This model is discontinued
AirTAC has phased out the MAL series. The drop-in replacement is MBL25X130U — same bore, stroke, output force, port and mounting, so it fits the same application. Simply order the MBL25X130U 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 MAL25X130U
The AirTAC Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X130U is a double-acting aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder with a Ø25mm bore and 130mm stroke, G1/8 air ports and a fixed rubber bumper. This model is discontinued — the drop-in replacement is the MBL25X130U, which matches its bore, stroke, force and mounting.
- BoreØ25 mm
- Stroke130 mm
- Port sizeG1/8
- Acting typeDouble acting
- Rod threadM10×1.25
- StatusDiscontinued → MBL25X130U
About the Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X130U
The AirTAC MAL25X130U is a discontinued double-acting aluminum mini round cylinder with a 25mm bore and 130mm stroke, delivering 245N of push force at 0.5MPa. The exact drop-in replacement is the MBL25X130U, matching the bore, stroke, output force, G1/8 port, and U flat-end back cover. You can install the MBL without altering your existing mounting layout.
This legacy MAL version features threaded front and back covers, whereas the current MBL uses a riveted rolling-packed body. Because this specific SKU lacks an -S magnet, it cannot accept a position sensor. The cylinder relies on a fixed rubber bumper for end-of-stroke damping and uses a heterogeneous two-way grease-retaining seal alongside a self-lubricating front-cover bearing guide.
Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X130U Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X130U |
|---|---|
| Series | MAL aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder (discontinued) |
| Replacement | MBL25X130U |
| Bore size | Ø25 mm |
| Stroke | 130 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 MBL25X130U 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 MBL25X130U 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 MAL25X130U
| MAL | Aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder, double acting (discontinued). |
|---|---|
| 25 | Bore size in mm (20/25/32/40). |
| ×130 | 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 MAL25X130U Is Used
PCB Reject Gate
Pushes a diverter arm on a SMT line using 245N of thrust at 0.5MPa to redirect faulty boards off the main conveyor belt.
Carton Flap Folder
Uses the 130mm stroke to fold small corrugated box flaps prior to tape sealing, relying on the rigid U flat-end back cover for alignment.
Pneumatic Parts Ejector
Kicks stamped metal parts out of a press die area, benefiting from the self-lubricating front-cover bearing guide for high cycle durability.
Replacing the Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X130U with MBL25X130U
To replace the MAL25X130U, order the MBL25X130U and confirm your 10mm rod thread (M10x1.25), G1/8 port, and U flat-end back cover. If you need position sensing on the new unit, you must specify an -S magnet on the MBL, which will require upgrading to the modern CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG switch family since the older CS1-M and DS1-M sensors are obsolete. If your application requires adjustable air cushioning rather than a fixed rubber bumper, step up to the MBLC variant.
For sizing flexibility, stepping down to a 20mm bore reduces the push force to 157N at 0.5MPa, while stepping up to a 32mm bore increases it to 402N. Because this 130mm stroke exceeds 300mm, the 10mm rod has low side-load tolerance; use an external guide or pivot mount to prevent rod bending. Note that neither the MAL nor the MBL holds its load when air pressure drops, so add an external rod lock for vertical applications.
Upgrade checklist
- ✓ Order the MBL25X130U (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 MBL25X130U instead of this discontinued model.
Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X130U FAQ
Yes, the MAL25X130U is discontinued. The exact drop-in replacement is the MBL25X130U, which matches the 25mm bore, 130mm stroke, G1/8 port, and U flat-end back cover. The main physical change is that the MBL uses a riveted rolling-packed body instead of the threaded covers found on the MAL.
At 0.5MPa, the push force is 245N and the pull force is 206N. At 0.7MPa, the push force increases to 343N. The maximum theoretical force is 50kgf at 1.0MPa. This specific SKU does not have a magnet, so it cannot support position sensors.
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