This model is discontinued
AirTAC has phased out the MAL series. The drop-in replacement is MBL25X115CA — same bore, stroke, output force, port and mounting, so it fits the same application. Simply order the MBL25X115CA 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 MAL25X115CA
The AirTAC Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X115CA is a double-acting aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder with a Ø25mm bore and 115mm stroke, G1/8 air ports and a fixed rubber bumper. This model is discontinued — the drop-in replacement is the MBL25X115CA, which matches its bore, stroke, force and mounting.
- BoreØ25 mm
- Stroke115 mm
- Port sizeG1/8
- Acting typeDouble acting
- Rod threadM10×1.25
- StatusDiscontinued → MBL25X115CA
About the Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X115CA
The AirTAC MAL25X115CA is a discontinued compact double-acting aluminum mini round cylinder delivering 245 N of push force at 0.5 MPa. It features a 25 mm bore, 115 mm stroke, and a CA pivot back cover. AirTAC replaced this legacy unit with the MBL25X115CA, a drop-in alternative retaining the exact same bore, stroke, output force, G1/8 port, and CA mounting interface.
This SKU lacks a -S magnet, so it cannot accept a position sensor. The original MAL body uses threaded front and back covers, whereas the modern MBL replacement utilizes a riveted rolling-packed body construction. Internally, a heterogeneous two-way seal retains grease, and the Ø10 mm carbon-steel rod features 20 μm hard-chrome plating. End-of-stroke deceleration relies on a fixed rubber bumper, not an adjustable cushion.
Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X115CA Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X115CA |
|---|---|
| Series | MAL aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder (discontinued) |
| Replacement | MBL25X115CA |
| Bore size | Ø25 mm |
| Stroke | 115 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 MBL25X115CA 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 MBL25X115CA 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 MAL25X115CA
| MAL | Aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder, double acting (discontinued). |
|---|---|
| 25 | Bore size in mm (20/25/32/40). |
| ×115 | 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 MAL25X115CA Is Used
Textile Loom Guide
Actuates a yarn guide arm in a textile loom, utilizing the 245 N push force and CA pivot to accommodate the swinging arc during high-speed weaving cycles.
Bottling Line Diverter
Pushes small PET bottles onto a secondary packaging conveyor, relying on the fixed rubber bumper to soften the 115 mm stroke impact without external shock absorbers.
Pallet Tag Applicator
Extends 115 mm to press adhesive labels onto palletized cartons, where the compact aluminum body fits neatly within tight conveyor gantry spacing.
Replacing the Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X115CA with MBL25X115CA
To replace the MAL25X115CA, order the MBL25X115CA, ensuring you keep the PT threaded port and the CA pivot back cover for your arcing loads. If your application requires position sensing, this non-magnet SKU cannot support it; you must select an MBL25X115CAS equivalent and upgrade to the modern CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG switch family, as the older CS1-M and DS1-M sensors are obsolete. If you need adjustable air cushioning at the end of stroke, step up to the MBLC series.
For sizing flexibility, stepping down to the 20 mm bore yields 157 N push at 0.5 MPa, while stepping up to the 32 mm bore provides 402 N. Note that a plain MBL does not hold its position or load when air is lost—the rod drifts. For a held load, install an external rod lock or a pilot-operated check valve. At 115 mm stroke, side-load tolerance is low due to the 10 mm rod; ensure the CA clevis absorbs arcing motion or use an external guide.
Upgrade checklist
- ✓ Order the MBL25X115CA (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 MBL25X115CA instead of this discontinued model.
Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X115CA FAQ
Yes, the MAL25X115CA is discontinued. The exact drop-in replacement is the MBL25X115CA, which matches the 25 mm bore, 115 mm stroke, CA pivot cover, and G1/8 port. The main upgrade is a riveted rolling-packed body replacing the original threaded covers.
At 0.5 MPa, the push force is 245 N and pull is 206 N. At 0.7 MPa, push is 343 N, with a maximum theoretical force of 50 kgf at 1.0 MPa. Because this specific SKU lacks a -S magnet, it cannot accept any position sensor.
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