This model is discontinued
AirTAC has phased out the MAL series. You can still order this code here: we ship the direct replacement MBL20X80CA, 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 MAL20X80-CA
The AirTAC MAL20 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL20X80-CA is a double-acting aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder with a Ø20mm bore and 80mm stroke, G1/8 air ports and a fixed rubber bumper. This model is discontinued — the direct replacement is the MBL20X80-CA, which matches its bore, stroke, force and mounting.
- BoreØ20 mm
- Stroke80 mm
- Port sizeG1/8
- Acting typeDouble acting
- Rod threadM8×1.25
- StatusDiscontinued → MBL20X80-CA
- 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 MAL20X80-CA
The AirTAC MAL20X80-CA is a discontinued compact double-acting aluminum mini round cylinder. It delivers 157 N of push force and 132 N of pull force at 0.5 MPa. AirTAC replaced this end-of-life unit with the MBL20X80-CA, a direct upgrade retaining the exact 20 mm bore, 80 mm stroke, G1/8 port, and CA pivot back cover.
This legacy MAL features threaded front and back covers, whereas the modern MBL replacement uses a riveted rolling-packed body. Because this specific SKU lacks the -S magnet option, it cannot accept a position sensor. The cylinder relies on a fixed rubber bumper to soften end-of-stroke impacts, as it lacks the adjustable air cushion found on the current-line MBLC variant.
Airtac MAL20 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL20X80-CA Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MAL20 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL20X80-CA |
|---|---|
| Series | MAL aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder (discontinued) |
| Replacement | MBL20X80-CA |
| Bore size | Ø20 mm |
| Stroke | 80 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 MBL20X80-CA 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 MBL20X80-CA 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 MAL20X80-CA
| MAL | Aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder, double acting (discontinued). |
|---|---|
| 20 | Bore size in mm (20/25/32/40). |
| ×80 | 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 MAL20X80-CA Is Used
Textile Loom Doffing
Drives the arcing swing motion of a yarn guide arm on a weaving machine, where the CA pivot clevis accommodates the curved path and 157 N push force is sufficient.
Package Divert Flap
Actuates a lightweight routing gate on a packaging conveyor, using the 80 mm stroke to push small cartons into a secondary chute without rigid binding.
PCB Edge Guide
Positions a thin circuit board on an SMT line, where the compact 20 mm aluminum body fits tight machine frames and the fixed bumper absorbs the stop impact.
Replacing the Airtac MAL20 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL20X80-CA with MBL20X80-CA
To replace the MAL20X80-CA, order the MBL20X80-CA. Verify your setup accommodates the G1/8 port and M8x1.25 rod-end thread. The CA back cover provides a pivot clevis that swings on a pin, making it ideal for arcing loads rather than rigid mounting. If you need position sensing, you must step up to an MBL20X80S-CA, as this non-S SKU cannot mount a sensor. Furthermore, a plain bumper does not lock the rod; if you need to hold a vertical load when air drops, add an external pilot-operated check valve.
If your application requires less force, stepping down to a 12 mm bore yields lower thrust, while stepping up to a 25 mm bore provides 245 N of push force at 0.5 MPa. At 80 mm of stroke, side-load tolerance is moderate due to the small 8 mm rod; ensure your pivot pin is aligned to prevent rod bending.
Upgrade checklist
- ✓ Order the MBL20X80-CA (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 MBL20X80-CA instead of this discontinued model.
Airtac MAL20 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL20X80-CA FAQ
Yes, the MAL20X80-CA is discontinued. The direct replacement is the MBL20X80-CA, which matches the 20 mm bore, 80 mm stroke, G1/8 port, and CA pivot mounting. The MBL upgrades the body to a riveted rolling-packed design.
At 0.5 MPa, the push force is 157 N and pull is 132 N. At 0.7 MPa, push is 220 N, with a maximum theoretical force of 32 kgf at 1.0 MPa. Because this SKU lacks a magnet, it cannot accept CS1-M or DS1-M sensors; the MBL-S replacement uses CMSG/DMSG/EMSG switches.
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