This model is discontinued
AirTAC has phased out the MAL series. The drop-in replacement is MBL25X185CA — same bore, stroke, output force, port and mounting, so it fits the same application. Simply order the MBL25X185CA 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 MAL25X185CA
The AirTAC Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X185CA is a double-acting aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder with a Ø25mm bore and 185mm stroke, G1/8 air ports and a fixed rubber bumper. This model is discontinued — the drop-in replacement is the MBL25X185CA, which matches its bore, stroke, force and mounting.
- BoreØ25 mm
- Stroke185 mm
- Port sizeG1/8
- Acting typeDouble acting
- Rod threadM10×1.25
- StatusDiscontinued → MBL25X185CA
About the Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X185CA
The AirTAC MAL25X185CA is a discontinued double-acting aluminum mini round cylinder with a 25 mm bore and 185 mm stroke, delivering 245 N of push force at 0.5 MPa. It is replaced directly by the MBL25X185CA, which matches the original G1/8 port, M10x1.25 rod thread, and CA pivot mounting. This legacy model features a fixed rubber bumper and a carbon-steel rod with 20 µm hard-chrome plating guided by a self-lubricating front-cover bearing.
Because this SKU lacks the -S suffix, it cannot accept a position sensor. Upgrading to the MBL25X185CA swaps the older threaded front and back covers for a riveted rolling-packed body while retaining the exact physical envelope. If your application requires end-of-stroke deceleration, note that neither cylinder offers adjustable cushioning—you would need to specify the current-line MBLC variant instead.
Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X185CA Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X185CA |
|---|---|
| Series | MAL aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder (discontinued) |
| Replacement | MBL25X185CA |
| Bore size | Ø25 mm |
| Stroke | 185 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 MBL25X185CA 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 MBL25X185CA 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 MAL25X185CA
| MAL | Aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder, double acting (discontinued). |
|---|---|
| 25 | Bore size in mm (20/25/32/40). |
| ×185 | 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 MAL25X185CA Is Used
Pouch Packaging Diverter
Swings a lightweight routing gate on a packaging line using 245 N of push force, with the CA pivot absorbing the arcing motion of the 185 mm stroke.
Textile Yarn Guide
Tracks a yarn carrier across a 185 mm path; the self-lubricating bearing guide maintains smooth movement without contaminating the fiber.
PCB Panel Ejector
Pushes populated circuit boards out of a test fixture, where the fixed rubber bumper safely absorbs the end-of-stroke impact without damaging components.
Replacing the Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X185CA with MBL25X185CA
To replace the MAL25X185CA, order the MBL25X185CA. Confirm the 25 mm bore, 185 mm stroke, PT tapered port thread, and the CA clevis pivot back cover, which allows the cylinder to swing on a pin to absorb arcing loads. If you need position sensing, this specific no-magnet SKU cannot support it; you must order an MBL25X185SCA and use the current CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG switches rather than the legacy CS1-M or DS1-M sensors.
For sizing flexibility, stepping down to the 20 mm bore yields 157 N of push force at 0.5 MPa, while stepping up to the 32 mm bore provides 402 N. With a 185 mm stroke, the 10 mm rod has limited side-load tolerance; rely on the CA pivot to prevent rod bending, or add an external guide. Neither the MAL nor the standard MBL holds its load when air pressure drops—the bumper only softens the stroke end, so add an external rod lock for suspended loads.
Upgrade checklist
- ✓ Order the MBL25X185CA (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 MBL25X185CA instead of this discontinued model.
Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X185CA FAQ
Yes, the MAL25X185CA is discontinued. The exact drop-in replacement is the MBL25X185CA, which offers the same 25 mm bore, 185 mm stroke, G1/8 port, and CA pivot mounting. The MBL upgrades the body to a riveted rolling-packed design but maintains the same physical footprint.
At 0.5 MPa, the push force is 245 N and the pull force is 206 N. At 0.7 MPa, the push force increases to 343 N. The maximum theoretical force is 50 kgf at 1.0 MPa. This specific SKU has no magnet, so it cannot use CS1-M or DS1-M sensors.
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