This model is discontinued
AirTAC has phased out the MAL series. You can still order this code here: we ship the direct replacement B01-MBL25X25U, 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-MAL25X25U
The AirTAC B01-MAL Special Purpose Cylinder B01-MAL25X25U is a double-acting aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder with a Ø25mm bore and 25mm stroke, G1/8 air ports and a fixed rubber bumper. This model is discontinued — the direct replacement is the B01-MBL25X25U, which matches its bore, stroke, force and mounting.
- BoreØ25 mm
- Stroke25 mm
- Port sizeG1/8
- Acting typeDouble acting
- Rod threadM10×1.25
- StatusDiscontinued → B01-MBL25X25U
- 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-MAL25X25U
The AirTAC B01-MAL25X25U is a discontinued compact double-acting aluminum mini round cylinder. The "B01-" prefix marks this as an application-dedicated (customer-specified) variant of the base MAL25X25U, meaning it is mechanically identical to the standard catalog model. It delivers 245 N of push force and 206 N of pull force at 0.5 MPa. Because the MAL series is end-of-life, AirTAC replaced it with the MBL25X25U. This current-generation direct replacement matches the 25 mm bore, 25 mm stroke, G1/8 port, and U flat-end back cover exactly.
This SKU features a U flat-end back cover for rigid, straight-line mounting. It lacks the -S magnet option, so it cannot accept a position sensor. The legacy MAL body uses threaded front and back covers, whereas the modern MBL replacement features a riveted rolling-packed body. Both share a fixed rubber bumper and a carbon-steel rod with 20 um hard-chrome plating. If you need position feedback, the newer MBL-S uses CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG switches, while the older MAL-S used CS1-M or DS1-M sensors.
Airtac B01-MAL Special Purpose Cylinder B01-MAL25X25U Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac B01-MAL Special Purpose Cylinder B01-MAL25X25U |
|---|---|
| Series | MAL aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder (discontinued) |
| Replacement | B01-MBL25X25U |
| Bore size | Ø25 mm |
| Stroke | 25 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-MBL25X25U 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-MBL25X25U 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-MAL25X25U
| MAL | Aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder, double acting (discontinued). |
|---|---|
| 25 | Bore size in mm (20/25/32/40). |
| ×25 | 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-MAL25X25U Is Used
PCB Depaneling Router Gate
Actuates a small safety gate on an electronics depaneling router, using the 245 N push force to hold the access door closed during high-speed spindle routing.
Carton Label Applicator
Extends 25 mm to tamp thermal labels onto small product cartons on a packaging line, where the short stroke and rigid U flat-end mounting ensure precise label placement.
Connector Insertion Press
Pushes wire harness connectors into PCB sockets in light electronics assembly, relying on the 206 N pull force to positively retract the rod for the next cycle.
Replacing the Airtac B01-MAL Special Purpose Cylinder B01-MAL25X25U with B01-MBL25X25U
To replace the B01-MAL25X25U, order the MBL25X25U. It is a direct replacement retaining the 25 mm bore, 25 mm stroke, PT tapered port thread, and U flat-end cover. Because this specific SKU lacks an -S magnet, it cannot support a position sensor. If you need end-of-stroke cushioning, note that the MAL uses a fixed rubber bumper; for an adjustable air cushion, you must step up to the current-line MBLC equivalent.
When sizing, verify your force needs: this 25 mm bore yields 245 N push at 0.5 MPa. If you need less force, step down to the 20 mm bore (157 N push at 0.5 MPa). If you need more power, step up to the 32 mm bore (402 N push at 0.5 MPa). A plain double-acting cylinder does not hold its load when air pressure drops—the rod will drift. For safety against drifting, install an external rod lock or a pilot-operated check valve.
Upgrade checklist
- ✓ Order the B01-MBL25X25U (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-MBL25X25U instead of this discontinued model.
Airtac B01-MAL Special Purpose Cylinder B01-MAL25X25U FAQ
Yes, the B01-MAL25X25U is discontinued. The direct replacement is the MBL25X25U. The "B01-" prefix simply designates an application-specific build of the standard MAL25X25U, so the MBL25X25U matches your bore, stroke, G1/8 port, and U flat-end cover perfectly. The main physical change is that the MBL uses a riveted rolling-packed body instead of the older threaded covers.
At 0.5 MPa, the 25 mm bore provides 245 N of push force and 206 N of pull force. At 0.7 MPa, the push force is 343 N, and the maximum theoretical force is 50 kgf at 1.0 MPa. Because this specific SKU does not have the -S magnet, it cannot accept a position sensor. If you order the MBL25X25US replacement with a magnet, it uses modern CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG switches rather than the legacy CS1-M or DS1-M sensors.
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