This model is discontinued
AirTAC has phased out the MAL series. The drop-in replacement is MBL25X165SCA — same bore, stroke, output force, port and mounting, so it fits the same application. Simply order the MBL25X165SCA 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 MAL25X165SCA
The AirTAC Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X165SCA is a double-acting aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder with a Ø25mm bore and 165mm stroke, G1/8 air ports and a fixed rubber bumper. This model is discontinued — the drop-in replacement is the MBL25X165SCA, which matches its bore, stroke, force and mounting.
- BoreØ25 mm
- Stroke165 mm
- Port sizeG1/8
- Acting typeDouble acting
- Rod threadM10×1.25
- StatusDiscontinued → MBL25X165SCA
About the Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X165SCA
The AirTAC MAL25X165SCA is a discontinued double-acting aluminum mini round cylinder with a 25mm bore and 165mm stroke, delivering 245N of push force at 0.5MPa. Its compact footprint and CA pivot back cover make it suited for tight mechanical spaces requiring articulating motion. The exact drop-in replacement is the MBL25X165SCA, which matches the original bore, stroke, output force, G1/8 port, and mounting hardware.
This legacy unit features a carbon-steel rod with 20um hard-chrome plating and a heterogeneous two-way seal that retains grease for long service life. The original MAL body uses threaded front and back covers, whereas the modern MBL25X165SCA utilizes a riveted rolling-packed body for equally robust performance. Because this SKU includes the -S magnet, it originally paired with CS1-M or DS1-M switches; upgrading to the MBL means transitioning to the current CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG sensor family.
Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X165SCA Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X165SCA |
|---|---|
| Series | MAL aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder (discontinued) |
| Replacement | MBL25X165SCA |
| Bore size | Ø25 mm |
| Stroke | 165 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 MBL25X165SCA 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 MBL25X165SCA 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 MAL25X165SCA
| MAL | Aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder, double acting (discontinued). |
|---|---|
| 25 | Bore size in mm (20/25/32/40). |
| ×165 | 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 MAL25X165SCA Is Used
Pouch Packaging Diverter
Articulates via the CA pivot to push lightweight retail pouches across a conveyor belt, utilizing the 245N push force at 0.5MPa without stalling.
Textile Yarn Guide
Cycles 165mm to shift a yarn guide carriage on weaving looms, where the compact 25mm aluminum body fits within tight frame clearances.
Carton Flap Folder
Extends to fold minor carton flaps during case erecting, relying on the fixed rubber bumper to soften the end-of-stroke impact.
Replacing the Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X165SCA with MBL25X165SCA
To replace this MAL, order the MBL25X165SCA. Verify your 25mm bore, 165mm stroke, PT thread, and the CA pivot back cover, which allows the cylinder to swing on a pin to absorb arcing loads. If your application requires adjustable end-cushioning to absorb kinetic energy, step up to the current-line MBLC variant, as the MAL only provides a fixed rubber bumper. If air pressure drops, a plain MAL or MBL cylinder will drift and cannot hold a load without an external rod lock or pilot-operated check valve.
For sizing flexibility, stepping down to a 20mm bore yields 157N of push force at 0.5MPa, while stepping up to a 32mm bore provides 402N. Because the 165mm stroke is relatively long for a 10mm rod, side-load tolerance is low; ensure you use the CA clevis to prevent rod bending, or add an external guide rail to support the load.
Upgrade checklist
- ✓ Order the MBL25X165SCA (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 MBL25X165SCA instead of this discontinued model.
Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X165SCA FAQ
Yes, the MAL25X165SCA is discontinued. The exact drop-in replacement is the MBL25X165SCA, offering the same 25mm bore, 165mm stroke, G1/8 port, and CA pivot mounting. The main difference is the body construction: the MAL uses threaded covers while the MBL uses a riveted rolling-packed body.
At 0.5MPa it provides 245N push and 206N pull force; at 0.7MPa it provides 343N push, with a maximum theoretical force of 50kgf at 1.0MPa. Because this SKU has the -S magnet, it works with older CS1-M and DS1-M switches; if you upgrade to the MBL25X165SCA, you must use the current CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG sensors.
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