This model is discontinued
AirTAC has phased out the MAL series. The drop-in replacement is MBL25X105SCA — same bore, stroke, output force, port and mounting, so it fits the same application. Simply order the MBL25X105SCA 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 MAL25X105SCA
The AirTAC Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X105SCA is a double-acting aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder with a Ø25mm bore and 105mm stroke, G1/8 air ports and a fixed rubber bumper. This model is discontinued — the drop-in replacement is the MBL25X105SCA, which matches its bore, stroke, force and mounting.
- BoreØ25 mm
- Stroke105 mm
- Port sizeG1/8
- Acting typeDouble acting
- Rod threadM10×1.25
- StatusDiscontinued → MBL25X105SCA
About the Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X105SCA
The AirTAC MAL25X105SCA is a discontinued double-acting aluminum mini round cylinder with a 25 mm bore and 105 mm stroke. It delivers 245 N of push force and 206 N of pull force at 0.5 MPa. AirTAC replaced this legacy unit with the MBL25X105SCA, a drop-in alternative that matches the exact bore, stroke, output force, G1/8 port, and CA pivot mounting for seamless retrofitting.
This SKU features a built-in magnet (-S) for position detection. On the original MAL body, this magnet pairs with older CS1-M or DS1-M reed switches, but the MBL replacement upgrades you to the current CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG sensor families. Another structural change is the body construction: the legacy MAL uses threaded front and back covers, whereas the modern MBL features a riveted rolling-packed barrel. 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 MAL25X105SCA Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X105SCA |
|---|---|
| Series | MAL aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder (discontinued) |
| Replacement | MBL25X105SCA |
| Bore size | Ø25 mm |
| Stroke | 105 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 MBL25X105SCA 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 MBL25X105SCA 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 MAL25X105SCA
| MAL | Aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder, double acting (discontinued). |
|---|---|
| 25 | Bore size in mm (20/25/32/40). |
| ×105 | 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 MAL25X105SCA Is Used
Textile Loom Weft Guide
Drives a 105 mm shifting stroke on a weft guide arm, using the 245 N push force at 0.5 MPa to move yarn carriers smoothly across the weaving bed.
PCB Depaneling Saw Gate
Actuates a 105 mm gate to route singulated circuit boards, relying on the CA pivot to absorb slight angular misalignment during the cutting cycle.
Carton Flap Folder
Folds minor corrugated box flaps at high speed, where the fixed rubber bumper safely absorbs the repetitive 105 mm extension impact without requiring adjustment.
Replacing the Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X105SCA with MBL25X105SCA
To replace the MAL25X105SCA, order the MBL25X105SCA. Confirm your 25 mm bore, 105 mm stroke, G1/8 port, and PT thread form are correct. This unit includes a CA pivot back cover, which swings on a pin to accommodate arcing loads—keep this pivot if your mechanism moves through an arc. Because this SKU has the -S magnet, note that your old CS1-M or DS1-M switches will not fit the MBL; you must upgrade to CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG sensors. If you need to adjust the bore size, 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.
At 105 mm of travel, the Ø10 mm piston rod is long enough that side-load tolerance is low; use an external guide rail to prevent rod bending. The fixed rubber bumper softens the stroke ends but does not lock the load—if air pressure drops, the rod will drift, so add an external pilot-operated check valve for position holding. If your application requires adjustable end-cushioning to absorb kinetic energy, step up to the MBLC variant on the current line, as the MAL lacks this feature.
Upgrade checklist
- ✓ Order the MBL25X105SCA (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 MBL25X105SCA instead of this discontinued model.
Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X105SCA FAQ
Yes, the MAL25X105SCA is discontinued. The exact drop-in replacement is the MBL25X105SCA, which offers the same 25 mm bore, 105 mm stroke, G1/8 port, and CA pivot mounting. You will need to upgrade your position sensors, as the MBL uses CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG switches instead of the older CS1-M or DS1-M models.
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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