This model is discontinued
AirTAC has phased out the MAL series. The drop-in replacement is MBL20X230CA — same bore, stroke, output force, port and mounting, so it fits the same application. Simply order the MBL20X230CA 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 MAL20X230CA
The AirTAC Airtac MAL20 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL20X230CA is a double-acting aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder with a Ø20mm bore and 230mm stroke, G1/8 air ports and a fixed rubber bumper. This model is discontinued — the drop-in replacement is the MBL20X230CA, which matches its bore, stroke, force and mounting.
- BoreØ20 mm
- Stroke230 mm
- Port sizeG1/8
- Acting typeDouble acting
- Rod threadM8×1.25
- StatusDiscontinued → MBL20X230CA
About the Airtac MAL20 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL20X230CA
The AirTAC MAL20X230CA is a discontinued double-acting aluminum mini round cylinder with a 20mm bore and 230mm stroke. It delivers 157N of push force and 132N of pull force at 0.5MPa, utilizing an 8mm carbon-steel rod with 20um hard-chrome plating guided by a self-lubricating front-cover bearing. AirTAC replaced this legacy unit with the MBL20X230CA, a true drop-in alternative retaining the exact same bore, stroke, force, G1/8 port, and CA pivot mounting.
This specific SKU lacks a built-in magnet, meaning it cannot accept position sensors out of the box. A structural distinction to note during the transition: the legacy MAL features threaded front and back covers, whereas the modern MBL body utilizes a riveted rolling-packed assembly. Both designs rely on a fixed rubber bumper to soften end-of-stroke impacts rather than an adjustable air cushion.
Airtac MAL20 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL20X230CA Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MAL20 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL20X230CA |
|---|---|
| Series | MAL aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder (discontinued) |
| Replacement | MBL20X230CA |
| Bore size | Ø20 mm |
| Stroke | 230 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 MBL20X230CA 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 MBL20X230CA 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 MAL20X230CA
| MAL | Aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder, double acting (discontinued). |
|---|---|
| 20 | Bore size in mm (20/25/32/40). |
| ×230 | 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 MAL20X230CA Is Used
PCB Depaneling Conveyor
Routes populated circuit boards through a 230mm indexing stroke, using the 157N push force to smoothly engage routing blades without crushing delicate traces.
Pharmacy Carton Diverters
Swings on its CA pivot bracket to push lightweight medical packaging down a sorting lane, absorbing side-load variance during high-speed distribution.
Lab Tube Rack Ejection
Extends 230mm to eject plastic test tube racks from a centrifuge carousel, relying on the self-lubricating bearing to prevent rod binding in humid environments.
Replacing the Airtac MAL20 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL20X230CA with MBL20X230CA
To replace the MAL20X230CA, order the MBL20X230CA and confirm your PT tapered port thread and CA clevis pivot back cover are specified. Because this unit has no -S magnet, it cannot support a sensor; if you previously required one, note that an MBL-S replacement uses the newer CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG switches rather than the older CS1-M/DS1-M family. If your application requires adjustable end-cushioning to absorb kinetic energy, step up to the current MBLC series, as the MAL only offers a fixed rubber bumper.
For sizing flexibility, stepping down to a 12mm bore yields lower force (confirm exact figures from the datasheet), while stepping up to the 25mm bore provides 245N of push force at 0.5MPa. With a 230mm stroke on an 8mm rod, side-load tolerance is minimal; the CA pivot bracket is essential here to accommodate arcing loads, though adding an external guide rail is advised to prevent rod bending. Remember that a plain double-acting cylinder drifts when air pressure is lost, so add an external rod lock if you need to hold a load safely mid-stroke.
Upgrade checklist
- ✓ Order the MBL20X230CA (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 MBL20X230CA instead of this discontinued model.
Airtac MAL20 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL20X230CA FAQ
Yes, the MAL20X230CA is discontinued. The exact drop-in replacement is the MBL20X230CA, which matches the 20mm bore, 230mm stroke, G1/8 port, and CA pivot back cover. The main difference is the MBL uses a riveted rolling-packed body instead of threaded covers.
At 0.5MPa it provides 157N push and 132N pull; at 0.7MPa it provides 220N push, with a theoretical maximum of 32kgf at 1.0MPa. This specific SKU lacks a magnet, so it cannot accept CS1-M or DS1-M position sensors.
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