, so standard filtered plant air is fine. As a single-acting multi-mount cylinder, stroke options run up to 20 mm, and the short cover keeps the body compact, so an over-long stroke is not feasible on this design. Exact envelope dimensions per stroke come from the AirTAC datasheet; we can supply them on request.