This model is discontinued
AirTAC has phased out the MAL series. The drop-in replacement is B01-MBL25X100SCA — same bore, stroke, output force, port and mounting, so it fits the same application. Simply order the B01-MBL25X100SCA 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-MAL25X100SCA
The AirTAC Airtac B01-MAL Special Purpose Cylinder B01-MAL25X100SCA is a double-acting aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder with a Ø25mm bore and 100mm stroke, G1/8 air ports and a fixed rubber bumper. This model is discontinued — the drop-in replacement is the B01-MBL25X100SCA, which matches its bore, stroke, force and mounting.
- BoreØ25 mm
- Stroke100 mm
- Port sizeG1/8
- Acting typeDouble acting
- Rod threadM10×1.25
- StatusDiscontinued → B01-MBL25X100SCA
About the Airtac B01-MAL Special Purpose Cylinder B01-MAL25X100SCA
The AirTAC B01-MAL25X100SCA is a discontinued double-acting aluminum mini round cylinder. The leading "B01-" prefix marks this as an application-dedicated (customer-specified) variant of the base MAL25X100SCA, meaning it is mechanically identical to the standard model. It delivers 245 N of push force and 206 N of pull force at 0.5 MPa. AirTAC replaced the entire MAL line with the MBL series, making the MBL25X100SCA the exact drop-in replacement. It matches the original 25 mm bore, 100 mm stroke, G1/8 port, 50 kgf maximum force, and CA pivot mounting.
This legacy cylinder features a built-in magnet (-S) for position sensing. On the MAL, this magnet pairs with the older CS1-M or DS1-M switches, whereas the current MBL replacement uses the modern CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG sensor families. The original MAL body utilizes threaded front and back covers, while the upgraded MBL features a riveted rolling-packed body for equally robust performance. Inside, a heterogeneous two-way seal retains grease, and the Ø10 mm carbon-steel rod is protected by 20 um hard-chrome plating.
Airtac B01-MAL Special Purpose Cylinder B01-MAL25X100SCA Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac B01-MAL Special Purpose Cylinder B01-MAL25X100SCA |
|---|---|
| Series | MAL aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder (discontinued) |
| Replacement | B01-MBL25X100SCA |
| Bore size | Ø25 mm |
| Stroke | 100 mm |
| Acting type | Double acting |
| Port size | G1/8 |
| Rod thread | M10×1.25 |
| 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-MBL25X100SCA carries the same ratings. Confirm against the product label before installation. Thread options: PT / G / NPT.
Theoretical Output Force (Ø25mm)
| Pressure | Push force | Pull force |
|---|---|---|
| 0.5 MPa | 245 N | 206 N |
| 0.7 MPa | 344 N | — |
| Max (@1.0 MPa) | 50 kgf | |
The B01-MBL25X100SCA 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-MAL25X100SCA
| MAL | Aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder, double acting (discontinued). |
|---|---|
| 25 | Bore size in mm (20/25/32/40). |
| ×100 | 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-MAL25X100SCA Is Used
PCB Conveyor Diverter
Pushes lightweight routing gates on a printed circuit board conveyor line, where the 245 N push force at 0.5 MPa easily overcomes panel friction without damaging delicate electronics.
Connector Insertion Press
Drives a low-force press to seat ribbon cable connectors into plastic housings, utilizing the 100 mm stroke to clear the tooling for robotic loading.
Carton Flap Folder
Folds minor flaps on small pharmaceutical cartons prior to sealing, relying on the compact 25 mm body to fit within tight packaging machine clearances.
Replacing the Airtac B01-MAL Special Purpose Cylinder B01-MAL25X100SCA with B01-MBL25X100SCA
To replace this discontinued cylinder, order the MBL25X100SCA. It is a true drop-in swap: confirm the 25 mm bore, 100 mm stroke, PT thread, G1/8 port, and the CA pivot back cover. Because this SKU includes the -S magnet, you must update your position sensors; the legacy CS1-M / DS1-M switches are replaced by CMSG / DMSG / EMSG switches on the MBL. The fixed rubber bumper carries over, but if your application now requires adjustable end-of-stroke cushioning, step up to the MBLC variant on the current line.
When sizing, verify if 245 N push at 0.5 MPa is optimal. Stepping down to the 20 mm bore drops force to 157 N, while stepping up to the 32 mm bore increases it to 402 N. Because the 100 mm stroke is below the 300 mm threshold, side-load risk is moderate, but the CA clevis is ideal for safely absorbing any minor arcing rod motion. Note that neither this MAL nor the MBL holds position automatically; if air pressure drops, the rod will drift unless you add an external pilot-operated check valve or rod lock.
Upgrade checklist
- ✓ Order the B01-MBL25X100SCA (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-MBL25X100SCA instead of this discontinued model.
Airtac B01-MAL Special Purpose Cylinder B01-MAL25X100SCA FAQ
Yes, the B01-MAL25X100SCA is discontinued. The exact drop-in replacement is the MBL25X100SCA, which matches the 25 mm bore, 100 mm stroke, G1/8 port, CA pivot, and S magnet. The "B01-" prefix simply denotes an application-dedicated variant of the base MAL25X100SCA, so the MBL25X100SCA replaces it mechanically. You will only need to update your sensors from the old CS1-M / DS1-M to the new CMSG / DMSG / EMSG family.
At 0.5 MPa, the push force is 245 N and the pull force is 206 N. At 0.7 MPa, the push force increases to 343 N. The maximum theoretical force is 50 kgf when operating at the 1.0 MPa pressure limit.
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