This model is discontinued
AirTAC has phased out the MAL series. The drop-in replacement is MBL25X115SCM — same bore, stroke, output force, port and mounting, so it fits the same application. Simply order the MBL25X115SCM 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 MAL25X115SCM
The AirTAC Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X115SCM 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 MBL25X115SCM, which matches its bore, stroke, force and mounting.
- BoreØ25 mm
- Stroke115 mm
- Port sizeG1/8
- Acting typeDouble acting
- Rod threadM10×1.25
- StatusDiscontinued → MBL25X115SCM
About the Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X115SCM
The AirTAC MAL25X115SCM is a discontinued double-acting aluminum mini round cylinder with a 25mm bore and 115mm stroke. It delivers 245N of push force and 206N of pull force at 0.5MPa. AirTAC replaced this legacy unit with the MBL25X115SCM, a drop-in replacement retaining the exact same bore, stroke, output force, G1/8 port, and CM round-end mounting.
This specific SKU includes a built-in magnet (-S) and a CM round-end back cover. The MAL uses a heterogeneous two-way grease-retaining piston seal alongside a self-lubricating front-cover bearing guide, while its carbon-steel rod features 20μm hard-chrome plating. Structurally, the legacy MAL body relies on threaded front and back covers, whereas the modern MBL replacement uses a riveted rolling-packed body. Both designs share identical ratings, but buyers should note the sensor family change: the MAL -S magnet pairs with older CS1-M or DS1-M switches, while the MBL replacement requires current CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG sensors.
Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X115SCM Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X115SCM |
|---|---|
| Series | MAL aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder (discontinued) |
| Replacement | MBL25X115SCM |
| 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 MBL25X115SCM 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 MBL25X115SCM 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 MAL25X115SCM
| 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 MAL25X115SCM Is Used
Packaging Conveyor Diverter
Ideal for a 115mm diverting stroke on a packaging line, using the 245N push force at 0.5MPa to push light cardboard cartons onto a secondary belt.
PCB Test Socket Clamp
Suitable for clamping a printed circuit board test fixture, where the -S magnet and CS1-M/DS1-M switch verify the 115mm extended position before electrical probing begins.
Textile Yarn Guide
Fits compact textile machinery to shift a yarn guide arm, where the CM round-end back cover accommodates the slight arcing motion needed during the 115mm travel.
Replacing the Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X115SCM with MBL25X115SCM
To replace the MAL25X115SCM, order the MBL25X115SCM. Confirm the 25mm bore, 115mm stroke, G1/8 port, and PT thread form are retained. Because this SKU includes the -S magnet, you must upgrade your position detection to CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG switches, as the older CS1-M and DS1-M sensors are incompatible with the new MBL body. The CM round-end back cover on this unit accommodates arcing or pivoting rod-end loads, unlike a rigid flat-end U cover.
If you need to step the force up or down, the neighboring 20mm bore provides 157N of push at 0.5MPa, while the 32mm bore yields 403N. The 115mm stroke exceeds 100mm, so be mindful of side-load tolerance; the 10mm rod has limited bending resistance, making an external guide rail or a pivot mount highly recommended. The MAL uses a fixed rubber bumper for end-of-stroke damping, not an adjustable cushion. If your application demands precise kinetic energy absorption, step up to the MBLC variant on the current line. Furthermore, a plain MBL does not hold its position when air pressure drops—the rod will drift—so deploy an external rod lock or pilot-operated check valve for fail-safe load holding.
Upgrade checklist
- ✓ Order the MBL25X115SCM (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 MBL25X115SCM instead of this discontinued model.
Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X115SCM FAQ
Yes, the MAL25X115SCM is discontinued. The exact drop-in replacement is the MBL25X115SCM, which matches the 25mm bore, 115mm stroke, 50kgf maximum force, G1/8 port, and CM round-end cover. You must update your position sensors, as the MBL body requires CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG switches instead of the older CS1-M/DS1-M family.
At 0.5MPa, the 25mm bore provides 245N of push force and 206N of pull force. At 0.7MPa, the push force increases to 343N. The theoretical maximum force is 50kgf when operated at the 1.0MPa pressure limit.
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