This model is discontinued
AirTAC has phased out the MAL series. You can still order this code here: we ship the direct replacement B01-MBL25X40U, 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-MAL25X40U
The AirTAC B01-MAL Special Purpose Cylinder B01-MAL25X40U is a double-acting aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder with a Ø25mm bore and 40mm stroke, G1/8 air ports and a fixed rubber bumper. This model is discontinued — the direct replacement is the B01-MBL25X40U, which matches its bore, stroke, force and mounting.
- BoreØ25 mm
- Stroke40 mm
- Port sizeG1/8
- Acting typeDouble acting
- Rod threadM10×1.25
- StatusDiscontinued → B01-MBL25X40U
- 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-MAL25X40U
The AirTAC B01-MAL25X40U is a discontinued compact double-acting aluminum mini round cylinder. The leading "B01-" prefix marks this as an application-dedicated (customer-specified) variant, though it remains mechanically identical to the standard MAL25X40U. Delivering 245 N of push force at 0.5 MPa, it features a 25 mm bore, 40 mm stroke, and a U flat-end back cover. AirTAC replaced the MAL line with the MBL series, making the MBL25X40U the direct replacement sharing the same force, G1/8 port, and mounting interface.
The legacy MAL body relies on threaded front and rear covers, whereas the modern MBL utilizes a riveted rolling-packed body for structural rigidity. Internally, a heterogeneous two-way seal retains grease, and the carbon-steel piston rod features 20 um hard-chrome plating guided by a self-lubricating bearing. Because this specific SKU lacks the -S magnet code, it cannot accept a position sensor. End-of-stroke deceleration is handled by a fixed rubber bumper, not an adjustable air cushion.
Airtac B01-MAL Special Purpose Cylinder B01-MAL25X40U Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac B01-MAL Special Purpose Cylinder B01-MAL25X40U |
|---|---|
| Series | MAL aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder (discontinued) |
| Replacement | B01-MBL25X40U |
| Bore size | Ø25 mm |
| Stroke | 40 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-MBL25X40U 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-MBL25X40U 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-MAL25X40U
| MAL | Aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder, double acting (discontinued). |
|---|---|
| 25 | Bore size in mm (20/25/32/40). |
| ×40 | 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-MAL25X40U Is Used
PCB Depaneling Router
Pushes a 40 mm stroke pin to eject singulated circuit boards from a routing fixture, using 245 N of force to clear the cut panel safely.
Carton Flap Folder
Actuates a short 40 mm mechanical arm to tuck minor flaps on small packaging boxes before tape sealing, fitting within tight side-frame clearances.
Lab Vial Dispenser
Indexes a 25 mm bore rod to push individual glass vials into a centrifuge carousel, relying on the rigid U flat-end cover to maintain strict axial alignment.
Replacing the Airtac B01-MAL Special Purpose Cylinder B01-MAL25X40U with B01-MBL25X40U
To replace the B01-MAL25X40U, order the MBL25X40U. Confirm your 25 mm bore, 40 mm stroke, G1/8 port, and PT thread form. The U flat-end back cover provides rigid axial mounting; if your machine requires arcing motion, switch to the CA pivot clevis instead. Since this SKU lacks an -S magnet, it cannot support a sensor. If you need position detection on the new MBL, add the -S code, but note the sensor family changes from the old CS1-M / DS1-M to the current CMSG / DMSG / EMSG switches.
When sizing, verify if 245 N push at 0.5 MPa is sufficient. 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. The fixed rubber bumper softens end-of-stroke impacts, but if your load requires adjustable deceleration, specify the MBLC variant on the current line. A plain cylinder drifts when air is lost; add an external rod lock for suspended loads.
Upgrade checklist
- ✓ Order the B01-MBL25X40U (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-MBL25X40U instead of this discontinued model.
Airtac B01-MAL Special Purpose Cylinder B01-MAL25X40U FAQ
Yes, the B01-MAL25X40U is discontinued. The direct replacement is the MBL25X40U, which matches the 25 mm bore, 40 mm stroke, 245 N force, G1/8 port, and U flat-end cover. The "B01-" prefix simply designated an application-specific build of the base MAL25X40U; mechanically, the MBL25X40U is the direct upgrade.
At 0.5 MPa it provides 245 N push and 206 N pull force; at 0.7 MPa push is 343 N, with a maximum theoretical force of 50 kgf at 1.0 MPa. Because this specific SKU lacks the -S magnet code, it cannot accept a position sensor. If you need detection on the MBL replacement, add the -S option, which uses the current CMSG / DMSG / EMSG switches instead of the older CS1-M / DS1-M.
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