This model is discontinued
AirTAC has phased out the MAL series. The drop-in replacement is MBL25X150CAH — same bore, stroke, output force, port and mounting, so it fits the same application. Simply order the MBL25X150CAH 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 MAL25X150CAH
The AirTAC Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X150CAH is a double-acting aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder with a Ø25mm bore and 150mm stroke, G1/8 air ports and a fixed rubber bumper. This model is discontinued — the drop-in replacement is the MBL25X150CAH, which matches its bore, stroke, force and mounting.
- BoreØ25 mm
- Stroke150 mm
- Port sizeG1/8
- Acting typeDouble acting
- Rod threadM10×1.25
- StatusDiscontinued → MBL25X150CAH
About the Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X150CAH
The AirTAC MAL25X150CAH is a discontinued double-acting aluminum mini round cylinder with a 25 mm bore and 150 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 MBL25X150CAH, a true drop-in alternative retaining the exact same bore, stroke, output force, G1/8 port, and CA pivot mounting. Because this specific SKU lacks a built-in magnet, it cannot accept any position sensors.
Two structural details distinguish the old MAL from the current MBL. The original MAL features threaded front and back covers, whereas the MBL upgrade utilizes a riveted rolling-packed body for a more compact assembly. Internally, the MAL relies on a heterogeneous two-way seal that retains grease, paired with a self-lubricating front-cover bearing guide that supports the 10 mm hard-chrome plated carbon-steel rod. End-of-stroke energy is absorbed solely by a fixed rubber bumper, meaning there is no adjustable air cushion.
Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X150CAH Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X150CAH |
|---|---|
| Series | MAL aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder (discontinued) |
| Replacement | MBL25X150CAH |
| Bore size | Ø25 mm |
| Stroke | 150 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 MBL25X150CAH 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 MBL25X150CAH 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 MAL25X150CAH
| MAL | Aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder, double acting (discontinued). |
|---|---|
| 25 | Bore size in mm (20/25/32/40). |
| ×150 | 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 MAL25X150CAH Is Used
Pouch Transfer Arms
Pushes packaged goods between conveyor belts using 245 N of thrust, where the CA pivot clevis absorbs the slight arcing motion of the transfer arm.
Ejecting Circuit Boards
Extends 150 mm to push tested electronics out of an inspection fixture, relying on the fixed rubber bumper to prevent harsh impacts on delicate components.
Carton Flap Folders
Actuates a mechanical arm to fold minor flaps on small packaging lines, fitting into tight machine gaps thanks to the compact 25 mm aluminum body.
Replacing the Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X150CAH with MBL25X150CAH
To replace the MAL25X150CAH, order the MBL25X150CAH. Confirm your 25 mm bore, 150 mm stroke, PT tapered port thread, and the CA pivot back cover. Because this SKU has no -S magnet, it cannot support a position switch; if you require sensing, order an MBL25X150S variant and use the current CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG sensors instead of the older CS1-M or DS1-M switches. If your load drifts when air is removed, add an external rod lock or pilot-operated check valve, as the rubber bumper is not a holding mechanism.
For sizing flexibility, stepping down to a 20 mm bore drops the 0.5 MPa push force to 157 N, while stepping up to a 32 mm bore increases it to 402 N. At 150 mm of travel, the 10 mm rod is susceptible to bending under lateral stress; leverage the CA clevis to accommodate arcing loads, or install an external guide rail. If end-of-stroke shock is excessive, the current-line MBLC offers an adjustable air cushion the MAL never had.
Upgrade checklist
- ✓ Order the MBL25X150CAH (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 MBL25X150CAH instead of this discontinued model.
Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X150CAH FAQ
Yes, the MAL25X150CAH is discontinued. The exact drop-in replacement is the MBL25X150CAH, which matches the 25 mm bore, 150 mm stroke, G1/8 port, and CA pivot mounting. The MBL upgrades the body to a riveted rolling-packed design but functions identically.
At 0.5 MPa, it provides 245 N of push force and 206 N of pull force. At 0.7 MPa, the push force increases to 343 N, with a theoretical maximum of 50 kgf at 1.0 MPa. The operating speed ranges from 30-800 mm/s.
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