This model is discontinued
AirTAC has phased out the MAL series. The drop-in replacement is MBL25X15CA — same bore, stroke, output force, port and mounting, so it fits the same application. Simply order the MBL25X15CA 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 MAL25X15CA
The AirTAC Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X15CA is a double-acting aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder with a Ø25mm bore and 15mm stroke, G1/8 air ports and a fixed rubber bumper. This model is discontinued — the drop-in replacement is the MBL25X15CA, which matches its bore, stroke, force and mounting.
- BoreØ25 mm
- Stroke15 mm
- Port sizeG1/8
- Acting typeDouble acting
- Rod threadM10×1.25
- StatusDiscontinued → MBL25X15CA
About the Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X15CA
The AirTAC MAL25X15CA is a discontinued compact double-acting aluminum mini round cylinder. Delivering 245 N of push force at 0.5 MPa, it is replaced directly by the MBL25X15CA. This drop-in successor matches the 25 mm bore, 15 mm stroke, G1/8 port, and CA pivot mounting exactly. The original MAL utilized threaded front and back covers, whereas the current MBL features a riveted rolling-packed body for equally robust performance.
This specific SKU lacks a built-in magnet, meaning it cannot accept position sensors. The CA pivot back cover is designed to swing on a pin, accommodating arcing loads better than a rigid flat-end mount. Internally, a heterogeneous two-way seal retains grease, while the 10 mm carbon-steel rod features 20 um hard-chrome plating to resist wear in tight assembly spaces.
Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X15CA Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X15CA |
|---|---|
| Series | MAL aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder (discontinued) |
| Replacement | MBL25X15CA |
| Bore size | Ø25 mm |
| Stroke | 15 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 MBL25X15CA 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 MBL25X15CA 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 MAL25X15CA
| MAL | Aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder, double acting (discontinued). |
|---|---|
| 25 | Bore size in mm (20/25/32/40). |
| ×15 | 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 MAL25X15CA Is Used
PCB Router Gating
Actuates a pivot gate to sort printed circuit boards after routing, using the 245 N push force and CA clevis to accommodate the slight arc of the swinging mechanism.
IC Tube Transfer
Pushes integrated circuit shipping tubes into a labeling fixture, where the short 15 mm stroke and compact aluminum body fit neatly between dense machine guarding.
Carton Flap Breaker
Pivots a mechanical arm to break open minor carton flaps prior to case erecting, leveraging the 206 N pull force to retract the arm rapidly.
Replacing the Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X15CA with MBL25X15CA
To replace the MAL25X15CA, order the MBL25X15CA. Confirm your 15 mm stroke, G1/8 port, PT thread, and CA pivot back cover. Because this SKU has no -S magnet, it cannot support a sensor; if you need position detection, move to an MBL25X15SCA and note that the modern MBL uses CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG switches instead of the legacy CS1-M/DS1-M family.
For sizing, this 25 mm bore generates 245 N push and 206 N pull at 0.5 MPa. If you need less force, step down to the 20 mm bore (157 N push at 0.5 MPa). If you need more power, step up to the 32 mm bore (402 N push at 0.5 MPa). The MAL uses a fixed rubber bumper, not an adjustable cushion; if your application requires end-of-stroke deceleration, specify the MBLC variant on the current line. A plain cylinder does not hold a load when air pressure is lost, so add an external rod lock for vertical safety.
Upgrade checklist
- ✓ Order the MBL25X15CA (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 MBL25X15CA instead of this discontinued model.
Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X15CA FAQ
Yes, the MAL25X15CA is discontinued. The exact drop-in replacement is the MBL25X15CA, which offers the same 25 mm bore, 15 mm stroke, G1/8 port, and CA pivot mounting. The newer MBL body uses a riveted rolling-packed design instead of the original threaded covers, but maintains identical output force and dimensions for seamless integration.
The 25 mm bore provides 245 N push and 206 N pull at 0.5 MPa, 343 N push at 0.7 MPa, and a maximum theoretical force of 50 kgf at 1.0 MPa. This specific SKU does not have a magnet, so it cannot accept position sensors. If you need detection, order the MBL25X15SCA and use current CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG switches rather than the older CS1-M/DS1-M sensors.
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