This model is discontinued
AirTAC has phased out the MAL series. The drop-in replacement is MBL25X125-S-CA-H — same bore, stroke, output force, port and mounting, so it fits the same application. Simply order the MBL25X125-S-CA-H 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 MAL25X125-S-CA-H
The AirTAC Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X125-S-CA-H is a double-acting aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder with a Ø25mm bore and 125mm stroke, G1/8 air ports and a fixed rubber bumper. This model is discontinued — the drop-in replacement is the MBL25X125-S-CA-H, which matches its bore, stroke, force and mounting.
- BoreØ25 mm
- Stroke125 mm
- Port sizeG1/8
- Acting typeDouble acting
- Rod threadM10×1.25
- StatusDiscontinued → MBL25X125-S-CA-H
About the Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X125-S-CA-H
The AirTAC MAL25X125-S-CA-H is a discontinued double-acting aluminum mini round cylinder. It delivers a 245 N push and 206 N pull force at 0.5 MPa, utilizing a Ø10 mm carbon-steel rod with 20 µm hard-chrome plating. The exact drop-in replacement is the MBL25X125-S-CA-H, which matches the bore, stroke, force, G1/8 port, and CA pivot mounting.
This legacy unit features a CA pivot back cover that swings on a pin to absorb arcing loads, distinguishing it from rigid flat-end U or round-end CM covers. The -S magnet pairs with older CS1-M / DS1-M switches, whereas the MBL replacement uses current CMSG / DMSG / EMSG sensors. The MAL uses threaded front and back covers, while the MBL upgrades to a riveted rolling-packed body. A fixed rubber bumper absorbs end-of-stroke impact, but it does not lock the rod; if air is lost, the load drifts.
Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X125-S-CA-H Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X125-S-CA-H |
|---|---|
| Series | MAL aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder (discontinued) |
| Replacement | MBL25X125-S-CA-H |
| Bore size | Ø25 mm |
| Stroke | 125 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 MBL25X125-S-CA-H 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 MBL25X125-S-CA-H 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 MAL25X125-S-CA-H
| MAL | Aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder, double acting (discontinued). |
|---|---|
| 25 | Bore size in mm (20/25/32/40). |
| ×125 | 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 MAL25X125-S-CA-H Is Used
Pivot-Driven Sorting Gates
Swings a 125 mm lever to deflect small packages on a conveyor, utilizing the 245 N push force and CA clevis to handle arcing motion without binding the rod.
PCB Test Socket Cam
Exerts 206 N pull to retract a testing probe array from populated circuit boards, where the 125 mm stroke provides clearance for board extraction.
Textile Yarn Guide
Traverses a thread guide across a 125 mm path, relying on the self-lubricating front-cover bearing guide to maintain smooth motion at 30-800 mm/s speeds.
Replacing the Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X125-S-CA-H with MBL25X125-S-CA-H
To replace the MAL25X125-S-CA-H, order the MBL25X125-S-CA-H. Verify your PT port thread, CA pivot back cover, and the -S magnet requirement, noting the sensor family changes from CS1-M / DS1-M to CMSG / DMSG / EMSG. If you need to step down, the 20 mm bore provides 157 N push at 0.5 MPa; stepping up to the 32 mm bore yields 402 N push at 0.5 MPa. Because the stroke is 125 mm, the 10 mm rod has low side-load tolerance, so use the CA clevis to allow arcing motion or add an external guide. The fixed rubber bumper softens strokes, but for adjustable air cushioning, look to the current MBLC line. A plain bumper does not hold a load when air drops, so add an external rod lock for position holding.
Upgrade checklist
- ✓ Order the MBL25X125-S-CA-H (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 MBL25X125-S-CA-H instead of this discontinued model.
Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X125-S-CA-H FAQ
Yes, the MAL25X125-S-CA-H is discontinued. The exact drop-in replacement is the MBL25X125-S-CA-H, which matches the 25 mm bore, 125 mm stroke, CA pivot back cover, G1/8 port, and mounting. The MBL upgrades the body to a riveted rolling-packed design and requires CMSG / DMSG / EMSG sensors instead of the older CS1-M / DS1-M switches.
The 25 mm bore uses a G1/8 port and a Ø10 mm rod with an M10x1.25 thread. At 0.5 MPa it provides 245 N push and 206 N pull. At 0.7 MPa the push is 343 N, and the maximum theoretical force is 50 kgf at 1.0 MPa.
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