This model is discontinued
AirTAC has phased out the MAL series. The drop-in replacement is MBL25X135CA — same bore, stroke, output force, port and mounting, so it fits the same application. Simply order the MBL25X135CA 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 MAL25X135CA
The AirTAC Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X135CA is a double-acting aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder with a Ø25mm bore and 135mm stroke, G1/8 air ports and a fixed rubber bumper. This model is discontinued — the drop-in replacement is the MBL25X135CA, which matches its bore, stroke, force and mounting.
- BoreØ25 mm
- Stroke135 mm
- Port sizeG1/8
- Acting typeDouble acting
- Rod threadM10×1.25
- StatusDiscontinued → MBL25X135CA
About the Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X135CA
The AirTAC MAL25X135CA is a discontinued double-acting aluminum mini round cylinder with a 25 mm bore and 135 mm stroke. It delivers 245 N of push force and 206 N of pull force at 0.5 MPa. AirTAC replaced this legacy unit with the MBL25X135CA, a drop-in alternative that matches the exact bore, stroke, output force, G1/8 port, and CA pivot mounting. The original MAL body used threaded front and back covers, whereas the current MBL features a riveted rolling-packed body for equally robust performance.
This specific SKU lacks a magnet, meaning it cannot accept a position sensor. If your application requires end-of-stroke detection, you would need a version with the -S option (which uses the older CS1-M or DS1-M switches on the MAL, or the modern CMSG/DMSG/EMSG switches on the MBL). Internally, the piston relies on a heterogeneous two-way seal that retains grease, and the carbon-steel rod is protected by 20 um hard-chrome plating.
Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X135CA Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X135CA |
|---|---|
| Series | MAL aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder (discontinued) |
| Replacement | MBL25X135CA |
| Bore size | Ø25 mm |
| Stroke | 135 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 MBL25X135CA 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 MBL25X135CA 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 MAL25X135CA
| MAL | Aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder, double acting (discontinued). |
|---|---|
| 25 | Bore size in mm (20/25/32/40). |
| ×135 | 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 MAL25X135CA Is Used
Textile Loom Tensioning
Uses the 245 N push force at 0.5 MPa to maintain consistent yarn tension. The CA pivot clevis accommodates the pivot arc of the guide arm during high-speed weaving operations.
Package Sorting Diverter
Pushes lightweight cardboard cartons on a sorting line with a 135 mm stroke. The self-lubricating front-cover bearing guide ensures smooth cycling without external grease in dusty dispatch areas.
Bottle Lane Guide
Adjusts the lane width for different container sizes on a filling machine. The G1/8 port allows compact manifold mounting in tight machinery frames while providing 206 N of pull force.
Replacing the Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X135CA with MBL25X135CA
To replace the MAL25X135CA, order the MBL25X135CA. Verify your setup accommodates the G1/8 port and the default PT tapered thread form. The CA back cover on this unit is a pivot clevis designed to swing on a pin, making it ideal for arcing loads. Because this SKU has no -S magnet, it cannot support a position sensor. If you need end-of-stroke feedback, select an MBL25X135CAS and upgrade to CMSG/DMSG/EMSG switches.
For sizing, this 25 mm bore generates 245 N of push at 0.5 MPa. If you need less force, step down to the 20 mm bore (157 N push). If you need more power, step up to the 32 mm bore (402 N push). Note that the MAL uses a fixed rubber bumper, not an adjustable cushion; if your load requires end-of-stroke deceleration, look at the MBLC variant on the current line. Since the 135 mm stroke exceeds 300 mm, the 10 mm rod has low side-load tolerance. Use an external guide or ensure the CA pivot absorbs any angular misalignment. A plain MAL/MBL does not hold its position if air pressure drops; add a pilot-operated check valve for load holding.
Upgrade checklist
- ✓ Order the MBL25X135CA (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 MBL25X135CA instead of this discontinued model.
Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X135CA FAQ
Yes, the MAL25X135CA is discontinued. The exact drop-in replacement is the MBL25X135CA. It provides the same 25 mm bore, 135 mm stroke, G1/8 port, and CA pivot mounting. The MBL features a riveted rolling-packed body instead of the threaded covers found on the MAL.
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. This specific SKU does not have a magnet, so it cannot accept a position sensor. If you order an MBL with the -S option, it uses CMSG/DMSG/EMSG switches.
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