This model is discontinued
AirTAC has phased out the MAL series. The drop-in replacement is MBL25X120SCA — same bore, stroke, output force, port and mounting, so it fits the same application. Simply order the MBL25X120SCA 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 MAL25X120SCA
The AirTAC Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X120SCA is a double-acting aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder with a Ø25mm bore and 120mm stroke, G1/8 air ports and a fixed rubber bumper. This model is discontinued — the drop-in replacement is the MBL25X120SCA, which matches its bore, stroke, force and mounting.
- BoreØ25 mm
- Stroke120 mm
- Port sizeG1/8
- Acting typeDouble acting
- Rod threadM10×1.25
- StatusDiscontinued → MBL25X120SCA
About the Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X120SCA
The AirTAC MAL25X120SCA 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, a 120 mm stroke, and a built-in magnet. The exact drop-in replacement is the MBL25X120SCA, matching the bore, stroke, output force, G1/8 port, and CA mounting. The original MAL utilized threaded front and back covers on the barrel, whereas the current MBL uses a riveted rolling-packed body for equally robust performance.
This specific SKU includes a CA pivot back cover (clevis) designed to swing on a pin and absorb arcing loads, and a -S magnet for position detection. Because it has an -S magnet, the legacy MAL works with older CS1-M or DS1-M reed switches. When upgrading to the MBL25X120SCA, you must update to the current CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG sensor family. The piston relies on a heterogeneous two-way seal that retains grease, and the 10 mm carbon-steel rod is plated with 20 um hard chrome for wear resistance.
Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X120SCA Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X120SCA |
|---|---|
| Series | MAL aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder (discontinued) |
| Replacement | MBL25X120SCA |
| Bore size | Ø25 mm |
| Stroke | 120 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 MBL25X120SCA 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 MBL25X120SCA 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 MAL25X120SCA
| MAL | Aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder, double acting (discontinued). |
|---|---|
| 25 | Bore size in mm (20/25/32/40). |
| ×120 | 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 MAL25X120SCA Is Used
Bottle Diverter Gate
Swings a pivot arm to route 500 ml PET bottles on a packaging line, using the 245 N push force and CA clevis to handle the arcing trajectory smoothly.
PCB Edge Trimmer
Pushes a cutting blade to shear excess printed circuit board material, relying on the 120 mm stroke to clear the work area for robotic unloading.
Component Sorter
Actuates a reject flap on an SMD tape feeder, using the -S magnet and CS1-M sensor to confirm the flap closed before the next part advances.
Replacing the Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X120SCA with MBL25X120SCA
To replace the MAL25X120SCA, order the MBL25X120SCA. Verify your 25 mm bore, 120 mm stroke, G1/8 port, and CA pivot back cover. The default thread form is PT. If you need to adjust the force, stepping down to the 20 mm bore yields 157 N of push at 0.5 MPa, while stepping up to the 32 mm bore provides 402 N. The 120 mm stroke is long enough that the 10 mm rod has limited tolerance for side-loads; use the CA clevis to allow arcing motion or add an external guide rail to prevent rod bending. The fixed rubber bumper softens end-of-stroke impact but does not lock the rod—if air pressure drops, the load will drift, so add an external rod lock for vertical or held loads. If you require adjustable air cushioning, look to the MBLC variant on the current line instead of the MAL bumper.
Upgrade checklist
- ✓ Order the MBL25X120SCA (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 MBL25X120SCA instead of this discontinued model.
Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X120SCA FAQ
Yes, the MAL25X120SCA is discontinued. The exact drop-in replacement is the MBL25X120SCA, which offers the same 25 mm bore, 120 mm stroke, 245 N push force, G1/8 port, and CA pivot mounting. You will need to upgrade your sensors from the older CS1-M/DS1-M to the current CMSG/DMSG/EMSG family.
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 maximum theoretical force of 50 kgf at 1.0 MPa. It features a 10 mm carbon-steel rod with an M10x1.25 rod-end thread and operates at 30-800 mm/s.
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