This model is discontinued
AirTAC has phased out the MAL series. The drop-in replacement is MBL25X15SCM — same bore, stroke, output force, port and mounting, so it fits the same application. Simply order the MBL25X15SCM 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 MAL25X15SCM
The AirTAC Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X15SCM 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 MBL25X15SCM, which matches its bore, stroke, force and mounting.
- BoreØ25 mm
- Stroke15 mm
- Port sizeG1/8
- Acting typeDouble acting
- Rod threadM10×1.25
- StatusDiscontinued → MBL25X15SCM
About the Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X15SCM
The AirTAC MAL25X15SCM is a discontinued double-acting aluminum mini round cylinder with a 25mm bore and 15mm stroke. It delivers 245N of push force and 206N of pull force at 0.5MPa. AirTAC replaced this legacy unit with the MBL25X15SCM, a drop-in alternative that matches the exact bore, stroke, output, G1/8 port, and CM round-end mounting interface.
The original MAL body used threaded front and back covers, whereas the modern MBL features a riveted rolling-packed barrel for faster assembly. This specific SKU includes a magnet (-S) for position sensing; the legacy MAL works with older CS1-M or DS1-M reed switches, but the MBL replacement requires the current CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG sensor families. The piston relies on a heterogeneous two-way seal that retains grease, paired with a self-lubricating front-cover bearing guide for low-friction cycling.
Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X15SCM Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X15SCM |
|---|---|
| Series | MAL aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder (discontinued) |
| Replacement | MBL25X15SCM |
| 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 MBL25X15SCM 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 MBL25X15SCM 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 MAL25X15SCM
| 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 MAL25X15SCM Is Used
PCB Test Fixture
Drives a 15mm micro-push to seat spring-loaded pogo pins against a printed circuit board, utilizing the 245N force at 0.5MPa without stressing the delicate traces.
Carton Flap Folder
Tucks small corrugated carton side flaps during automated packaging lines, where the short stroke and CM round-end pivot accommodate slight machine frame misalignments.
Vial Stopper Press
Applies a precise downward force to insert rubber stoppers into pharmaceutical vials, relying on the magnet (-S) to confirm the exact insertion depth via a sensor.
Replacing the Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X15SCM with MBL25X15SCM
To replace this MAL25X15SCM, order the MBL25X15SCM. Verify your 10mm rod-end thread (M10x1.25), the default PT port thread form, and the CM round-end back cover. Because this 15mm stroke is very short, side-load bending is minimal, but if your payload drifts when air is removed, note that the fixed rubber bumper is not a lock—you will need an external rod lock or pilot-operated check valve. If you need adjustable air cushioning at the stroke ends, step up to the MBLC variant on the current line, as the MAL only offers a fixed bumper.
If you are re-evaluating bore size for this job, stepping down to the 20mm bore yields 157N push at 0.5MPa, while stepping up to the 32mm bore provides 402N push at 0.5MPa. The 25mm bore strikes a solid middle ground for compact tasks.
Upgrade checklist
- ✓ Order the MBL25X15SCM (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 MBL25X15SCM instead of this discontinued model.
Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X15SCM FAQ
Yes, the MAL25X15SCM is discontinued. The exact drop-in replacement is the MBL25X15SCM, which matches the 25mm bore, 15mm stroke, G1/8 port, and CM round-end cover. Note that if you use the -S magnet for position detection, the older CS1-M / DS1-M switches must be upgraded to the CMSG / DMSG / EMSG family on the new MBL.
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. The cylinder operates between 0.1-1.0MPa with a speed range of 30-800mm/s.
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