This model is discontinued
AirTAC has phased out the MAL series. The drop-in replacement is MBL25X175UFA — same bore, stroke, output force, port and mounting, so it fits the same application. Simply order the MBL25X175UFA 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 MAL25X175UFA
The AirTAC Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X175UFA 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 MBL25X175UFA, which matches its bore, stroke, force and mounting.
- BoreØ25 mm
- Stroke175 mm
- Port sizeG1/8
- Acting typeDouble acting
- Rod threadM10×1.25
- StatusDiscontinued → MBL25X175UFA
About the Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X175UFA
The AirTAC MAL25X175UFA is a discontinued compact double-acting aluminum mini round cylinder with a 25mm bore and 175mm stroke. It delivers 245N of push force and 206N of pull force at 0.5MPa. The exact drop-in replacement is the MBL25X175UFA, which matches the bore, stroke, output force, G1/8 port, and FA flange mounting exactly. This SKU features a U flat-end back cover for rigid rear mounting and uses the default PT tapered port thread.
Because this 175mm stroke length exceeds 300mm, the 10mm carbon-steel rod with 20um hard chrome plating is susceptible to bending under side loads, requiring an external guide rail to prevent premature wear. The original MAL body used threaded front and back covers, whereas the current MBL replacement features a riveted rolling-packed body for enhanced structural integrity. Additionally, this specific SKU lacks a built-in magnet (-S), meaning it cannot accept any position sensing switches.
Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X175UFA Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X175UFA |
|---|---|
| Series | MAL aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder (discontinued) |
| Replacement | MBL25X175UFA |
| 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 MBL25X175UFA 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 MBL25X175UFA 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 MAL25X175UFA
| 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 MAL25X175UFA Is Used
PCB Conveyor Diverter
Pushes lightweight routing gates on a printed circuit board conveyor belt, utilizing the 245N push force at 0.5MPa to divert panels into testing lanes without damaging fragile components.
Textile Loom Guide
Actuates a yarn tensioning guide on a compact textile loom, where the 175mm stroke provides the necessary travel distance and the U flat-end cover anchors rigidly to the machine frame.
Carton Labeling Stop
Halts small product cartons at a labeling station, using the FA flange mount to secure the cylinder laterally while the fixed rubber bumper absorbs the 30-800mm/s impact without bouncing the load.
Replacing the Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X175UFA with MBL25X175UFA
To replace the MAL25X175UFA, order the MBL25X175UFA, ensuring you keep the U flat-end back cover, FA flange mounting, and PT port thread. If your application requires position sensing, you must step up to an MBL25X175S model; note that the older CS1-M and DS1-M sensors are obsolete, requiring the current CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG switch families. The fixed rubber bumper on this cylinder only softens end-of-stroke impacts and does not lock the rod; if air pressure drops, the load will drift, necessitating an external pilot-operated check valve for position holding.
For sizing flexibility, you can step down to the 20mm bore (MBL20X175UFA) which offers 157N push at 0.5MPa, or step up to the 32mm bore (MBL32X175UFA) which provides 402N push at 0.5MPa. If your machinery requires adjustable end-cushioning rather than a fixed rubber bumper, you must migrate to the MBLC aluminum-barrel variant on the current line. Given the 175mm stroke, always pair the FA flange mount with an external guide to manage rod bending moments.
Upgrade checklist
- ✓ Order the MBL25X175UFA (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 MBL25X175UFA instead of this discontinued model.
Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X175UFA FAQ
Yes, the MAL25X175UFA is discontinued. The exact drop-in replacement is the MBL25X175UFA, offering the same 25mm bore, 175mm stroke, 245N push force, G1/8 port, and FA flange mounting. The main upgrade is that the MBL uses a riveted rolling-packed body instead of the older threaded covers.
At 0.5MPa, the push force is 245N and the pull force is 206N. At 0.7MPa, the push force is 343N, with a maximum theoretical force of 50kgf at 1.0MPa. Because this specific SKU lacks the -S magnet, it cannot accept any position sensors like the CS1-M or DS1-M.
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