This model is discontinued
AirTAC has phased out the MAL series. The drop-in replacement is MBL25X110U — same bore, stroke, output force, port and mounting, so it fits the same application. Simply order the MBL25X110U 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 MAL25X110U
The AirTAC Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X110U is a double-acting aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder with a Ø25mm bore and 110mm stroke, G1/8 air ports and a fixed rubber bumper. This model is discontinued — the drop-in replacement is the MBL25X110U, which matches its bore, stroke, force and mounting.
- BoreØ25 mm
- Stroke110 mm
- Port sizeG1/8
- Acting typeDouble acting
- Rod threadM10×1.25
- StatusDiscontinued → MBL25X110U
About the Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X110U
The AirTAC MAL25X110U is a discontinued compact double-acting aluminum mini round cylinder with a 25 mm bore and 110 mm stroke. It delivers 245 N of push force and 206 N of pull force at 0.5 MPa, utilizing a G1/8 port and an M10x1.25 rod-end thread. Because this legacy series has ended production, the direct drop-in replacement is the MBL25X110U, which matches the exact bore, stroke, output force, port size, and mounting dimensions.
This specific SKU features a U flat-end back cover for rigid rear mounting and lacks a magnet, meaning it cannot support any position sensing. The original MAL body uses threaded front and back covers, whereas the modern MBL replacement features a riveted rolling-packed body. Internally, the piston relies on a heterogeneous two-way seal that retains grease, and the carbon-steel rod is protected by 20 um hard-chrome plating for wear resistance.
Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X110U Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X110U |
|---|---|
| Series | MAL aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder (discontinued) |
| Replacement | MBL25X110U |
| Bore size | Ø25 mm |
| Stroke | 110 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 MBL25X110U 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 MBL25X110U 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 MAL25X110U
| MAL | Aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder, double acting (discontinued). |
|---|---|
| 25 | Bore size in mm (20/25/32/40). |
| ×110 | 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 MAL25X110U Is Used
PCB Depaneling Router
Actuates a cutting blade guide in a tight electronics assembly cell, using the 245 N push force at 0.5 MPa to cleanly route populated printed circuit boards.
Carton Flap Folder
Folds small corrugated carton flaps on a compact packaging line, where the 110 mm stroke provides the exact travel needed without consuming valuable machine footprint.
Lab Tube Rack Ejector
Pushes a microplate rack out of a diagnostic carousel, relying on the self-lubricating front-cover bearing guide to survive millions of repetitive cycles without external grease.
Replacing the Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X110U with MBL25X110U
To replace the MAL25X110U, order the MBL25X110U. Verify your setup handles the 110 mm stroke and the U flat-end back cover. Because this SKU lacks an -S magnet, it cannot accept a sensor; if you need position detection, upgrade to an MBL25X110US and switch from the legacy CS1-M / DS1-M switches to the modern CMSG / DMSG / EMSG family. If sizing force, stepping down to a 20 mm bore yields 157 N push at 0.5 MPa, while stepping up to a 32 mm bore provides 402 N push.
At 110 mm of stroke, the 10 mm rod is susceptible to bending if subjected to off-axis loads; use an external guide rail to prevent rod damage. Note that the fixed rubber bumper softens end-of-stroke impact but provides no adjustable cushioning—if you need precise end-of-stroke deceleration, look to the MBLC variant on the current line. Furthermore, this cylinder will not hold a load if air pressure drops; add an external rod lock or pilot-operated check valve for fail-safe positioning.
Upgrade checklist
- ✓ Order the MBL25X110U (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 MBL25X110U instead of this discontinued model.
Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X110U FAQ
Yes, the MAL series is end-of-life. The exact drop-in replacement is the MBL25X110U, which offers the same 25 mm bore, 110 mm stroke, 50 kgf max force, G1/8 port, and U flat-end mounting. The main upgrade is that the MBL uses a riveted rolling-packed body instead of the MAL's threaded covers.
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. Because this specific SKU lacks an -S magnet, it cannot accept a position sensor.
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