This model is discontinued
AirTAC has phased out the MAL series. You can still order this code here: we ship the direct replacement MBL20X25-S-CM, 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 MAL20 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL20X25-S-CM
The AirTAC MAL20 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL20X25-S-CM is a double-acting aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder with a Ø20mm bore and 25mm stroke, G1/8 air ports and a fixed rubber bumper. This model is discontinued — the direct replacement is the MBL20X25-S-CM, which matches its bore, stroke, force and mounting.
- BoreØ20 mm
- Stroke25 mm
- Port sizeG1/8
- Acting typeDouble acting
- Rod threadM8×1.25
- StatusDiscontinued → MBL20X25-S-CM
- 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 MAL20 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL20X25-S-CM
The AirTAC MAL20X25-S-CM is a discontinued compact double-acting aluminum mini round cylinder. Delivering 157 N of push force and 132 N of pull force at 0.5 MPa, it features a 20 mm bore, 25 mm stroke, and a built-in magnet. The direct replacement is the MBL20X25-S-CM, which matches the bore, stroke, output force, G1/8 port, and mounting dimensions perfectly.
This legacy unit features a round-end CM back cover and a PT tapered port thread. It relies on a fixed rubber bumper for end-of-stroke damping rather than an adjustable cushion. Notably, the original MAL body uses threaded front and back covers, whereas the modern MBL replacement utilizes a riveted rolling-packed body for enhanced structural integrity. Additionally, the -S magnet on this MAL works with older CS1-M or DS1-M reed switches; upgrading to the MBL requires switching to the current CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG sensor family.
Airtac MAL20 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL20X25-S-CM Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MAL20 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL20X25-S-CM |
|---|---|
| Series | MAL aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder (discontinued) |
| Replacement | MBL20X25-S-CM |
| Bore size | Ø20 mm |
| Stroke | 25 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 MBL20X25-S-CM 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 MBL20X25-S-CM produces the same force from the same bore. Actual usable force is lower than theoretical; size with a margin.
Model Code: Airtac MAL20 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL20X25-S-CM
| MAL | Aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder, double acting (discontinued). |
|---|---|
| 20 | Bore size in mm (20/25/32/40). |
| ×25 | 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 MAL20X25-S-CM Is Used
PCB Ejection
Suitable for pushing bare printed circuit boards out of an SMT pick-and-place fixture using 157 N of force at 0.5 MPa within a tight machinery envelope.
Vial Sorting Divert
Actuates a small diverting gate in a pharmaceutical vial sorting lane, where the compact 20 mm bore and round-end CM cover handle the pivot action smoothly.
Micro-Clamp Actuation
Drives a low-profile clamping jaw in a micro-machining center, relying on the 8 mm hard-chrome plated carbon steel rod to cycle rapidly at up to 800 mm/s.
Replacing the Airtac MAL20 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL20X25-S-CM with MBL20X25-S-CM
To replace the MAL20X25-S-CM, order the MBL20X25-S-CM, ensuring you keep the CM round-end back cover and the -S magnet option. Because this SKU includes a magnet, you must update your sensing setup: the legacy CS1-M and DS1-M switches will not fit the new body, so select CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG sensors. The bore dictates the G1/8 port and the M8x1.25 rod-end thread, both of which remain identical on the MBL.
For sizing flexibility, you can step down to the smaller bore if less force is needed, or step up to the 25 mm bore if your application requires more power. The next size up, the 25 mm cylinder, provides 245 N of push force at 0.5 MPa. If you need to hold a load vertically when air pressure is lost, be aware that neither the MAL nor the MBL acts as a lock; the rod will drift, requiring an external rod lock or a pilot-operated check valve. Furthermore, if your application demands adjustable end-of-stroke damping rather than a fixed rubber bumper, look to the MBLC variant in the current MBL lineup.
Upgrade checklist
- ✓ Order the MBL20X25-S-CM (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 MBL20X25-S-CM instead of this discontinued model.
Airtac MAL20 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL20X25-S-CM FAQ
Yes, the MAL series is discontinued. The direct replacement is the MBL20X25-S-CM. It offers the same 20 mm bore, 25 mm stroke, 157 N push force at 0.5 MPa, G1/8 port, and CM round-end mounting. You will need to update your sensors from the older CS1-M/DS1-M to the CMSG/DMSG/EMSG family.
At 0.5 MPa, the 20 mm bore provides 157 N of push force and 132 N of pull force. At 0.7 MPa, the push force is 220 N, with a maximum theoretical force of 32 kgf at 1.0 MPa. It uses an 8 mm carbon-steel rod with 20 um hard-chrome plating and an M8x1.25 rod-end thread.
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