This model is discontinued
AirTAC has phased out the MAL series. The drop-in replacement is MBL25X200-S-CM — same bore, stroke, output force, port and mounting, so it fits the same application. Simply order the MBL25X200-S-CM 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 MAL25X200-S-CM
The AirTAC Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X200-S-CM is a double-acting aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder with a Ø25mm bore and 200mm stroke, G1/8 air ports and a fixed rubber bumper. This model is discontinued — the drop-in replacement is the MBL25X200-S-CM, which matches its bore, stroke, force and mounting.
- BoreØ25 mm
- Stroke200 mm
- Port sizeG1/8
- Acting typeDouble acting
- Rod threadM10×1.25
- StatusDiscontinued → MBL25X200-S-CM
About the Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X200-S-CM
The AirTAC MAL25X200-S-CM is a discontinued double-acting aluminum mini round cylinder. As a 25mm bore unit, it delivers 245 N of push force and 206 N of pull force at 0.5 MPa, operating on a G1/8 port with a Ø10mm carbon-steel rod. The direct drop-in replacement is the MBL25X200-S-CM, matching the exact 200mm stroke, 50 kgf maximum force, and round-end CM back cover.
This legacy SKU includes a built-in magnet (-S) for position sensing, originally designed for older CS1-M or DS1-M reed switches. When upgrading to the MBL series, you will need to adopt the current CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG sensor family. Additionally, the older MAL body relies on threaded front and back covers, whereas the modern MBL utilizes a riveted rolling-packed body construction. The piston employs a heterogeneous two-way seal that retains grease, paired with a self-lubricating front-cover bearing guide.
Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X200-S-CM Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X200-S-CM |
|---|---|
| Series | MAL aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder (discontinued) |
| Replacement | MBL25X200-S-CM |
| Bore size | Ø25 mm |
| Stroke | 200 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 MBL25X200-S-CM 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 MBL25X200-S-CM 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 MAL25X200-S-CM
| MAL | Aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder, double acting (discontinued). |
|---|---|
| 25 | Bore size in mm (20/25/32/40). |
| ×200 | 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 MAL25X200-S-CM Is Used
PCB Shuttle Routing
Drives a 200mm shuttle stroke on a PCB handling line, using the 245 N push force at 0.5 MPa to shift light electronics trays between testing stations.
Textile Yarn Guide
Actuates a yarn guide mechanism across a 200mm path, where the round-end CM cover pivots smoothly to accommodate minor angular misalignment during high-speed weaving.
Small Parts Ejection
Pushes injection-molded plastic components out of a tight machine cavity, relying on the compact 25mm aluminum body to fit within restricted tooling clearances.
Replacing the Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X200-S-CM with MBL25X200-S-CM
To replace the MAL25X200-S-CM, order the MBL25X200-S-CM to retain the identical 25mm bore, 200mm stroke, G1/8 port, and CM round-end cover. Because this unit lacks an adjustable air cushion—relying instead on a fixed rubber bumper—heavy end-of-stroke impacts may require stepping up to the current-line MBLC option which features an adjustable cushion. If sizing for a lighter duty cycle, the neighboring 20mm bore provides 157 N of push at 0.5 MPa; for higher force demands, the 32mm bore yields 402 N at 0.5 MPa.
Remember that a plain cylinder does not hold its load when air pressure is lost; the rod will drift, so an external rod lock or pilot-operated check valve is required for fail-safe holding. Furthermore, with a 200mm stroke on a 10mm rod, side-load tolerance is low; if your application involves arcing or lateral forces, utilize the CM round-end cover with a mating knuckle to prevent rod bending, or consider a MALD/MBLD double-rod configuration.
Upgrade checklist
- ✓ Order the MBL25X200-S-CM (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 MBL25X200-S-CM instead of this discontinued model.
Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X200-S-CM FAQ
Yes, the MAL25X200-S-CM is discontinued. The exact drop-in replacement is the MBL25X200-S-CM, which matches the 25mm bore, 200mm stroke, G1/8 port, and CM round-end mounting. You must update your position sensors, as the older CS1-M / DS1-M switches are replaced by CMSG / DMSG / EMSG switches on the MBL.
At 0.5 MPa, the 25mm bore provides 245 N of push force and 206 N of pull force, increasing to 343 N push at 0.7 MPa, with a maximum theoretical force of 50 kgf at 1.0 MPa. The -S code indicates a built-in magnet for CS1-M / DS1-M sensors on the MAL; without this code, the cylinder cannot accept a sensor.
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