This model is discontinued
AirTAC has phased out the MAL series. You can still order this code here: we ship the direct replacement B01-MBL25X30CA, 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-MAL25X30CA
The AirTAC Airtac B01-MAL Special Purpose Cylinder B01-MAL25X30CA is a double-acting aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder with a Ø25mm bore and 30mm stroke, G1/8 air ports and a fixed rubber bumper. This model is discontinued — the direct replacement is the B01-MBL25X30CA, which matches its bore, stroke, force and mounting.
- BoreØ25 mm
- Stroke30 mm
- Port sizeG1/8
- Acting typeDouble acting
- Rod threadM10×1.25
- StatusDiscontinued → B01-MBL25X30CA
- 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-MAL25X30CA
The AirTAC B01-MAL25X30CA is a discontinued compact double-acting aluminum mini round cylinder. The leading "B01-" prefix marks this as an application-dedicated (customer-specified) variant of the base MAL25X30CA, meaning it is mechanically identical to the standard model. Delivering 245 N of push force at 0.5 MPa over a short 30 mm stroke, it is built for tight spaces. AirTAC replaced this legacy unit with the MBL25X30CA, a direct alternative retaining the exact same 25 mm bore, force, G1/8 port, and CA pivot mounting.
Mechanically, the legacy MAL body uses threaded front and back covers, whereas the modern MBL features a riveted rolling-packed body. This SKU lacks a -S magnet, so it cannot accept a position sensor. The CA pivot back cover allows the cylinder to swing on a pin to absorb arcing rod loads, and the piston relies on a heterogeneous two-way seal that retains grease for a long service life.
Airtac B01-MAL Special Purpose Cylinder B01-MAL25X30CA Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac B01-MAL Special Purpose Cylinder B01-MAL25X30CA |
|---|---|
| Series | MAL aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder (discontinued) |
| Replacement | B01-MBL25X30CA |
| Bore size | Ø25 mm |
| Stroke | 30 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-MBL25X30CA 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-MBL25X30CA 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-MAL25X30CA
| MAL | Aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder, double acting (discontinued). |
|---|---|
| 25 | Bore size in mm (20/25/32/40). |
| ×30 | 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-MAL25X30CA Is Used
PCB Pick & Place Gating
Cycles a 30 mm stroke to gate small electronic boards on an SMT conveyor, using the 245 N push force to cleanly index parts without crushing them.
Carton Flap Tucking
Pivots via the CA clevis on a packaging line to tuck minor flaps, absorbing the slight arcing motion as the rod extends under 0.5 MPa.
Connector Insertion Press
Drives a short 30 mm stroke to press wire harness connectors into housings, relying on the self-lubricating bearing guide for smooth insertion.
Replacing the Airtac B01-MAL Special Purpose Cylinder B01-MAL25X30CA with B01-MBL25X30CA
To replace this discontinued cylinder, order the exact MBL25X30CA. It drops right in with the same 25 mm bore, 30 mm stroke, G1/8 port, PT thread, and CA pivot back cover. Because this specific SKU has no -S magnet, it cannot support a position sensor; if you need detection, step up to an MBL25X30SCA and note that the modern MBL uses CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG switches instead of the older CS1-M/DS1-M family. The MAL uses a fixed rubber bumper, so if your application requires adjustable end-cushioning, look at the current MBLC line.
When sizing, verify if 245 N push at 0.5 MPa is sufficient. If you need less force, step down to the 20 mm bore (157 N push); if you need more, step up to the 32 mm bore (402 N push). A plain double-acting cylinder does not hold its position if air pressure drops, so use an external rod lock for suspended loads.
Upgrade checklist
- ✓ Order the B01-MBL25X30CA (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-MBL25X30CA instead of this discontinued model.
Airtac B01-MAL Special Purpose Cylinder B01-MAL25X30CA FAQ
Yes, the B01-MAL25X30CA is discontinued. The direct replacement is the MBL25X30CA. The "B01-" prefix simply denotes an application-dedicated variant of the standard MAL25X30CA, so the MBL25X30CA matches it exactly on bore, stroke, force, G1/8 port, and CA pivot mounting.
At 0.5 MPa it provides 245 N push and 206 N pull; at 0.7 MPa it provides 343 N push, with a maximum theoretical force of 50 kgf at 1.0 MPa. Because this specific SKU lacks the -S magnet, it cannot accept a position sensor.
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