This model is discontinued
AirTAC has phased out the MAL series. The drop-in replacement is MBL25X225-S-U — same bore, stroke, output force, port and mounting, so it fits the same application. Simply order the MBL25X225-S-U 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-U
The AirTAC Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X225-S-U 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-U, 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-U
About the Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X225-S-U
The AirTAC MAL25X225-S-U is a discontinued double-acting aluminum mini round cylinder with a 25mm bore and 225mm stroke. It delivers 245N push and 206N pull at 0.5MPa, making it a solid choice for mid-range actuation. The exact drop-in replacement is the MBL25X225-S-U, matching the bore, stroke, G1/8 port, and U flat-end back cover perfectly.
This legacy unit features a built-in magnet (-S) for position sensing, originally designed for CS1-M or DS1-M switches. When upgrading to the MBL series, you must update to the current CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG sensor family. The older MAL body relies on threaded front and back covers, whereas the modern MBL uses a riveted rolling-packed body for structural rigidity. A heterogeneous two-way seal retains grease, and the 10mm carbon-steel rod features 20um hard-chrome plating to resist wear.
Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X225-S-U Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X225-S-U |
|---|---|
| Series | MAL aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder (discontinued) |
| Replacement | MBL25X225-S-U |
| 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-U 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-U 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-U
| 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-U Is Used
PCB Shuttle Gating
Cycles a 245N push at 0.5MPa to index bare PCBs into a pick-and-place machine using the 225mm stroke to clear the conveyor lane.
Chip Tray Ejector
Kicks populated testing trays out of an ICT handler using the 206N pull force, fitting tight machine cells with its compact 25mm aluminum body.
Carton Flap Folder
Folds minor corrugated flaps prior to tape-sealing, relying on the rigid U flat-end cover to absorb repeated 225mm extension impacts without flexing.
Replacing the Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X225-S-U with MBL25X225-S-U
To replace the MAL25X225-S-U, order the MBL25X225-S-U. Verify your PT port threads, the U flat-end back cover for rigid mounting, and the 225mm stroke. If you need to step down force, the 20mm bore offers 157N push at 0.5MPa. Stepping up to the 32mm bore yields 402N push at 0.5MPa. The -S magnet requires switching your CS1-M or DS1-M switches to the CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG family on the new MBL.
At 225mm stroke, the 10mm rod is highly susceptible to bending under side-loads; use an external guide rail or a pivot mount to prevent premature seal failure. The fixed rubber bumper softens end-of-stroke impact but is not an adjustable cushion. If your application needs precise end-speed control, upgrade to the MBLC variant on the current line. A plain MAL or MBL cannot hold a load when air pressure drops; the rod drifts, so add an external rod lock or pilot-operated check valve for fail-safe positioning.
Upgrade checklist
- ✓ Order the MBL25X225-S-U (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-U instead of this discontinued model.
Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X225-S-U FAQ
Yes, the MAL25X225-S-U is discontinued. The exact drop-in replacement is the MBL25X225-S-U, offering the same 25mm bore, 225mm stroke, 245N push force, G1/8 port, and U flat-end mounting. You only need to update your position sensors from the legacy CS1-M or DS1-M to the current CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG switches.
The MAL25X225-S-U delivers 245N push and 206N pull at 0.5MPa, and 343N push at 0.7MPa. The theoretical maximum force is 50kgf at 1.0MPa. It uses a G1/8 port, a 10mm rod with an M10x1.25 rod-end thread, and operates at 30-800mm/s.
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