This model is discontinued
AirTAC has phased out the MAL series. The drop-in replacement is MBL20X190SCA — same bore, stroke, output force, port and mounting, so it fits the same application. Simply order the MBL20X190SCA 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 MAL20X190SCA
The AirTAC Airtac MAL20 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL20X190SCA is a double-acting aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder with a Ø20mm bore and 190mm stroke, G1/8 air ports and a fixed rubber bumper. This model is discontinued — the drop-in replacement is the MBL20X190SCA, which matches its bore, stroke, force and mounting.
- BoreØ20 mm
- Stroke190 mm
- Port sizeG1/8
- Acting typeDouble acting
- Rod threadM8×1.25
- StatusDiscontinued → MBL20X190SCA
About the Airtac MAL20 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL20X190SCA
The AirTAC MAL20X190SCA is a discontinued, double-acting aluminum mini round cylinder. At 0.5 MPa it provides 157 N of push force and 132 N of pull force, making it suitable for moving small components. It features a 20 mm bore, a 190 mm stroke, a G1/8 port, and a CA pivot back cover. The exact drop-in replacement is the MBL20X190SCA, which matches the original force, port size, and mounting.
This legacy unit used threaded front and back covers, whereas the modern MBL replacement features a riveted rolling-packed body. Because this SKU includes the -S magnet, it originally paired with CS1-M or DS1-M reed switches; upgrading to the MBL20X190SCA means transitioning to the current CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG sensor family. Internally, the piston relies on a heterogeneous two-way seal that retains grease, and the carbon-steel rod has 20 um hard chrome plating to resist wear.
Airtac MAL20 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL20X190SCA Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MAL20 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL20X190SCA |
|---|---|
| Series | MAL aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder (discontinued) |
| Replacement | MBL20X190SCA |
| Bore size | Ø20 mm |
| Stroke | 190 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 MBL20X190SCA 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 MBL20X190SCA 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 MAL20X190SCA
| MAL | Aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder, double acting (discontinued). |
|---|---|
| 20 | Bore size in mm (20/25/32/40). |
| ×190 | 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 MAL20X190SCA Is Used
PCB Depaneling Router
Drives a cutting blade across a 190 mm path to singulate printed circuit boards, utilizing the 157 N push force and CA pivot to accommodate slight blade arcing.
Pouch Sealing Mechanism
Actuates a sealing jaw on a packaging line, where the compact 20 mm bore fits tight machine guarding and the -S magnet confirms jaw position for the PLC.
Connector Insertion Press
Pushes electronic headers into sockets with 132 N of pull force on the return stroke, relying on the grease-retaining seal for millions of consistent cycles.
Replacing the Airtac MAL20 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL20X190SCA with MBL20X190SCA
To replace the MAL20X190SCA, order the MBL20X190SCA. Confirm the 20 mm bore, 190 mm stroke, PT thread, and CA pivot back cover are retained. The -S magnet carries over, but you must update your position sensing from the legacy CS1-M / DS1-M switches to the modern CMSG / DMSG / EMSG series. If your application requires adjustable end-of-stroke cushioning to absorb kinetic energy, step up to the MBLC variant, as the MAL only has a fixed rubber bumper.
For sizing, this 20 mm bore yields 157 N push at 0.5 MPa. If you need less force, the smaller 20 mm is the smallest available mini round option. If you need more force, step up to the 25 mm bore, which provides 245 N of push at 0.5 MPa. Because the stroke is 190 mm, the 8 mm rod is susceptible to bending under lateral stress; use the CA clevis to allow arcing movement, or add an external guide rail to prevent rod damage. Note that a plain MAL or MBL does not hold its load pneumatically when air pressure drops, so add an external rod lock for vertical safety.
Upgrade checklist
- ✓ Order the MBL20X190SCA (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 MBL20X190SCA instead of this discontinued model.
Airtac MAL20 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL20X190SCA FAQ
Yes, the MAL20X190SCA is discontinued. The exact drop-in replacement is the MBL20X190SCA, which matches the 20 mm bore, 190 mm stroke, G1/8 port, and CA pivot mounting. You simply order the MBL20X190SCA as a direct retrofit.
At 0.5 MPa, the push force is 157 N and the pull force is 132 N. At 0.7 MPa, the push is 220 N, with a maximum theoretical force of 32 kgf at 1.0 MPa. Because this model has the -S magnet, it works with older CS1-M / DS1-M switches; the MBL replacement requires CMSG / DMSG / EMSG sensors.
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