Airtac MSK Multi-position Locking Cylinder MSK32X15S
The AirTAC Airtac MSK Multi-position Locking Cylinder MSK32X15S 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
- 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 MSK Multi-position Locking Cylinder MSK32X15S
The MSK32X15S 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 keep the piston rod from turning, so attached tooling stays oriented. The trailing S in this SKU means it is supplied WITH a magnet for switch detection; unmagnetized SKUs omit the S. 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 MSK32X15S Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MSK Multi-position Locking Cylinder MSK32X15S |
|---|---|
| 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 | With magnet (S) |
| 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 highest in the MD/MK multi-mount range. MK vs MD decides rotation: this MK prevents the rod from turning, while the MD family is the standard alternative. 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-stroke range. Single-acting strokes run up to 20 mm, so 15 mm suits short positive pushes; the short-cover design rules out over-long travel. The trailing S gives you a magnet, so seat magnetic switches in the body slots for position feedback; skip the S if you do not need it. Ports are 1/8" on this bore with PT as the default thread, or G on request. For allowable side-load figures, contact us to confirm from the datasheet.
Applications
Jig clamping with position check
Air extends the rod to clamp a workpiece in a drill or assembly jig; the built-in magnet drives a switch in the body slot to confirm the clamp is extended before the cycle continues, and the spring releases the part.
Part presence stopper
The cylinder pushes a stopper into a parts lane and retracts by spring; switch feedback from the magnet lets the PLC verify the stopper position, and the no-rotating rod keeps the stopper pad aligned.
Pick-and-place top push
Mounted top-down in a compact pick-and-place head, the cylinder presses a part down onto a seating datum before grip release; fixing from 6 directions makes the tight head layout easy to build.
FAQ
What does the S in MSK32X15S indicate, and how should I use it?
The trailing S means the cylinder is supplied WITH a magnet in the piston, so reed or solid-state switches can be clamped into the slots around the body to signal extended and retracted positions to your controller. The magnet is an option across the range, not a standard feature on every unit; SKUs without the S are unmagnetized. Switch position sensing is especially useful on single-acting push cylinders like this one, where the spring return speed varies with load.
Can I mount this cylinder any way I like, and what limits the stroke?
Yes in six ways: the square body fixes from the front, back, left, right, top or bottom, and units can be mounted side by side to save space. As a single-acting MK cylinder, strokes run up to 20 mm, and the short cover keeps the body compact, so plan for short travel rather than an over-long stroke. Allowable side-load is a datasheet figure, so contact us and we will confirm the value for your mounting orientation.