This model is discontinued
AirTAC has phased out the MAL series. The drop-in replacement is MBL25X1000-CA — same bore, stroke, output force, port and mounting, so it fits the same application. Simply order the MBL25X1000-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 MAL25X1000-CA
The AirTAC Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X1000-CA is a double-acting aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder with a Ø25mm bore and 1000mm stroke, G1/8 air ports and a fixed rubber bumper. This model is discontinued — the drop-in replacement is the MBL25X1000-CA, which matches its bore, stroke, force and mounting.
- BoreØ25 mm
- Stroke1000 mm
- Port sizeG1/8
- Acting typeDouble acting
- Rod threadM10×1.25
- StatusDiscontinued → MBL25X1000-CA
About the Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X1000-CA
The AirTAC MAL25X1000-CA is a discontinued compact double-acting aluminum mini round cylinder with a 25mm bore and a 1000mm stroke. Because 1000mm exceeds the 500mm standard limit, this unit was a made-to-order configuration. It delivers 245N of push force and 206N of pull force at 0.5 MPa. AirTAC replaced the MAL series with the MBL aluminum-barrel line, and the exact drop-in replacement is the MBL25X1000-CA, matching the bore, stroke, force, G1/8 port, and CA pivot mounting.
This specific SKU lacks a built-in magnet, meaning it cannot accept a position sensor. The original MAL body used threaded front and back covers, whereas the current MBL replacement features a riveted rolling-packed body. Both designs share identical ratings. The CA back cover provides a pivot clevis that swings on a pin to accommodate arcing loads, which is critical for a 1000mm stroke. The piston relies on a heterogeneous two-way seal that retains grease, and the carbon-steel rod has 20um hard-chrome plating to resist wear.
Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X1000-CA Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X1000-CA |
|---|---|
| Series | MAL aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder (discontinued) |
| Replacement | MBL25X1000-CA |
| Bore size | Ø25 mm |
| Stroke | 1000 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 MBL25X1000-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 MBL25X1000-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 MAL25X1000-CA
| MAL | Aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder, double acting (discontinued). |
|---|---|
| 25 | Bore size in mm (20/25/32/40). |
| ×1000 | 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 MAL25X1000-CA Is Used
Textile Loom Guiding
Drives a 1000mm travel yarn guiding carriage on a weaving loom, using the 245N push force to shift the assembly while the CA pivot absorbs lateral arc motion.
Pallet Transfer Arm
Actuates a long manual pallet transfer arm in a packaging line, where the CA clevis accommodates the geometric arc of the extended 1-meter stroke.
Vertical Lift Gate
Raises a lightweight access gate on a sorting machine, requiring an external rod lock since the rubber bumper cannot hold the 1000mm extended load vertically.
Replacing the Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X1000-CA with MBL25X1000-CA
To replace this discontinued cylinder, order the MBL25X1000-CA. Confirm your 25mm bore, 1000mm stroke, PT thread, and CA pivot back cover. Because this SKU has no -S magnet, it cannot support a sensor; if you need position detection, step up to an MBL25X1000-S-CA and note the MBL uses current CMSG/DMSG/EMSG switches rather than the legacy CS1-M/DS1-M. The MAL uses a fixed rubber bumper; if your application needs an adjustable air cushion for the long travel, select the MBLC25X1000-CA variant.
For sizing flexibility, stepping down to the 20mm bore yields 157N of push force at 0.5 MPa, while stepping up to the 32mm bore provides 402N. A plain cylinder does not hold its load when air is lost; the rod drifts, so use an external rod lock for vertical positioning. At 1000mm of travel, the 10mm rod is highly susceptible to bending under side loads. You must use an external guide rail or ensure the CA pivot swings freely to prevent rod damage.
Upgrade checklist
- ✓ Order the MBL25X1000-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 MBL25X1000-CA instead of this discontinued model.
Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X1000-CA FAQ
Yes, the AirTAC MAL25X1000-CA is discontinued. The exact drop-in replacement is the MBL25X1000-CA, which matches the 25mm bore, 1000mm stroke, 50kgf max force, G1/8 port, and CA pivot mounting. You can order the MBL as a direct fit.
At 0.5 MPa, the 25mm bore provides 245N push and 206N pull force; at 0.7 MPa it provides 343N push, with a maximum theoretical force of 50kgf at 1.0 MPa. Because this specific SKU lacks an -S magnet, it cannot accept a position sensor.
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