This model is discontinued
AirTAC has phased out the MAL series. The drop-in replacement is MBL25X220U — same bore, stroke, output force, port and mounting, so it fits the same application. Simply order the MBL25X220U 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 MAL25X220U
The AirTAC Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X220U 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 MBL25X220U, which matches its bore, stroke, force and mounting.
- BoreØ25 mm
- Stroke220 mm
- Port sizeG1/8
- Acting typeDouble acting
- Rod threadM10×1.25
- StatusDiscontinued → MBL25X220U
About the Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X220U
The AirTAC MAL25X220U is a discontinued compact double-acting aluminum mini round cylinder. Delivering 245 N of push force at 0.5 MPa, it features a 25 mm bore, 220 mm stroke, and a flat-end U back cover. AirTAC replaced this legacy unit with the MBL25X220U, a drop-in upgrade retaining the same bore, stroke, output force, G1/8 port, and mounting interface.
This SKU lacks a magnet, meaning it cannot accept a position sensor. The original MAL body uses threaded front and back covers, whereas the current MBL replacement features a riveted rolling-packed body. Both designs rely on a fixed rubber bumper for end-of-stroke damping; if your application requires an adjustable air cushion, you must step up to the current MBLC line.
Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X220U Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X220U |
|---|---|
| Series | MAL aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder (discontinued) |
| Replacement | MBL25X220U |
| 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 MBL25X220U 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 MBL25X220U 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 MAL25X220U
| 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 MAL25X220U Is Used
PCB Conveyor Gate
Actuates a small pneumatic gate on a printed circuit board conveyor, using the 245 N push force to divert lightweight electronics trays without damaging components.
Carton Flap Folder
Folds secondary cardboard flaps on a compact packaging line, where the 220 mm stroke provides the precise reach needed to clear the product load before taping.
Textile Yarn Guide
Shifts a yarn tensioning guide on a narrow loom beam, relying on the rigid U flat-end rear cover to maintain strict axial alignment during high-speed thread feeding.
Replacing the Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X220U with MBL25X220U
To replace the MAL25X220U, order the MBL25X220U. Verify your 25 mm bore, 220 mm stroke, and PT default port thread. The U flat-end back cover provides a rigid, non-pivoting rear mount, ensuring strict axial alignment. If you need position sensing, note that this specific non-magnet SKU cannot support a sensor; upgrading to an MBL25X220US adds a magnet, but you must also switch from the legacy CS1-M / DS1-M switches to the modern CMSG / DMSG / EMSG family.
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. Because the 220 mm stroke combined with a 10 mm rod creates a high slenderness ratio, side-load tolerance is low; use an external guide rail or a pivot bracket to prevent rod bending. A plain bumper does not hold the load if air pressure drops, so install a pilot-operated check valve for position holding.
Upgrade checklist
- ✓ Order the MBL25X220U (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 MBL25X220U instead of this discontinued model.
Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X220U FAQ
Yes, the AirTAC MAL25X220U is discontinued. The exact drop-in replacement is the MBL25X220U, which matches the 25 mm bore, 220 mm stroke, 245 N push force, G1/8 port, and U flat-end mounting. You can order the MBL25X220U as a direct fit.
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, with a maximum theoretical force of 50 kgf at 1.0 MPa. Because this specific SKU lacks an -S magnet, it cannot accept a position sensor.
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