This model is discontinued
AirTAC has phased out the MAL series. The drop-in replacement is MBL25X220SU — same bore, stroke, output force, port and mounting, so it fits the same application. Simply order the MBL25X220SU 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 MAL25X220SU
The AirTAC Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X220SU 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 MBL25X220SU, which matches its bore, stroke, force and mounting.
- BoreØ25 mm
- Stroke220 mm
- Port sizeG1/8
- Acting typeDouble acting
- Rod threadM10×1.25
- StatusDiscontinued → MBL25X220SU
About the Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X220SU
The AirTAC MAL25X220SU is a discontinued compact double-acting aluminum mini round cylinder with a 25mm bore and 220mm stroke. It delivers 245N of push force and 206N of pull force at 0.5 MPa. AirTAC replaced this legacy unit with the MBL25X220SU, a drop-in alternative retaining the exact same bore, stroke, output force, G1/8 port, and U flat-end mounting profile.
This SKU includes a built-in magnet (-S) for position sensing and a U-type flat-end back cover for rigid mounting. The original MAL body uses threaded front and back covers, whereas the modern MBL features a riveted rolling-packed body. Furthermore, the MAL -S magnet pairs with legacy CS1-M or DS1-M switches, while the MBL replacement requires current CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG sensors. The piston relies on a heterogeneous two-way seal that retains grease, and the rod is carbon steel with a 20um hard chrome plating.
Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X220SU Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X220SU |
|---|---|
| Series | MAL aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder (discontinued) |
| Replacement | MBL25X220SU |
| 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 MBL25X220SU 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 MBL25X220SU 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 MAL25X220SU
| 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 MAL25X220SU Is Used
PCB Depaneling Router
Routes populated circuit boards using 245N of push force at 0.5 MPa, relying on the 220mm stroke to clear the full working area of the fixture.
Carton Flap Folder
Folds small corrugated carton flaps prior to sealing, where the U flat-end back cover provides rigid rear alignment and the 206N pull force retracts the arm.
Diagnostic Cartridge Loader
Pushes microfluidic cartridges into a reader slot, using the -S magnet with a CS1-M sensor to verify the 220mm extension distance.
Replacing the Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X220SU with MBL25X220SU
To replace the MAL25X220SU, order the MBL25X220SU. Confirm your 25mm bore, 220mm stroke, G1/8 port, and PT thread form. You must also account for the U flat-end back cover and the -S magnet. Because the -S magnet is present, plan to upgrade your legacy CS1-M or DS1-M switches to the CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG family used by the MBL. If your application requires an adjustable air cushion rather than the standard fixed rubber bumper, step up to the MBLC series on the current line.
For sizing flexibility, stepping down to a 20mm bore yields 157N of push force at 0.5 MPa, while stepping up to a 32mm bore provides 402N. Because the 220mm stroke exceeds 300mm, the 10mm rod has low side-load tolerance; use an external guide rail or a pivot bracket to prevent rod bending. Note that this cylinder does not hold its position when air is lost—the bumper only softens end-of-stroke impact, so add an external rod lock for suspended loads.
Upgrade checklist
- ✓ Order the MBL25X220SU (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 MBL25X220SU instead of this discontinued model.
Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X220SU FAQ
Yes, the MAL25X220SU is discontinued. The exact drop-in replacement is the MBL25X220SU, which matches the 25mm bore, 220mm stroke, 50kgf max force, G1/8 port, and U flat-end mounting. You will need to upgrade your position sensors, as the MBL uses CMSG or DMSG switches instead of the older CS1-M or DS1-M models.
At 0.5 MPa operating pressure, the push force is 245N and the pull force is 206N. At 0.7 MPa, the push force increases to 343N. The maximum theoretical force is 50kgf at 1.0 MPa. The cylinder operates at speeds of 30-800mm/s.
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