This model is discontinued
AirTAC has phased out the MAL series. The drop-in replacement is MBL20X130SU — same bore, stroke, output force, port and mounting, so it fits the same application. Simply order the MBL20X130SU 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 MAL20 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL20X130SU
The AirTAC Airtac MAL20 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL20X130SU is a double-acting aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder with a Ø20mm bore and 130mm stroke, G1/8 air ports and a fixed rubber bumper. This model is discontinued — the drop-in replacement is the MBL20X130SU, which matches its bore, stroke, force and mounting.
- BoreØ20 mm
- Stroke130 mm
- Port sizeG1/8
- Acting typeDouble acting
- Rod threadM8×1.25
- StatusDiscontinued → MBL20X130SU
About the Airtac MAL20 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL20X130SU
The AirTAC MAL20X130SU is a discontinued compact double-acting aluminum mini round cylinder with a 20mm bore and 130mm stroke. It delivers 157N of push force and 132N of pull force at 0.5 MPa. Featuring a built-in magnet (-S) for position sensing and a U flat-end back cover, it operates on a G1/8 port. The exact drop-in replacement is the MBL20X130SU, which matches the bore, stroke, output force, port size, and mounting hardware.
The legacy MAL body uses threaded front and back covers, whereas the current MBL upgrade features a riveted rolling-packed body for equally robust performance. Because this SKU includes the -S magnet, it originally relied on CS1-M or DS1-M reed switches; upgrading to the MBL20X130SU requires switching to the modern CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG sensor family. The 8mm carbon-steel rod has 20um hard-chrome plating and relies on a heterogeneous two-way grease-retaining seal.
To replace the MAL20X130SU with the MBL20X130SU, verify the 130mm stroke, G1/8 port, and default PT tapered thread. The U flat-end back cover provides rigid rear mounting, so ensure your frame is square to avoid binding. If you need to step down, the 20mm bore is the smallest available, so you must look at smaller custom builds; if you need more force, step up to the 25mm bore which provides 245N push at 0.5 MPa. Because this is a 130mm stroke, the 8mm rod has low side-load tolerance—use an external guide rail to prevent rod bending. Note that the fixed rubber bumper softens end-of-stroke impact but does not lock the rod; air loss causes drift, so use a pilot-operated check valve for load holding. If adjustable cushioning is required, the MBLC variant on the current line offers that feature.
Airtac MAL20 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL20X130SU Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MAL20 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL20X130SU |
|---|---|
| Series | MAL aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder (discontinued) |
| Replacement | MBL20X130SU |
| Bore size | Ø20 mm |
| Stroke | 130 mm |
| Acting type | Double acting |
| Port size | G1/8 |
| Rod thread | M8×1.25 |
| 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 MBL20X130SU carries the same ratings. Confirm against the product label before installation. Thread options: PT / G / NPT.
Theoretical Output Force (Ø20mm)
| Pressure | Push force | Pull force |
|---|---|---|
| 0.5 MPa | 157 N | 132 N |
| 0.7 MPa | 220 N | — |
| Max (@1.0 MPa) | 32 kgf | |
The MBL20X130SU 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 MAL20 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL20X130SU
| MAL | Aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder, double acting (discontinued). |
|---|---|
| 20 | Bore size in mm (20/25/32/40). |
| ×130 | 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 MAL20 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL20X130SU Is Used
PCB Edge Routing
Drives a high-speed routing spindle along a 130mm travel path to singulate printed circuit boards, utilizing the 157N push force to maintain cutting rigidity.
IC Tray Sorting
Positions a small pneumatic gripper to extract packaged microchips from injection-molded trays, relying on the compact 20mm body to fit dense pick-and-place cells.
Bottle Diverter
Pushes lightweight plastic bottles across a packaging conveyor at 800mm/s, using the U flat-end cover for flush mounting against the machine frame.
Replacing the Airtac MAL20 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL20X130SU with MBL20X130SU
To replace the MAL20X130SU with the MBL20X130SU, verify the 130mm stroke, G1/8 port, and default PT tapered thread. The U flat-end back cover provides rigid rear mounting, so ensure your frame is square to avoid binding. If you need to step down, the 20mm bore is the smallest available, so you must look at smaller custom builds; if you need more force, step up to the 25mm bore which provides 245N push at 0.5 MPa. Because this is a 130mm stroke, the 8mm rod has low side-load tolerance—use an external guide rail to prevent rod bending. Note that the fixed rubber bumper softens end-of-stroke impact but does not lock the rod; air loss causes drift, so use a pilot-operated check valve for load holding. If adjustable cushioning is required, the MBLC variant on the current line offers that feature.
Upgrade checklist
- ✓ Order the MBL20X130SU (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 MBL20X130SU instead of this discontinued model.
Airtac MAL20 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL20X130SU FAQ
Yes, the MAL20X130SU is discontinued. The exact drop-in replacement is the MBL20X130SU, which matches the 20mm bore, 130mm stroke, G1/8 port, and U flat-end cover. The -S magnet on the MBL uses CMSG/DMSG/EMSG switches instead of the older CS1-M/DS1-M.
At 0.5 MPa, the 20mm bore provides 157N push and 132N pull. At 0.7 MPa, push force is 220N. The theoretical maximum force is 32 kgf at 1.0 MPa.
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