Airtac MSK Multi-position Locking Cylinder MSK6X15S
The AirTAC Airtac MSK Multi-position Locking Cylinder MSK6X15S is a genuine MK multi-mount cylinder (single acting, push type), 6 mm bore. Its compact square body fixes from six directions and mounts side by side to save space. It delivers about 5.7 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)
- Bore6 mm
- Push thrust @0.5 MPa5.7 N
- Operating pressure0.2 - 1.0 MPa (28 - 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 MSK Multi-position Locking Cylinder MSK6X15S
The AirTAC MSK series is a compact multi-mount cylinder with a square body that can be fixed from six directions - front, back, left, right, top and bottom - so units can be mounted side by side to save space. This MSK6X15S is the single-acting, push-type version: air pressure extends the rod, and on the 6 mm bore it gives a theoretical push force of 5.7 N at 0.5 MPa. It runs on air filtered to 40 um at 0.2-1.0 MPa, at 50-500 mm/s, with cushioning provided by a bumper.
This is a genuine AirTAC part. As an MK-family cylinder it is no-rotating: a fixed rod and plate stop the piston rod from turning, so anything you attach keeps its orientation. The S suffix means this SKU is supplied with a magnet built in for magnetic-switch detection; without the S the cylinder comes without a magnet. Full dimensions and sizing details can be confirmed from the datasheet on request.
Airtac MSK Multi-position Locking Cylinder MSK6X15S Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MSK Multi-position Locking Cylinder MSK6X15S |
|---|---|
| Type | Multi-mount cylinder, single acting, push type |
| Series | MK (no-rotating) |
| Bore | 6 mm |
| Push thrust @0.5 MPa | 5.7 N |
| Port size | M5x0.8 (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 bore 6 when the job needs a light push - about 5.7 N theoretical at 0.5 MPa on this single-acting bore. Pick MD if rod rotation is acceptable; pick this MK family when rotation must be prevented. MSK is the push type (MTK is the pull version, MK and MKD are double acting), and single-acting strokes run up to 20 mm, so keep the stroke short - the compact covers are not intended for over-long strokes. Operating range is 0.2-1.0 MPa (28-145 psi). This SKU includes the S magnet option; the non-S version omits it. Port thread is PT as standard with G available. Side-load limits are not listed here - confirm them with us from the datasheet.
Applications
Small-parts clamping
A light 5.7 N push at 0.5 MPa clamps tiny components in assembly fixtures, and the no-rotating rod keeps the contact face from twisting out of position.
Jig positioning
Positions or indexes parts in a compact jig, with cylinders mounted side by side on the fixture plate; the built-in magnet allows switch-based position checks.
Mini gate or stopper
Pushes a small gate or stopper into the path of tiny parts on a light conveyor line; six-way fixing lets the body bolt on wherever space is tight.
FAQ
What does the S at the end of MSK6X15S mean?
The trailing S means this cylinder is supplied with a magnet, so magnetic switches can detect rod position from the slots around the body. The same model without the S (MSK6X15) is supplied without a magnet. The rest of the code decodes as bore 6, 15 mm stroke, single-acting push type in the no-rotating MK family.
How can I mount this cylinder?
The square body fixes from six directions - front, back, left, right, top and bottom - and cylinders can sit side by side to save space. Overall dimensions change with the stroke, so confirm exact figures from the datasheet before designing the mount.