This model is discontinued
AirTAC has phased out the MAL series. The drop-in replacement is MBL25X20SCM — same bore, stroke, output force, port and mounting, so it fits the same application. Simply order the MBL25X20SCM 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 MAL25X20SCM
The AirTAC Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X20SCM is a double-acting aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder with a Ø25mm bore and 20mm stroke, G1/8 air ports and a fixed rubber bumper. This model is discontinued — the drop-in replacement is the MBL25X20SCM, which matches its bore, stroke, force and mounting.
- BoreØ25 mm
- Stroke20 mm
- Port sizeG1/8
- Acting typeDouble acting
- Rod threadM10×1.25
- StatusDiscontinued → MBL25X20SCM
About the Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X20SCM
The AirTAC MAL25X20SCM is a discontinued compact double-acting aluminum mini round cylinder. Delivering 245 N of push force and 206 N of pull force at 0.5 MPa, it is replaced directly by the MBL25X20SCM. The MBL shares the exact same 25 mm bore, 20 mm stroke, G1/8 port, and CM round-end mounting, ensuring a flawless drop-in fit.
This legacy unit features a carbon-steel rod with 20 µm hard chrome plating and a heterogeneous two-way seal that retains grease. Unlike the threaded front and back covers on this MAL body, the modern MBL replacement uses a riveted rolling-packed body for equal structural integrity. Because this SKU includes the -S magnet, it originally paired with CS1-M or DS1-M switches; upgrading to the MBL25X20SCM requires switching to the current CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG sensor family.
Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X20SCM Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X20SCM |
|---|---|
| Series | MAL aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder (discontinued) |
| Replacement | MBL25X20SCM |
| Bore size | Ø25 mm |
| Stroke | 20 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 MBL25X20SCM 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 MBL25X20SCM 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 MAL25X20SCM
| MAL | Aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder, double acting (discontinued). |
|---|---|
| 25 | Bore size in mm (20/25/32/40). |
| ×20 | 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 MAL25X20SCM Is Used
PCB Depaneling Saw Stop
Uses the 245 N push force at 0.5 MPa to act as a rapid mechanical stop for routing small circuit boards, while the 20 mm stroke keeps the footprint tight within electronics assembly machinery.
Vial Sorting Diverter
The CM round-end back cover pivots smoothly to absorb minor angular misalignment as the cylinder diverts small glass vials on a high-speed packaging conveyor.
Chip Test Socket Actuator
Leveraging the built-in -S magnet and CS1-M sensor compatibility, this cylinder confirms rod extension for semiconductor test sockets, with the 10 mm rod handling precise 20 mm travel.
Replacing the Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X20SCM with MBL25X20SCM
To replace the MAL25X20SCM, order the MBL25X20SCM. Verify your 25 mm bore, 20 mm stroke, G1/8 PT port, and CM round-end back cover. Because this SKU includes the -S magnet, plan to swap your existing CS1-M or DS1-M switches for CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG sensors on the new MBL. If you need an adjustable air cushion rather than the fixed rubber bumper found on this MAL, specify the MBLC variant on the current line.
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. Note that a plain MBL cylinder does not hold its load when air pressure drops; the rod drifts, and the rubber bumper only softens end-of-stroke impact. For vertical loads, install an external rod lock or a pilot-operated check valve.
Upgrade checklist
- ✓ Order the MBL25X20SCM (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 MBL25X20SCM instead of this discontinued model.
Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X20SCM FAQ
Yes, the MAL25X20SCM is discontinued. The exact drop-in replacement is the MBL25X20SCM, which matches the 25 mm bore, 20 mm stroke, 245 N push force, G1/8 port, and CM round-end cover. You must upgrade your CS1-M or DS1-M sensors to the CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG family for the new MBL.
The 25 mm bore provides 245 N push and 206 N pull at 0.5 MPa, 343 N push at 0.7 MPa, and a maximum theoretical force of 50 kgf at 1.0 MPa. It uses a G1/8 port, a 10 mm rod with an M10x1.25 rod-end thread, and operates at 0.1-1.0 MPa with a speed range of 30-800 mm/s.
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