This model is discontinued
AirTAC has phased out the MAL series. The drop-in replacement is MBL25X100-S-CA — same bore, stroke, output force, port and mounting, so it fits the same application. Simply order the MBL25X100-S-CA 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 MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X100-S-CA
The AirTAC Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X100-S-CA is a double-acting aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder with a Ø25mm bore and 100mm stroke, G1/8 air ports and a fixed rubber bumper. This model is discontinued — the drop-in replacement is the MBL25X100-S-CA, which matches its bore, stroke, force and mounting.
- BoreØ25 mm
- Stroke100 mm
- Port sizeG1/8
- Acting typeDouble acting
- Rod threadM10×1.25
- StatusDiscontinued → MBL25X100-S-CA
About the Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X100-S-CA
The AirTAC MAL25X100-S-CA is a discontinued compact double-acting aluminum mini round cylinder. Delivering 245 N of push force at 0.5 MPa, it features a 25 mm bore, 100 mm stroke, and a CA pivot back cover. AirTAC replaced this legacy unit with the MBL25X100-S-CA, a drop-in upgrade retaining the exact same bore, stroke, output force, G1/8 port, and clevis mounting.
This SKU includes a built-in magnet (-S) for position detection. The original MAL works with older CS1-M or DS1-M reed switches, while the modern MBL replacement transitions to CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG solid-state sensors. The legacy MAL utilizes threaded front and back covers, whereas the newer MBL employs a riveted rolling-packed body for a more rigid assembly. Both designs rely on a fixed rubber bumper to soften end-of-stroke impacts rather than an adjustable air cushion.
Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X100-S-CA Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X100-S-CA |
|---|---|
| Series | MAL aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder (discontinued) |
| Replacement | MBL25X100-S-CA |
| Bore size | Ø25 mm |
| Stroke | 100 mm |
| Acting type | Double acting |
| Port size | G1/8 |
| Rod thread | M10×1.25 |
| 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 MBL25X100-S-CA carries the same ratings. Confirm against the product label before installation. Thread options: PT / G / NPT.
Theoretical Output Force (Ø25mm)
| Pressure | Push force | Pull force |
|---|---|---|
| 0.5 MPa | 245 N | 206 N |
| 0.7 MPa | 344 N | — |
| Max (@1.0 MPa) | 50 kgf | |
The MBL25X100-S-CA 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 MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X100-S-CA
| MAL | Aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder, double acting (discontinued). |
|---|---|
| 25 | Bore size in mm (20/25/32/40). |
| ×100 | 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 MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X100-S-CA Is Used
PCB Router Gantry
Drives a light pick-and-place head along an electronics assembly line, using the 245 N push force to seat connectors onto printed circuit boards.
Packaging Diverter Arm
Actuates a swinging gate on a packaging conveyor, where the CA pivot back cover accommodates the arcing motion needed to push small cartons off the main belt.
Lab Centrifuge Lid Latch
Extends 100 mm to lock and unlock the safety cover on a laboratory centrifuge, relying on the -S magnet to confirm the lid is fully secured before spin-up.
Replacing the Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X100-S-CA with MBL25X100-S-CA
To replace the MAL25X100-S-CA, order the MBL25X100-S-CA. Confirm your 100 mm stroke, G1/8 port, PT thread form, and the CA pivot back cover, which allows the cylinder to swing on a pin to absorb arcing loads. If your machine requires adjustable end-cushioning to stop a heavy moving mass, step up to the MBLC series, as the standard MAL only provides a fixed rubber bumper. The 10 mm carbon-steel rod with 20 um hard-chrome plating runs through a self-lubricating front-cover bearing guide, but the relatively small rod diameter means side-load tolerance is low. At 100 mm of travel, a CA pivot mount helps accommodate minor alignment shifts, but for longer strokes you should add an external guide to prevent rod bending.
When sizing, verify if 245 N of push at 0.5 MPa is sufficient. If you need less force, the neighboring 20 mm bore provides 157 N of push at 0.5 MPa. If your application requires more thrust, stepping up to the 32 mm bore yields 402 N of push at 0.5 MPa. Note that a plain double-acting cylinder does not hold its position if air pressure drops; the rod will drift. Use an external rod lock or pilot-operated check valve if you need fail-safe load holding.
Upgrade checklist
- ✓ Order the MBL25X100-S-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 MBL25X100-S-CA instead of this discontinued model.
Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X100-S-CA FAQ
Yes, the MAL25X100-S-CA is discontinued. The exact drop-in replacement is the AirTAC MBL25X100-S-CA, which matches the 25 mm bore, 100 mm stroke, G1/8 port, CA pivot mounting, and output force. You must upgrade your position sensors, as the legacy MAL -S magnet works with CS1-M and DS1-M switches, while the MBL requires CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG sensors.
At 0.5 MPa, the push force is 245 N and the pull force is 206 N. At 0.7 MPa, the push force increases to 343 N. The maximum theoretical force is 50 kgf when operated at the 1.0 MPa pressure limit.
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