This model is discontinued
AirTAC has phased out the MAL series. The drop-in replacement is MBL25X180SCA — same bore, stroke, output force, port and mounting, so it fits the same application. Simply order the MBL25X180SCA 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 MAL25X180SCA
The AirTAC Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X180SCA is a double-acting aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder with a Ø25mm bore and 180mm stroke, G1/8 air ports and a fixed rubber bumper. This model is discontinued — the drop-in replacement is the MBL25X180SCA, which matches its bore, stroke, force and mounting.
- BoreØ25 mm
- Stroke180 mm
- Port sizeG1/8
- Acting typeDouble acting
- Rod threadM10×1.25
- StatusDiscontinued → MBL25X180SCA
About the Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X180SCA
The AirTAC MAL25X180SCA is a discontinued double-acting aluminum mini round cylinder with a 25mm bore and 180mm stroke, delivering 245N of push force at 0.5MPa. AirTAC replaced this legacy unit with the MBL25X180SCA, a true drop-in alternative retaining the exact same force, G1/8 port, and mounting interface. Because this SKU includes the CA pivot back cover, it is designed to swing on a pin to accommodate arcing loads rather than rigidly binding the assembly.
This specific configuration features a built-in magnet (-S) for position detection. Upgrading to the MBL25X180SCA brings a structural change: the older MAL uses threaded front and back covers, whereas the modern MBL utilizes a riveted rolling-packed body for a more robust seal. Furthermore, while the MAL magnet functions with legacy CS1-M or DS1-M reed switches, the MBL replacement transitions to the current CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG sensor families. The internal mechanics rely on a heterogeneous two-way seal that retains grease, paired with a self-lubricating front-cover bearing guide that supports the Ø10mm carbon-steel rod with 20µm hard chrome plating.
Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X180SCA Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X180SCA |
|---|---|
| Series | MAL aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder (discontinued) |
| Replacement | MBL25X180SCA |
| Bore size | Ø25 mm |
| Stroke | 180 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 MBL25X180SCA 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 MBL25X180SCA 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 MAL25X180SCA
| MAL | Aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder, double acting (discontinued). |
|---|---|
| 25 | Bore size in mm (20/25/32/40). |
| ×180 | 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 MAL25X180SCA Is Used
Pouch Packaging Diverter
Swings on its CA pivot to deflect sealed pouches exiting a vertical form-fill-seal machine, utilizing the 245N push force at 0.5MPa to ensure positive redirection without stalling the belt.
PCB Router Clamp
Holds a printed circuit board panel stationary against a routing fixture during depaneling, where the 180mm stroke accommodates varying panel widths and the rubber bumper absorbs vibration.
Carton Flap Folder
Extends 180mm to tuck the minor flaps of corrugated shipping cartons prior to tape sealing, relying on the self-lubricating bearing guide to maintain smooth rod travel in dusty environments.
Replacing the Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X180SCA with MBL25X180SCA
To replace the MAL25X180SCA, order the MBL25X180SCA, confirming the 25mm bore, 180mm stroke, PT thread, and CA pivot back cover are retained. If your application requires less force, stepping down to the 20mm bore yields 157N push at 0.5MPa; conversely, stepping up to the 32mm bore provides 402N push at 0.5MPa. The 180mm stroke exceeds 300mm, so the relatively small Ø10mm rod has limited side-load tolerance—you must use the CA clevis to articulate the cylinder or add an external guide to prevent rod bending. Note that the fixed rubber bumper softens end-of-stroke impacts but does not lock the rod; if air pressure drops, the load will drift unless held by an external pilot-operated check valve. If end-of-stroke deceleration is insufficient, the current-line MBLC offers an adjustable air cushion absent on the MAL.
Upgrade checklist
- ✓ Order the MBL25X180SCA (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 MBL25X180SCA instead of this discontinued model.
Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X180SCA FAQ
Yes, the MAL25X180SCA is discontinued. The exact drop-in replacement is the MBL25X180SCA, which matches the 25mm bore, 180mm stroke, G1/8 port, and CA pivot mounting. The MBL upgrades the body to a riveted rolling-packed design, and if you use the -S magnet for sensing, you must switch from the old CS1-M/DS1-M switches to the modern CMSG/DMSG/EMSG series.
At 0.5MPa, the push force is 245N and the pull force is 206N. At 0.7MPa, the push force increases to 343N. The theoretical maximum force is 50kgf at the 1.0MPa operating pressure limit.
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