This model is discontinued
AirTAC has phased out the MAL series. The drop-in replacement is MBL25X105U — same bore, stroke, output force, port and mounting, so it fits the same application. Simply order the MBL25X105U 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 MAL25X105U
The AirTAC Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X105U 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 MBL25X105U, which matches its bore, stroke, force and mounting.
- BoreØ25 mm
- Stroke105 mm
- Port sizeG1/8
- Acting typeDouble acting
- Rod threadM10×1.25
- StatusDiscontinued → MBL25X105U
About the Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X105U
The AirTAC MAL25X105U is a discontinued double-acting aluminum mini round cylinder with a 25mm bore and 105mm stroke. It delivers 245N of push force and 206N of pull force at 0.5 MPa. The exact drop-in replacement is the MBL25X105U, which matches the bore, stroke, output, G1/8 port, and U flat-end back cover. This SKU lacks a magnet, so it cannot accept a position sensor.
Unlike the MAL which uses threaded front and back covers, the current MBL features a riveted rolling-packed body for equal structural integrity. The original MAL relies on a fixed rubber bumper to soften end-of-stroke impacts, whereas the modern MBLC variant introduces an adjustable air cushion if your application demands precise deceleration. A heterogeneous two-way seal retains grease on the piston, while the carbon-steel rod is plated with 20 um of hard chrome to resist wear.
Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X105U Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X105U |
|---|---|
| Series | MAL aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder (discontinued) |
| Replacement | MBL25X105U |
| 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 MBL25X105U 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 MBL25X105U 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 MAL25X105U
| 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 MAL25X105U Is Used
PCB Router Ejection
Uses the 245N push force at 0.5 MPa to eject cut printed circuit boards from a routing fixture without damaging delicate surface-mount components.
Carton Flap Folder
Employs the 105mm stroke to tuck minor flaps on small packaging cartons prior to tape sealing, fitting neatly into compact conveyor side-frames.
Diagnostic Cartridge Stopper
Acts as a rigid stop gate for microfluidic cartridges entering a reader bay, relying on the U flat-end back cover for stable, non-pivoting alignment.
Replacing the Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X105U with MBL25X105U
To replace the MAL25X105U, order the MBL25X105U. Verify your 105mm stroke, 25mm bore, PT tapered port threads, and the U flat-end rigid back cover. Because this specific SKU has no -S magnet, it cannot support a CS1-M or DS1-M sensor; if you need position detection on the new unit, specify an MBL25X105US and migrate to the current CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG switch family.
For sizing flexibility, stepping down to a 20mm bore yields 157N of push force at 0.5 MPa, while stepping up to a 32mm bore provides 402N. Note that a plain MAL or MBL does not hold its position when air pressure is lost—the rod will drift. The fixed rubber bumper only softens the stroke end, so add an external rod lock or pilot-operated check valve if you require strict load holding.
Upgrade checklist
- ✓ Order the MBL25X105U (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 MBL25X105U instead of this discontinued model.
Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X105U FAQ
Yes, the MAL25X105U is discontinued. The exact drop-in replacement is the MBL25X105U, which offers the same 25mm bore, 105mm stroke, G1/8 port, and U flat-end mounting. The main upgrade is that the MBL uses a riveted rolling-packed body instead of the older threaded covers.
At 0.5 MPa it provides 245N push and 206N pull; at 0.7 MPa it provides 343N push, with a theoretical maximum of 50 kgf at 1.0 MPa. Because this specific SKU lacks the -S magnet, it cannot accept a position sensor like the older CS1-M or DS1-M switches.
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