This model is discontinued
AirTAC has phased out the MAL series. You can still order this code here: we ship the direct replacement B01-MBL25X200U, with the same bore, stroke, output force, port and mounting, so it fits the same application. 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-MAL25X200U
The AirTAC B01-MAL Special Purpose Cylinder B01-MAL25X200U is a double-acting aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder with a Ø25mm bore and 200mm stroke, G1/8 air ports and a fixed rubber bumper. This model is discontinued — the direct replacement is the B01-MBL25X200U, which matches its bore, stroke, force and mounting.
- BoreØ25 mm
- Stroke200 mm
- Port sizeG1/8
- Acting typeDouble acting
- Rod threadM10×1.25
- StatusDiscontinued → B01-MBL25X200U
- 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 B01-MAL Special Purpose Cylinder B01-MAL25X200U
The AirTAC B01-MAL25X200U 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 MAL25X200U, meaning it is mechanically identical to the standard model with a 25mm bore and 200mm stroke. Delivering 245 N of push force at 0.5 MPa, it is now replaced by the MBL25X200U. The new MBL drops directly into the same footprint, matching the exact bore, stroke, output force, G1/8 port, and U flat-end back cover.
This legacy cylinder relies on a fixed rubber bumper for end-of-stroke damping, whereas the current MBLC line offers an adjustable air cushion if you need finer deceleration. The original MAL body uses threaded front and back covers, while the modern MBL features a riveted rolling-packed body for structural rigidity. Because this specific SKU lacks an -S magnet, it cannot accept a position sensor. The internal piston uses a heterogeneous two-way seal that retains grease, and the Ø10 mm carbon-steel rod has 20 µm hard-chrome plating to resist wear.
Airtac B01-MAL Special Purpose Cylinder B01-MAL25X200U Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac B01-MAL Special Purpose Cylinder B01-MAL25X200U |
|---|---|
| Series | MAL aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder (discontinued) |
| Replacement | B01-MBL25X200U |
| Bore size | Ø25 mm |
| Stroke | 200 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-MBL25X200U 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-MBL25X200U produces the same force from the same bore. Actual usable force is lower than theoretical; size with a margin.
Model Code: Airtac B01-MAL Special Purpose Cylinder B01-MAL25X200U
| MAL | Aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder, double acting (discontinued). |
|---|---|
| 25 | 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-MAL25X200U Is Used
PCB Depaneling Router
Pushes a separator blade or fixture on an electronics assembly line, utilizing the 245 N push force at 0.5 MPa to cleanly snap multi-panel circuit boards.
Carton Flap Folder
Actuates a mechanical arm to fold minor flaps on small packaging boxes, where the 200mm stroke provides the exact reach needed for compact carton widths.
Lab Tube Ejection
Ejects filled test tube racks from a diagnostic carousel, relying on the self-lubricating front-cover bearing guide to maintain smooth motion in clean environments.
Replacing the Airtac B01-MAL Special Purpose Cylinder B01-MAL25X200U with B01-MBL25X200U
To replace the B01-MAL25X200U, order the MBL25X200U. Confirm your setup accommodates the U flat-end back cover for rigid mounting, and verify the PT tapered port thread matches your existing fittings. Since this SKU has no magnet, you cannot mount a sensor; if you need position detection on the new unit, add an -S to order the MBL25X200US, which shifts the sensor family from the legacy CS1-M / DS1-M to the modern CMSG / DMSG / EMSG switches.
For sizing flexibility, stepping down to a 20mm bore drops the 0.5 MPa push force to 157 N, while stepping up to a 32mm bore increases it to 402 N. At 200mm stroke, the 10mm rod is susceptible to bending under lateral stress, so use an external guide rail or a pivot mount to absorb side loads. Note that the fixed rubber bumper softens impact but does not lock the rod; if air pressure is lost, the load will drift, requiring an external rod lock for position holding.
Upgrade checklist
- ✓ Order the B01-MBL25X200U (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-MBL25X200U instead of this discontinued model.
Airtac B01-MAL Special Purpose Cylinder B01-MAL25X200U FAQ
Yes, the B01-MAL25X200U is discontinued. The direct replacement is the MBL25X200U, which shares the same 25mm bore, 200mm stroke, G1/8 port, and U flat-end cover. The "B01-" prefix simply denotes an application-dedicated variant of the base MAL cylinder, so the MBL replaces it seamlessly.
At 0.5 MPa it provides 245 N push and 206 N pull force; at 0.7 MPa it pushes 343 N, with a theoretical maximum of 50 kgf at 1.0 MPa. This specific SKU lacks a built-in magnet, so it cannot accept a position sensor; if detection is needed, order the MBL25X200US which uses CMSG / DMSG / EMSG switches.
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