This model is discontinued
AirTAC has phased out the MAL series. The drop-in replacement is MBL25X200-U — same bore, stroke, output force, port and mounting, so it fits the same application. Simply order the MBL25X200-U 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-U
The AirTAC Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X200-U 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-U, which matches its bore, stroke, force and mounting.
- BoreØ25 mm
- Stroke200 mm
- Port sizeG1/8
- Acting typeDouble acting
- Rod threadM10×1.25
- StatusDiscontinued → MBL25X200-U
About the Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X200-U
The AirTAC MAL25X200-U is a discontinued double-acting aluminum mini round cylinder with a 25mm bore and 200mm stroke. It delivers 245N of push force and 206N of pull force at 0.5 MPa, utilizing a G1/8 port and an M10x1.25 rod-end thread. The U designation specifies a flat-end back cover for rigid, non-pivoting mounting. Because this legacy series is end-of-life, the direct drop-in replacement is the MBL25X200-U, which matches the bore, stroke, output force, port size, and mounting interface exactly.
Two engineering details distinguish this actuator. First, the original MAL uses threaded front and back covers on the barrel, whereas the modern MBL replacement features a riveted rolling-packed body for faster assembly. Second, this specific SKU lacks the -S magnet option, meaning it cannot accept a position sensor; if sensing is needed on the new MBL, buyers must select an -S variant and use the current CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG switch family instead of the older CS1-M or DS1-M sensors. The cylinder relies on a fixed rubber bumper for end-of-stroke deceleration and uses a heterogeneous two-way seal that retains grease for long-term lubrication.
Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X200-U Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X200-U |
|---|---|
| Series | MAL aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder (discontinued) |
| Replacement | MBL25X200-U |
| 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-U 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-U 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-U
| 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-U Is Used
PCB Conveyor Diverter
Pushes populated printed circuit boards laterally between conveyor belts using 245N of thrust at 0.5 MPa, fitting into tight 25mm bore machinery envelopes.
Carton Flap Folder
Folds secondary packaging flaps on small cartons, relying on the rigid U flat-end cover to withstand repeated axial impacts over the 200mm travel.
Textile Yarn Guide
Shifts a yarn threading guide across a knitting head, where the self-lubricating front-cover bearing ensures smooth motion without contaminating fibers.
Replacing the Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X200-U with MBL25X200-U
To replace the MAL25X200-U, order the MBL25X200-U drop-in equivalent, ensuring you keep the U flat-end back cover and PT thread. If your application requires a position sensor, you must upgrade to an MBL25X200-S-U and use CMSG/DMSG/EMSG switches, as this non-S legacy SKU cannot accept reed or solid-state sensors. If you need adjustable air cushioning rather than a fixed rubber bumper, step up to the MBLC25X200-U on the current line.
For sizing flexibility, the next size down is the 20mm bore (157N push at 0.5 MPa) if your load is lighter, and the next size up is the 32mm bore (402N push at 0.5 MPa) if you need more thrust. Because this 200mm stroke is relatively long for a 10mm rod, side-load tolerance is low; use an external guide rail to prevent rod bending. Note that a plain cylinder does not hold its load when air pressure is lost—the rod will drift—so install an external rod lock or pilot-operated check valve for fail-safe positioning.
Upgrade checklist
- ✓ Order the MBL25X200-U (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-U instead of this discontinued model.
Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X200-U FAQ
Yes, the MAL series is discontinued. The exact drop-in replacement is the MBL25X200-U, which offers the same 25mm bore, 200mm stroke, 245N push force, G1/8 port, and U flat-end mounting. The MBL upgrades the body to a riveted rolling-packed design instead of threaded covers.
At 0.5 MPa, the push force is 245N and the pull force is 206N. At 0.7 MPa, the push force is 343N, with a maximum theoretical force of 50 kgf at 1.0 MPa. Because this specific SKU lacks the -S magnet, it cannot accept CS1-M or DS1-M position sensors; you must buy an MBL25X200-S-U and use CMSG/DMSG/EMSG switches for detection.
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