This model is discontinued
AirTAC has phased out the MAL series. The drop-in replacement is MBL25X100SUH — same bore, stroke, output force, port and mounting, so it fits the same application. Simply order the MBL25X100SUH 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 MAL25X100SUH
The AirTAC Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X100SUH 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 MBL25X100SUH, which matches its bore, stroke, force and mounting.
- BoreØ25 mm
- Stroke100 mm
- Port sizeG1/8
- Acting typeDouble acting
- Rod threadM10×1.25
- StatusDiscontinued → MBL25X100SUH
About the Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X100SUH
The AirTAC MAL25X100SUH is a discontinued double-acting aluminum mini round cylinder with a 25mm bore and 100mm stroke. It delivers 245N of push force and 206N of pull force at 0.5 MPa, making it suitable for compact automation tasks. The exact drop-in replacement is the MBL25X100SUH, which matches the original bore, stroke, force, G1/8 port, and flat-end U back cover. Buyers should order the MBL equivalent for seamless integration.
This SKU includes a -S magnet for position sensing. On the legacy MAL, this magnet interfaces with older CS1-M or DS1-M reed switches, whereas the MBL replacement shifts to the current CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG sensor family. Structurally, the MAL uses threaded front and back covers, while the MBL features a riveted rolling-packed body. The piston relies on a heterogeneous two-way seal that retains grease, and the carbon-steel rod has 20 um hard-chrome plating for wear resistance.
Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X100SUH Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X100SUH |
|---|---|
| Series | MAL aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder (discontinued) |
| Replacement | MBL25X100SUH |
| 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 MBL25X100SUH 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 MBL25X100SUH 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 MAL25X100SUH
| 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 MAL25X100SUH Is Used
PCB Router Spindle Guard
Moves a 25mm bore clear polycarbonate safety guard over a PCB routing spindle, using 245N of push force at 0.5 MPa to ensure the cover is fully extended before the high-speed cutter activates.
Semiconductor Wafer Cassette Latch
Actuates a spring-loaded latch on a wafer transfer cassette receptacle, providing 206N of pull force at 0.5 MPa to secure the cassette during robotic loading and unloading operations.
Pharmaceutical Vial Diverter
Pushes a lightweight pneumatic deflector gate on a packaging line to route 10ml glass vials into an inspection lane, utilizing the 100mm stroke to clear the conveyor path completely.
Replacing the Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X100SUH with MBL25X100SUH
To replace the MAL25X100SUH, order the MBL25X100SUH, ensuring the 25mm bore, 100mm stroke, PT thread, and U flat-end back cover match your existing mounting layout. Because this model includes the -S magnet, you must also upgrade your sensing setup from the old CS1-M / DS1-M switches to the modern CMSG / DMSG / EMSG series. If you need to adjust the force, stepping down to the 20mm bore yields 157N push at 0.5 MPa, while stepping up to the 32mm bore provides 402N push at 0.5 MPa.
With a 100mm stroke, the 10mm diameter rod is susceptible to bending if subjected to off-center loads; using a pivot mounting accessory or an external guide rail is recommended for side-load protection. The cylinder relies on a fixed rubber bumper for end-of-stroke deceleration, so if your application requires adjustable cushioning, look to the MBLC variant on the current line. Note that this cylinder does not hold its position if air pressure is lost; a pilot-operated check valve or external rod lock is required for load holding.
Upgrade checklist
- ✓ Order the MBL25X100SUH (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 MBL25X100SUH instead of this discontinued model.
Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X100SUH FAQ
Yes, the MAL25X100SUH is discontinued. The exact drop-in replacement is the MBL25X100SUH, which offers the same 25mm bore, 100mm stroke, 245N push force at 0.5 MPa, G1/8 port, and U flat-end back cover. The main upgrade is the switch from threaded covers to a riveted rolling-packed body, and the -S magnet now requires CMSG/DMSG/EMSG sensors instead of the older CS1-M/DS1-M models.
This 25mm bore cylinder provides 245N push and 206N pull at 0.5 MPa, 343N push at 0.7 MPa, and a maximum theoretical force of 50 kgf at 1.0 MPa. It uses a fixed rubber bumper for end-of-stroke cushioning; it does not have an adjustable air cushion. If adjustable cushioning is needed, the current-line MBLC variant offers that feature.
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