This model is discontinued
AirTAC has phased out the MAL series. The drop-in replacement is MBL25X220SCM — same bore, stroke, output force, port and mounting, so it fits the same application. Simply order the MBL25X220SCM 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 MAL25X220SCM
The AirTAC Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X220SCM is a double-acting aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder with a Ø25mm bore and 220mm stroke, G1/8 air ports and a fixed rubber bumper. This model is discontinued — the drop-in replacement is the MBL25X220SCM, which matches its bore, stroke, force and mounting.
- BoreØ25 mm
- Stroke220 mm
- Port sizeG1/8
- Acting typeDouble acting
- Rod threadM10×1.25
- StatusDiscontinued → MBL25X220SCM
About the Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X220SCM
The AirTAC MAL25X220SCM is a discontinued double-acting aluminum mini round cylinder engineered for compact spaces. Delivering a push force of 245 N and a pull force of 206 N at 0.5 MPa, it features a 25 mm bore, a 220 mm stroke, and a built-in magnet. AirTAC replaced this legacy unit with the MBL25X220SCM, a drop-in alternative retaining the exact same bore, stroke, output force, G1/8 port, and CM mounting interface.
This SKU includes a round-end CM back cover and relies on a fixed rubber bumper to absorb end-of-stroke impacts. The original MAL body utilizes threaded front and back covers, whereas the modern MBL replacement features a riveted rolling-packed body. Furthermore, the -S magnet on this cylinder pairs with older CS1-M or DS1-M reed switches; transitioning to the MBL requires upgrading to current CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG sensors.
Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X220SCM Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X220SCM |
|---|---|
| Series | MAL aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder (discontinued) |
| Replacement | MBL25X220SCM |
| Bore size | Ø25 mm |
| Stroke | 220 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 MBL25X220SCM 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 MBL25X220SCM 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 MAL25X220SCM
| MAL | Aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder, double acting (discontinued). |
|---|---|
| 25 | Bore size in mm (20/25/32/40). |
| ×220 | 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 MAL25X220SCM Is Used
PCB Depaneling Router
Provides 245 N of push force at 0.5 MPa to drive the cutting head of a depaneling router, cleanly separating assembled circuit boards along scored lines.
Connector Insertion Arm
Cycles the 220 mm stroke to push ribbon cable connectors into display sockets on automated assembly lines, using the CM pivot to accommodate slight misalignments.
Carton Flap Folder
Deploys at high speed to fold small corrugated carton flaps prior to sealing, relying on the fixed rubber bumper to prevent harsh mechanical stops.
Replacing the Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X220SCM with MBL25X220SCM
To replace the MAL25X220SCM, order the MBL25X220SCM and verify your 25 mm bore, 220 mm stroke, G1/8 port, and PT thread form. You must also account for the sensor family change: the legacy -S magnet functions with CS1-M and DS1-M switches, but the MBL successor requires CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG units. The CM round-end back cover provides a specific pivot interface that must be retained. If your application requires adjustable air cushioning rather than the fixed rubber bumper, step up to the MBLC series.
For sizing flexibility, stepping down to a 20 mm bore reduces the push force to 157 N at 0.5 MPa, while stepping up to a 32 mm bore increases it to 402 N. Because the 220 mm stroke exceeds 300 mm, the 10 mm carbon-steel rod with 20 um hard chrome plating is vulnerable to bending under lateral stress. Implement an external guide rail or use a pivot bracket to protect the self-lubricating front-cover bearing guide. Note that a plain double-acting cylinder drifts when air pressure is lost; utilize a pilot-operated check valve for position holding.
Upgrade checklist
- ✓ Order the MBL25X220SCM (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 MBL25X220SCM instead of this discontinued model.
Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X220SCM FAQ
Yes, the MAL25X220SCM is discontinued. The exact drop-in replacement is the MBL25X220SCM, offering identical bore, stroke, force, port, and mounting. The main upgrade is the MBL's riveted rolling-packed body replacing the threaded covers, and the -S magnet now requires CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG switches instead of the older CS1-M or DS1-M.
At 0.5 MPa, the push force is 245 N and the pull force is 206 N. At 0.7 MPa, the push force is 343 N. The maximum theoretical force is 50 kgf at 1.0 MPa. It operates between 0.1-1.0 MPa, runs at 30-800 mm/s, and uses a G1/8 port with a 10 mm rod.
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