Airtac MTK Multi-position Locking Cylinder MTK16X15S
The AirTAC Airtac MTK Multi-position Locking Cylinder MTK16X15S 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 MTK16X15S
The MTK16X15S is a 16 mm bore, 15 mm stroke multi-mount cylinder in AirTAC's no-rotating MK family, in single-acting pull type form: one air connection performs the pull stroke, with a bumper taking care of the cushion at end of travel. The square body fixes from 6 directions - front, back, left, right, top and bottom - and sits side by side with other cylinders to save space, and magnetic-switch slots are machined around the body. It runs at 0.2-1.0 MPa (28-145 psi) and 50-500 mm/s on air filtered to 40 um.
This is a genuine AirTAC part. Compared with the standard MD series, the MK design adds a no-rotating plate, fixed rod and brass bushing so the rod cannot turn - important for gates, stoppers and alignment pins. The trailing S shows this SKU is supplied with the magnet, so a magnetic switch in the body slots can confirm rod position. Pull-side thrust, dimensions and mounting details are stroke-specific - confirm them from the datasheet or ask us and we will check the sizing with you.
Airtac MTK Multi-position Locking Cylinder MTK16X15S Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MTK Multi-position Locking Cylinder MTK16X15S |
|---|---|
| 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
Start with MD versus MK: this MK model is the right pick when rotation must be prevented, while the standard MD suits duties where rotation is harmless. Within MK, MTK is the single-acting pull type - air works on the pull stroke, and the pull-side thrust is lower than the push-side value, so confirm the exact figure from the datasheet before sizing the load. The 16 mm bore fits light stopping and positioning tasks at 0.2-1.0 MPa. The 15 mm stroke is inside the single-acting stroke range (up to 20 mm); the short covers argue against an over-long stroke, so keep travel modest. The S suffix means the magnet is included for switch detection; drop it if you do not need sensing. Ports are M5x0.8 with PT thread as standard, G thread selectable. Side-load capacity and dimensions come from the datasheet - ask us to confirm.
Applications
Indexed stopper with position feedback
On a palletised assembly line, the pull cylinder retracts a stopper blade to release each pallet and extends to catch the next. The magnet lets a switch in the body slot confirm the stopper is fully in place before the cycle starts, and the no-rotating plate keeps the blade square in its slot.
Gate control on a small-parts sorter
Mounted to the side of a sorting chute using any of the 6 fixing faces, the cylinder pulls a diverter gate to route parts between two lanes. Side-by-side mounting lets several gates share one compact manifold plate on a tight machine footprint.
Locator pin retraction in a weld fixture
The single-acting pull stroke withdraws a locating pin so the welded part can be removed without clashing. The anti-rotation design keeps the pin's orientation fixed for repeat location, and the magnet confirms pin-withdrawn status to the cell controller.
FAQ
How much force does the MTK16X15S produce at 0.5 MPa?
This is the single-acting pull type of the MK family, so the working force is on the pull side, and the pull-side figure is lower than the cylinder's push-side thrust. The exact pull-side thrust for the 16 mm bore is given in the datasheet - confirm it there or ask us before sizing your load, rather than assuming a value.
How is this cylinder mounted, and what stroke limits should I respect?
The square body fixes from 6 directions - front, back, left, right, top and bottom - and cylinders can be mounted side by side to save space. Strokes for the single-acting version run up to 20 mm at this bore; the compact covers are not designed for over-long strokes, so keep travel short. Stroke-specific dimensions and side-load limits are in the datasheet - we can confirm them on request.