This model is discontinued
AirTAC has phased out the MAL series. The drop-in replacement is MBL25X225-S-CA — same bore, stroke, output force, port and mounting, so it fits the same application. Simply order the MBL25X225-S-CA 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 MAL25X225-S-CA
The AirTAC Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X225-S-CA is a double-acting aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder with a Ø25mm bore and 225mm stroke, G1/8 air ports and a fixed rubber bumper. This model is discontinued — the drop-in replacement is the MBL25X225-S-CA, which matches its bore, stroke, force and mounting.
- BoreØ25 mm
- Stroke225 mm
- Port sizeG1/8
- Acting typeDouble acting
- Rod threadM10×1.25
- StatusDiscontinued → MBL25X225-S-CA
About the Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X225-S-CA
The AirTAC MAL25X225-S-CA is a discontinued compact double-acting aluminum mini round cylinder. It delivers 245 N of push force and 206 N of pull force at 0.5 MPa, utilizing a 10 mm carbon-steel rod with a 20 µm hard-chrome plating. AirTAC replaced this legacy unit with the MBL25X225-S-CA, a drop-in upgrade retaining the exact same 25 mm bore, 225 mm stroke, G1/8 port, and CA pivot mounting.
This specific SKU features a built-in magnet (-S) for position sensing and a CA pivot back cover that swings on a pin to accommodate arcing loads. The older MAL body uses threaded front and back covers, whereas the current MBL replacement features a riveted rolling-packed body for equal structural integrity. Buyers must note the sensor family change: the MAL -S magnet pairs with legacy CS1-M / DS1-M switches, while the MBL successor requires CMSG / DMSG / EMSG sensors.
Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X225-S-CA Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X225-S-CA |
|---|---|
| Series | MAL aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder (discontinued) |
| Replacement | MBL25X225-S-CA |
| Bore size | Ø25 mm |
| Stroke | 225 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 MBL25X225-S-CA 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 MBL25X225-S-CA 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 MAL25X225-S-CA
| MAL | Aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder, double acting (discontinued). |
|---|---|
| 25 | Bore size in mm (20/25/32/40). |
| ×225 | 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 MAL25X225-S-CA Is Used
Textile Loom Guide Arms
Drives lightweight guide arms on textile looms, where the 245 N push force at 0.5 MPa is sufficient to tension and shift yarn carriers in tight spinning frames.
Packaging Diverter Flaps
Actuates diverter flaps on compact packaging conveyors, using the CA pivot back cover to swing the mechanism smoothly without binding the 10 mm rod.
PCB Edge-Guiding Pins
Positions edge-guiding pins in PCB assembly machines, relying on the -S magnet and CS1-M switches to verify pin extension before board placement.
Replacing the Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X225-S-CA with MBL25X225-S-CA
To replace the MAL25X225-S-CA, order the MBL25X225-S-CA drop-in equivalent, verifying your 225 mm stroke, PT thread, and CA clevis pivot back cover. If your application requires less force, step down to the 20 mm bore neighbor, which provides 157 N of push at 0.5 MPa. If you need more power, step up to the 32 mm bore, which yields 402 N at 0.5 MPa. Because this 225 mm stroke exceeds 300 mm, the small 10 mm rod has low side-load tolerance; you must use an external guide or the CA pivot to prevent rod bending. The fixed rubber bumper softens end-of-stroke impact but does not lock the rod—air loss causes drift, so add a pilot-operated check valve for position holding. If your machine needs adjustable end-cushioning, upgrade to the MBLC variant on the current line, as the MAL only offers a fixed bumper.
Upgrade checklist
- ✓ Order the MBL25X225-S-CA (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 MBL25X225-S-CA instead of this discontinued model.
Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X225-S-CA FAQ
Yes, the MAL25X225-S-CA is discontinued. The exact drop-in replacement is the MBL25X225-S-CA, which matches the 25 mm bore, 225 mm stroke, G1/8 port, and CA pivot mount. You must update your sensors, as the MBL uses CMSG / DMSG / EMSG switches instead of the legacy CS1-M / DS1-M.
The full force set is: 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 fixed rubber bumper, not an adjustable cushion; for adjustable air cushions, order the MBLC variant.
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