This model is discontinued
AirTAC has phased out the MAL series. The drop-in replacement is MBL25X1000-S-CA — same bore, stroke, output force, port and mounting, so it fits the same application. Simply order the MBL25X1000-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 MAL25X1000-S-CA
The AirTAC Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X1000-S-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-S-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-S-CA
About the Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X1000-S-CA
The AirTAC MAL25X1000-S-CA is a discontinued compact double-acting aluminum mini round cylinder. Built for a 25 mm bore, it generates 245 N of push force and 206 N of pull force at 0.5 MPa. Because the 1000 mm stroke exceeds the 500 mm standard limit, this unit was produced as a non-standard, made-to-order configuration. AirTAC replaced this legacy unit with the MBL25X1000-S-CA, a drop-in alternative retaining the exact bore, stroke, output force, G1/8 port, and CA pivot mounting.
This SKU includes a built-in magnet (-S) for position detection and a CA pivot back cover that swings on a pin to absorb arcing loads. On the MAL, the -S magnet pairs with older CS1-M or DS1-M reed switches, whereas the MBL replacement requires the current CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG sensor family. The original MAL body features threaded front and back covers, while the upgraded MBL uses a riveted rolling-packed body for equally durable aluminum-barrel performance. A fixed rubber bumper halts the rod at end-of-stroke, but it does not lock the load if air pressure drops.
Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X1000-S-CA Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X1000-S-CA |
|---|---|
| Series | MAL aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder (discontinued) |
| Replacement | MBL25X1000-S-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-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 MBL25X1000-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 MAL25X1000-S-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-S-CA Is Used
Textile Loom Guide
Drives a yarn guide carriage across a 1-meter loom width, using the 245 N push force to shift the thread guide arm precisely while the CA pivot absorbs lateral sway.
PCB Depaneling Saw
Feeds a circular saw assembly along a 1000 mm track to cut large electronics panels, relying on the magnet and CS1-M sensor for end-of-travel signaling.
Vertical Tray Dispenser
Raises a stack of packaging trays from a lower magazine, where the compact 25 mm aluminum body fits within tight machine framework and the long stroke provides deep vertical reach.
Replacing the Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X1000-S-CA with MBL25X1000-S-CA
To replace the MAL25X1000-S-CA, order the MBL25X1000-S-CA. Confirm your 25 mm bore, 1000 mm non-standard stroke, PT thread form, CA pivot back cover, and magnet requirement during checkout. Because the -S magnet is present, you must upgrade your old CS1-M or DS1-M switches to the modern CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG sensors to match the MBL body. If you need an adjustable air cushion to soften the end-of-stroke impact on this long stroke, step up to the MBLC variant on the current line, as the MAL only offers a fixed rubber bumper.
For sizing flexibility, stepping down to the 20 mm bore yields 157 N of push force at 0.5 MPa, while stepping up to the 32 mm bore provides 402 N. A 1000 mm stroke on a 10 mm rod demands careful side-load management; the CA pivot is essential here, but you should add an external guide rail to prevent rod bending. Remember that a plain cylinder does not hold its load when air is lost—the rod will drift. Use an external rod lock or pilot-operated check valve for fail-safe position holding.
Upgrade checklist
- ✓ Order the MBL25X1000-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 MBL25X1000-S-CA instead of this discontinued model.
Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X1000-S-CA FAQ
Yes, the MAL25X1000-S-CA is discontinued. The exact drop-in replacement is the MBL25X1000-S-CA, offering the same 25 mm bore, 1000 mm stroke, force, G1/8 port, and CA pivot mounting. You must update your sensors, as the MBL uses CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG switches instead of the older CS1-M or DS1-M.
The 25 mm bore delivers 245 N push and 206 N pull at 0.5 MPa, 343 N push at 0.7 MPa, and a maximum theoretical force of 50 kgf at 1.0 MPa. It uses a 10 mm carbon-steel rod with 20 um hard chrome plating, an M10x1.25 rod-end thread, and a G1/8 port.
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