This model is discontinued
AirTAC has phased out the MAL series. The drop-in replacement is B01-MBL20X200SU — same bore, stroke, output force, port and mounting, so it fits the same application. Simply order the B01-MBL20X200SU in place of this model. The MBL replacement upgrades to a riveted rolling-packed body and the current CMSG / DMSG / EMSG sensor switches (the MAL used CS1-M / DS1-M).
Airtac B01-MAL Special Purpose Cylinder B01-MAL20X200SU
The AirTAC Airtac B01-MAL Special Purpose Cylinder B01-MAL20X200SU is a double-acting aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder with a Ø20mm bore and 200mm stroke, G1/8 air ports and a fixed rubber bumper. This model is discontinued — the drop-in replacement is the B01-MBL20X200SU, which matches its bore, stroke, force and mounting.
- BoreØ20 mm
- Stroke200 mm
- Port sizeG1/8
- Acting typeDouble acting
- Rod threadM8×1.25
- StatusDiscontinued → B01-MBL20X200SU
About the Airtac B01-MAL Special Purpose Cylinder B01-MAL20X200SU
The AirTAC B01-MAL20X200SU is a discontinued compact double-acting aluminum mini round cylinder. The leading "B01-" prefix designates this as an AirTAC application-dedicated (customer-specified) variant of the base MAL20X200SU, meaning it is mechanically identical to the standard model. Delivering 157 N of push force at 0.5 MPa, it uses an 8 mm carbon-steel rod with 20 um hard-chrome plating and a heterogeneous two-way seal that retains grease for long service life.
AirTAC replaced the MAL series with the MBL line, making the MBL20X200SU the exact drop-in replacement. It shares the same 20 mm bore, 200 mm stroke, G1/8 port, and U flat-end back cover. The legacy MAL features threaded front and back covers, whereas the current MBL uses a riveted rolling-packed body. Because this SKU includes the -S magnet, it originally paired with CS1-M / DS1-M switches; upgrading to the MBL requires switching to the current CMSG / DMSG / EMSG sensor family.
Airtac B01-MAL Special Purpose Cylinder B01-MAL20X200SU Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac B01-MAL Special Purpose Cylinder B01-MAL20X200SU |
|---|---|
| Series | MAL aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder (discontinued) |
| Replacement | B01-MBL20X200SU |
| Bore size | Ø20 mm |
| Stroke | 200 mm |
| Acting type | Double acting |
| Port size | G1/8 |
| Rod thread | M8×1.25 |
| Fluid | Air (filtered by 40µm element) |
|---|---|
| Operating pressure | 0.1 – 1.0 MPa |
| Proof pressure | 1.5 MPa |
| Temperature | -20 to +70 °C |
| Speed range | 30 – 800 mm/s |
| Cushion | Fixed rubber bumper |
| Max standard stroke | Up to 500 mm |
Specifications follow the official AirTAC MAL datasheet (now discontinued). The B01-MBL20X200SU carries the same ratings. Confirm against the product label before installation. Thread options: PT / G / NPT.
Theoretical Output Force (Ø20mm)
| Pressure | Push force | Pull force |
|---|---|---|
| 0.5 MPa | 157 N | 132 N |
| 0.7 MPa | 220 N | — |
| Max (@1.0 MPa) | 32 kgf | |
The B01-MBL20X200SU produces the same force from the same bore — a true drop-in on output. Actual usable force is lower than theoretical; size with a margin.
Model Code: Airtac B01-MAL Special Purpose Cylinder B01-MAL20X200SU
| MAL | Aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder, double acting (discontinued). |
|---|---|
| 20 | Bore size in mm (20/25/32/40). |
| ×200 | Stroke length in mm. |
| S | Optional magnet for a CS1-M / DS1-M sensor (MBL uses CMSG/DMSG/EMSG). |
| CA / U / CM | Back cover: CA pivot, U flat-end or CM round-end. |
Replacement mapping: MAL → MBL, MSAL → MSBL, MTAL → MTBL, MALD → MBLD, MALJ → MBLJ.
Where the Airtac B01-MAL Special Purpose Cylinder B01-MAL20X200SU Is Used
PCB Router Ejection
Uses 157 N push at 0.5 MPa to eject cut printed circuit boards from a router fixture without damaging delicate traces.
Carton Flap Tucking
Extends 200 mm to tuck minor flaps on small packaging cartons before tape sealing, fitting into tight machine clearances.
Lab Vial Sorting Gate
Actuates a 200 mm gate to divert filled laboratory vials into a secondary inspection lane using compact 20 mm bore force.
Replacing the Airtac B01-MAL Special Purpose Cylinder B01-MAL20X200SU with B01-MBL20X200SU
To replace this discontinued cylinder, order the MBL20X200SU. Confirm your 200 mm stroke, G1/8 port, PT thread, and U flat-end back cover. The -S magnet on your legacy MAL works with CS1-M / DS1-M switches, but the MBL replacement requires CMSG / DMSG / EMSG sensors. If you need adjustable cushioning, the MAL only has a fixed rubber bumper; you must step up to the MBLC on the current line.
For sizing, this 20 mm bore provides 157 N push and 132 N pull at 0.5 MPa. If you need less force, there is no smaller MAL bore, but if your load requires more power, stepping up to the 25 mm bore yields 245 N push at 0.5 MPa. A plain MAL/MBL does not hold its position when air is lost—the rod drifts—so use an external rod lock for suspended loads. Because the stroke is 200 mm with a small 8 mm rod, side-load tolerance is low; use an external guide or pivot to prevent rod bending.
Upgrade checklist
- ✓ Order the B01-MBL20X200SU (same bore/stroke/force)
- ✓ Same G1/8 port and mounting accessories
- ✓ Sensor: swap CS1-M/DS1-M → CMSG/DMSG/EMSG
- ✓ Need a cushion? use MBLC (adjustable air cushion)
- ✓ Confirm back cover (CA / U) and thread (PT/NPT/G)
Installation & Maintenance Notes
- check Use clean air filtered to 40µm or finer.
- check Keep within 0.1 – 1.0 MPa operating pressure.
- check Avoid side load on the piston rod.
- check Front/rear covers are threaded — not intended for field disassembly.
- check Use the correct mounting accessory (LB / FA / SDB) and back cover (CA / U / CM).
- check For new builds, specify the B01-MBL20X200SU instead of this discontinued model.
Airtac B01-MAL Special Purpose Cylinder B01-MAL20X200SU FAQ
Yes, the B01-MAL20X200SU is discontinued. The exact drop-in replacement is the MBL20X200SU, which matches the 20 mm bore, 200 mm stroke, G1/8 port, and U flat-end mounting. The "B01-" prefix simply marked this as an application-dedicated variant; mechanically, the MBL20X200SU is identical.
At 0.5 MPa it provides 157 N push and 132 N pull; at 0.7 MPa it provides 220 N push, with a maximum theoretical force of 32 kgf at 1.0 MPa. Because this SKU has the -S magnet, it uses older CS1-M / DS1-M switches; the MBL replacement requires CMSG / DMSG / EMSG sensors.
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