This model is discontinued
AirTAC has phased out the MAL series. The drop-in replacement is MBL20X25SCASDB — same bore, stroke, output force, port and mounting, so it fits the same application. Simply order the MBL20X25SCASDB 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 MAL20X25SCASDB
The AirTAC Airtac MAL20 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL20X25SCASDB 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 drop-in replacement is the MBL20X25SCASDB, which matches its bore, stroke, force and mounting.
- BoreØ20 mm
- Stroke25 mm
- Port sizeG1/8
- Acting typeDouble acting
- Rod threadM8×1.25
- StatusDiscontinued → MBL20X25SCASDB
About the Airtac MAL20 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL20X25SCASDB
The AirTAC MAL20X25SCASDB is a discontinued compact double-acting aluminum mini round cylinder with a 20mm bore and 25mm stroke. It delivers 157N of push force and 132N of pull force at 0.5 MPa, making it suitable for light-duty manipulation. AirTAC ended production of the MAL series, replacing it with the MBL20X25SCASDB as a drop-in upgrade that retains the exact bore, stroke, output force, G1/8 port, and SDB mounting.
This specific SKU includes a CA pivot back cover and an SDB pivot bracket, allowing the cylinder body to swing on a pin to absorb arcing loads. It also features an -S magnet for position sensing. The older MAL body used threaded front and back covers, whereas the current MBL replacement utilizes a riveted rolling-packed body. Furthermore, while this MAL magnet works with legacy CS1-M or DS1-M switches, the MBL replacement requires the modern CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG sensor family.
Airtac MAL20 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL20X25SCASDB Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MAL20 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL20X25SCASDB |
|---|---|
| Series | MAL aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder (discontinued) |
| Replacement | MBL20X25SCASDB |
| 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 MBL20X25SCASDB 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 MBL20X25SCASDB 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 MAL20X25SCASDB
| 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 MAL20X25SCASDB Is Used
PCB Depaneling Router
Provides 157N of push at 0.5 MPa to separate routed circuit boards, using the CA and SDB pivot bracket to accommodate fixture misalignment.
IC Test Handler Ejection
Cycles 25mm to push tested integrated circuits out of sockets, relying on the -S magnet and CS1-M switch for precise end-of-stroke confirmation.
Small Part Divert Gate
Actuates a lightweight routing flap on a conveyor, where the self-lubricating front-cover bearing guide ensures smooth operation in tight spaces.
Replacing the Airtac MAL20 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL20X25SCASDB with MBL20X25SCASDB
To replace the MAL20X25SCASDB, order the MBL20X25SCASDB, ensuring you keep the PT thread, CA pivot cover, and SDB bracket. If your application requires an adjustable air cushion instead of the standard fixed rubber bumper, step up to the MBLC variant on the current line. For sizing, if 157N of push at 0.5 MPa is excessive, stepping down is not an option as 20mm is the smallest available bore. If you need more force, the next size up is the 25mm bore, which provides 245N of push at 0.5 MPa. Keep in mind that a plain cylinder does not hold its load when air pressure is lost; the rod will drift, so utilize an external rod lock for vertical positioning. The 8mm carbon-steel rod with 20um hard chrome plating offers low side-load tolerance, but the CA and SDB pivot combination actively mitigates rod bending by allowing the cylinder to articulate naturally.
Upgrade checklist
- ✓ Order the MBL20X25SCASDB (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 MBL20X25SCASDB instead of this discontinued model.
Airtac MAL20 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL20X25SCASDB FAQ
Yes, the MAL20X25SCASDB is discontinued. The exact drop-in replacement is the MBL20X25SCASDB, which matches the 20mm bore, 25mm stroke, G1/8 port, CA pivot cover, and SDB bracket. You will only need to update your sensors from the legacy CS1-M or DS1-M to the modern CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG switches.
The 20mm bore double-acting cylinder provides 157N push and 132N pull at 0.5 MPa, 220N push at 0.7 MPa, and a maximum theoretical force of 32 kgf at 1.0 MPa. It uses a G1/8 port, an 8mm rod, and operates at speeds between 30-800 mm/s.
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