This model is discontinued
AirTAC has phased out the MAL series. The drop-in replacement is MBL25X1000-S-CM — same bore, stroke, output force, port and mounting, so it fits the same application. Simply order the MBL25X1000-S-CM 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-CM
The AirTAC Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X1000-S-CM 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-CM, 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-CM
About the Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X1000-S-CM
The AirTAC MAL25X1000-S-CM is a discontinued double-acting aluminum mini round cylinder with a 25 mm bore and a 1000 mm non-standard made-to-order stroke. It delivers 245 N of push force at 0.5 MPa. AirTAC replaced this legacy unit with the MBL25X1000-S-CM, a drop-in alternative retaining the exact bore, stroke, force, G1/8 port, and CM round-end mounting interface.
This SKU includes a built-in magnet (-S) for position detection. During the upgrade, the sensor family changes: the legacy MAL works with CS1-M / DS1-M switches, while the MBL replacement requires the current CMSG / DMSG / EMSG series. Structurally, the older MAL uses threaded front and back covers, whereas the MBL features a riveted rolling-packed body. The piston relies on a heterogeneous two-way seal that retains grease, paired with a self-lubricating front-cover bearing guide.
Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X1000-S-CM Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X1000-S-CM |
|---|---|
| Series | MAL aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder (discontinued) |
| Replacement | MBL25X1000-S-CM |
| 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-CM 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-CM 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-CM
| 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-CM Is Used
Long-Reach Divert Gate
Drives a 1000 mm pivoting divert arm on a packaging conveyor, using the 245 N push force at 0.5 MPa to swing lightweight cardboard cartons into a secondary lane.
Textile Beam Indexer
Extends across a weaving machine to position a yarn beam, relying on the CM round-end back cover to accommodate slight angular misalignment over the long 1-meter travel.
Vertical Parts Elevator
Pushes small plastic bins up a 1000 mm vertical elevator channel, where the compact 25 mm body saves floor space while delivering 343 N of push force at 0.7 MPa.
Replacing the Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X1000-S-CM with MBL25X1000-S-CM
To replace this cylinder, order the MBL25X1000-S-CM. Verify your 25 mm bore, 1000 mm stroke, G1/8 PT port, and the CM round-end back cover. Because this is a 1000 mm non-standard stroke exceeding the 500 mm standard maximum, expect a made-to-order lead time. The -S magnet means you must upgrade your CS1-M or DS1-M sensors to the CMSG / DMSG / EMSG family used by the MBL.
When sizing, consider stepping down to a 20 mm bore for lighter loads (157 N push at 0.5 MPa) or up to a 32 mm bore for heavier work (402 N push at 0.5 MPa). A 1000 mm stroke on a 10 mm rod demands strict side-load management; use an external guide rail to prevent rod bending. Note that the fixed rubber bumper only softens end-of-stroke impacts and does not hold the load if air pressure drops. For adjustable end-cushioning, look at the current MBLC line instead of the MAL.
Upgrade checklist
- ✓ Order the MBL25X1000-S-CM (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-CM instead of this discontinued model.
Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X1000-S-CM FAQ
Yes, the MAL25X1000-S-CM is discontinued. The exact drop-in replacement is the MBL25X1000-S-CM, which matches the 25 mm bore, 1000 mm stroke, G1/8 port, and CM round-end mounting. You must upgrade your position sensors, as the legacy CS1-M / DS1-M switches are replaced by CMSG / DMSG / EMSG switches on the MBL.
At 0.5 MPa, the push force is 245 N and the pull force is 206 N. At 0.7 MPa, the push force is 343 N, with a theoretical maximum of 50 kgf at 1.0 MPa. It uses a fixed rubber bumper for end-of-stroke damping, not an adjustable cushion. If adjustable cushioning is required for this long stroke, the current MBLC series offers that feature.
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