This model is discontinued
AirTAC has phased out the MAL series. The drop-in replacement is MBL25X175-S-CA — same bore, stroke, output force, port and mounting, so it fits the same application. Simply order the MBL25X175-S-CA 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 MAL25X175-S-CA
The AirTAC Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X175-S-CA is a double-acting aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder with a Ø25mm bore and 175mm stroke, G1/8 air ports and a fixed rubber bumper. This model is discontinued — the drop-in replacement is the MBL25X175-S-CA, which matches its bore, stroke, force and mounting.
- BoreØ25 mm
- Stroke175 mm
- Port sizeG1/8
- Acting typeDouble acting
- Rod threadM10×1.25
- StatusDiscontinued → MBL25X175-S-CA
About the Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X175-S-CA
The AirTAC MAL25X175-S-CA is a discontinued compact double-acting aluminum mini round cylinder with a 25 mm bore and 175 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 MBL25X175-S-CA, a drop-in alternative that matches the exact bore, stroke, output force, G1/8 port, and CA pivot mounting for seamless retrofitting.
This SKU includes a built-in magnet (-S) for position detection. Because it is a legacy MAL, the magnet interfaces with the older CS1-M and DS1-M reed switches; the modern MBL replacement transitions to the current CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG sensor families. The original MAL body uses threaded front and back covers, whereas the updated MBL features a riveted rolling-packed barrel. The piston relies on a heterogeneous two-way seal that retains grease, and the carbon-steel rod is treated with 20 um hard-chrome plating to resist wear.
Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X175-S-CA Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X175-S-CA |
|---|---|
| Series | MAL aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder (discontinued) |
| Replacement | MBL25X175-S-CA |
| Bore size | Ø25 mm |
| Stroke | 175 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 MBL25X175-S-CA 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 MBL25X175-S-CA 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 MAL25X175-S-CA
| MAL | Aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder, double acting (discontinued). |
|---|---|
| 25 | Bore size in mm (20/25/32/40). |
| ×175 | 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 MAL25X175-S-CA Is Used
Textile Loom Tensioning
Uses the 245 N push force at 0.5 MPa to swing a CA pivot bracket and maintain yarn tension on a weaving loom, absorbing the arcing motion of the 175 mm stroke.
Bottle Sorting Diverter
Pivots a deflector gate on a packaging line conveyor; the 175 mm extension provides enough travel to reroute 500 ml containers without consuming excessive floor space.
PCB Test Fixture Lid
Lowers a vacuum probe head onto printed circuit boards, relying on the -S magnet and a CS1-M switch to confirm the 175 mm stroke is fully extended before testing begins.
Replacing the Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X175-S-CA with MBL25X175-S-CA
To replace the discontinued MAL25X175-S-CA, order the MBL25X175-S-CA. Confirm your 25 mm bore, 175 mm stroke, G1/8 port, and PT thread form are retained. The CA back cover provides a pivot clevis that swings on a pin to absorb arcing loads, which is critical for a 175 mm stroke where side-loading can bend the Ø10 mm rod. If your application requires an adjustable air cushion rather than the fixed rubber bumper found on this model, step up to the MBLC series on the current line. Note that a plain cylinder does not hold its position when air pressure is lost; install an external rod lock or pilot-operated check valve if load holding is required.
For sizing flexibility, stepping down to a 20 mm bore reduces the push force to 157 N at 0.5 MPa, while stepping up to a 32 mm bore increases it to 402 N. If you are migrating your sensor setup, remember the MBL25X175-S-CA requires CMSG or DMSG switches instead of the original CS1-M or DS1-M units.
Upgrade checklist
- ✓ Order the MBL25X175-S-CA (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 MBL25X175-S-CA instead of this discontinued model.
Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X175-S-CA FAQ
Yes, the MAL25X175-S-CA is discontinued. The exact drop-in replacement is the MBL25X175-S-CA. It offers the same 25 mm bore, 175 mm stroke, G1/8 port, CA pivot mounting, and output force. The main change is the body construction: the MAL uses threaded covers while the MBL uses a riveted rolling-packed body.
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 theoretical maximum of 50 kgf at 1.0 MPa. Because this SKU includes the -S magnet, it works with older CS1-M and DS1-M switches. If you upgrade to the MBL replacement, you must switch to CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG sensors.
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