This model is discontinued
AirTAC has phased out the MAL series. You can still order this code here: we ship the direct replacement MBL20X800CA, 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 MAL20X800CA
The AirTAC MAL20 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL20X800CA is a double-acting aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder with a Ø20mm bore and 800mm stroke, G1/8 air ports and a fixed rubber bumper. This model is discontinued — the direct replacement is the MBL20X800CA, which matches its bore, stroke, force and mounting.
- BoreØ20 mm
- Stroke800 mm
- Port sizeG1/8
- Acting typeDouble acting
- Rod threadM8×1.25
- StatusDiscontinued → MBL20X800CA
- 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 MAL20X800CA
The AirTAC MAL20X800CA is a discontinued double-acting aluminum mini round cylinder with a 20mm bore and an 800mm stroke. Because this stroke exceeds the 500mm standard limit, it was produced as a made-to-order item. It delivers 157N push and 132N pull at 0.5MPa, utilizing a G1/8 port and an M8x1.25 rod-end thread. The direct replacement is the MBL20X800CA, which matches the bore, stroke, output force, port size, and CA mounting.
This legacy unit relies on a fixed rubber bumper for end-of-stroke damping rather than an adjustable cushion; if cushioning is required on the new line, the MBLC variant provides that feature. The original MAL features threaded front and back covers, whereas the MBL replacement uses a riveted rolling-packed body. Additionally, this specific SKU lacks a built-in magnet, meaning it cannot support a position sensor.
Airtac MAL20 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL20X800CA Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MAL20 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL20X800CA |
|---|---|
| Series | MAL aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder (discontinued) |
| Replacement | MBL20X800CA |
| Bore size | Ø20 mm |
| Stroke | 800 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 MBL20X800CA 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 MBL20X800CA 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 MAL20X800CA
| MAL | Aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder, double acting (discontinued). |
|---|---|
| 20 | Bore size in mm (20/25/32/40). |
| ×800 | 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 MAL20X800CA Is Used
Textile Loom Guide
Actuates a thread guide over an 800mm path, where the 157N force at 0.5MPa is sufficient for light positioning and the CA pivot absorbs frame oscillation.
Packaging Diverter
Pushes cartons along an extended 800mm lane at 220N push using 0.7MPa, relying on the compact 20mm bore to fit tight conveyor side-rails.
Warehouse Shuttle
Moves a lightweight shuttle tray between storage bays, where the 32kgf maximum theoretical force handles the tray mass while the aluminum body minimizes inertia.
Replacing the Airtac MAL20 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL20X800CA with MBL20X800CA
To replace the MAL20X800CA, order the MBL20X800CA, ensuring the CA pivot back cover and PT thread are specified. The CA clevis allows the cylinder to swing on a pin, which is critical for managing arcing loads over an 800mm stroke. If you need to step down to the neighboring bore, the 32mm option provides 402N push at 0.5MPa; if stepping up is impossible since 20mm is the smallest available size in this series. Note that a plain MAL or MBL cylinder does not hold its position or load when air is lost, as the rod drifts; for a held load, an external rod lock or pilot-operated check valve is required. Given the 800mm stroke and small 8mm rod, side-load tolerance is low, so an external guide or the CA pivot is essential to prevent rod bending.
Upgrade checklist
- ✓ Order the MBL20X800CA (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 MBL20X800CA instead of this discontinued model.
Airtac MAL20 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL20X800CA FAQ
Yes, the MAL20X800CA is discontinued. The direct replacement is the MBL20X800CA, which offers the same 20mm bore, 800mm stroke, G1/8 port, CA pivot mounting, and output force. The MBL upgrades the body to a riveted rolling-packed design from the original threaded covers.
At 0.5MPa, the push force is 157N and the pull force is 132N. At 0.7MPa, the push force is 220N, with a maximum theoretical force of 32kgf at 1.0MPa. The fixed rubber bumper only softens the end of stroke and does not act as a lock, so the rod will drift if air pressure is lost.
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