Airtac MTK Multi-position Locking Cylinder MTK16X10S
The AirTAC Airtac MTK Multi-position Locking Cylinder MTK16X10S is a genuine MK multi-mount cylinder (single acting, pull type), 16 mm bore. Its compact square body fixes from six directions and mounts side by side to save space. It delivers about 60.5 N of pull 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, pull type
- SeriesMK (no-rotating)
- Bore16 mm
- Pull thrust @0.5 MPa60.5 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 MTK Multi-position Locking Cylinder MTK16X10S
The MTK16X10S is a 16 mm bore, 10 mm stroke multi-mount cylinder in AirTAC's no-rotating MK family. As a single-acting pull type, it is driven on the pull stroke, so one air connection handles the work stroke and the bumper provides the cushioning at end of travel. The compact square body can be fixed from 6 directions - front, back, left, right, top and bottom - and cylinders can be mounted side by side to save space, with magnetic-switch slots machined around the body. Operating range is 0.2-1.0 MPa (28-145 psi) at speeds of 50-500 mm/s, on air filtered to 40 um.
This is a genuine AirTAC part. Unlike the standard MD series, the MK design uses a no-rotating plate, fixed rod and brass bushing so the piston rod cannot turn - useful where a workpiece or stopper must stay square. The trailing S means this SKU is fitted with the magnet; version without magnet are available where switching is not needed. Exact pull-side thrust, dimensions and mounting data depend on the stroke - confirm from the datasheet or ask us and we will size it with you.
Airtac MTK Multi-position Locking Cylinder MTK16X10S Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MTK Multi-position Locking Cylinder MTK16X10S |
|---|---|
| Type | Multi-mount cylinder, single acting, pull type |
| Series | MK (no-rotating) |
| Bore | 16 mm |
| Pull thrust @0.5 MPa | 60.5 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 the MK family over MD when rod rotation must be prevented; choose MD when rotation does not matter. Within MK, this is the single-acting pull type (MTK): air works on the pull stroke only, and the exact pull-side thrust at a given pressure is lower than the push figure - confirm it from the datasheet rather than assuming a value. The 16 mm bore covers light clamping and stopping duties at 0.2-1.0 MPa. The 10 mm stroke sits inside the single-acting stroke table (up to 20 mm), and the body's short covers mean an over-long stroke should be avoided - keep strokes short for this family. The trailing S gives you the built-in magnet for switch position detection. Ports are M5x0.8 with PT thread as standard; a G-thread version can be selected if your fittings need it. Side-load limits and dimensions are stroke-specific - ask us to confirm from the datasheet.
Applications
Small-parts stopper on a conveyor
Mounted on top of or alongside a narrow conveyor, the no-rotating rod drops square into the product flow to stop parts at a station. The 6-way fixing lets the body bolt to the conveyor frame in whichever orientation the layout needs, and the side-by-side mounting keeps multiple stoppers on one line pitch.
Retracting clamp in a machining jig
As a pull-type cylinder, it draws the clamp arm out of the way or pulls a part back against a jig stop. The 10 mm stroke suits short clamping moves, and the anti-rotation plate keeps the clamp pad square to the workpiece so it cannot spin loose under load.
Slide positioning in a compact fixture
Bolted side by side to a base plate, several MTK bodies index a small slide between two positions. The square body fixes from any of 6 directions, so the installer can mount from above or below the plate without brackets, and the magnet allows a switch to confirm position.
FAQ
What does the S at the end of MTK16X10S mean, and is it single or double acting?
The trailing S means this SKU carries the built-in magnet for magnetic switch detection; MTK16X10 (no S) is the non-magnetic version. MTK itself is the single-acting, pull-type member of the no-rotating MK family: air works on the pull stroke only, unlike the double-acting MK or the standard MD series.
Where can I mount this cylinder, and what stroke should I choose?
The square body can be fixed from 6 directions - front, back, left, right, top and bottom - and units can sit side by side to save space. Keep the stroke short: the single-acting stroke table for this bore tops out at 20 mm, and the compact covers are not intended for over-long strokes. Stroke-specific dimensions, pull-side thrust and side-load limits come from the datasheet - ask us and we will confirm them.