This model is discontinued
AirTAC has phased out the MAL series. The drop-in replacement is MBL25X230U — same bore, stroke, output force, port and mounting, so it fits the same application. Simply order the MBL25X230U 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 MAL25X230U
The AirTAC Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X230U is a double-acting aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder with a Ø25mm bore and 230mm stroke, G1/8 air ports and a fixed rubber bumper. This model is discontinued — the drop-in replacement is the MBL25X230U, which matches its bore, stroke, force and mounting.
- BoreØ25 mm
- Stroke230 mm
- Port sizeG1/8
- Acting typeDouble acting
- Rod threadM10×1.25
- StatusDiscontinued → MBL25X230U
About the Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X230U
The AirTAC MAL25X230U is a discontinued double-acting aluminum mini round cylinder with a 25mm bore and 230mm stroke. It delivers 245N of push force and 206N of pull force at 0.5 MPa. The exact drop-in replacement is the MBL25X230U, which matches the bore, stroke, output force, G1/8 port, and U flat-end mounting. The legacy MAL uses threaded front and back covers, whereas the current MBL features a riveted rolling-packed body for equally robust performance.
This specific SKU lacks a built-in magnet, meaning it cannot support position sensing. Additionally, its 230mm stroke combined with a 10mm rod means side-load tolerance is low; an external guide rail is recommended to prevent rod bending. The cylinder relies on a fixed rubber bumper at the end of stroke rather than an adjustable cushion, and a heterogeneous two-way seal retains grease for a long service life.
Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X230U Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X230U |
|---|---|
| Series | MAL aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder (discontinued) |
| Replacement | MBL25X230U |
| Bore size | Ø25 mm |
| Stroke | 230 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 MBL25X230U 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 MBL25X230U 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 MAL25X230U
| MAL | Aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder, double acting (discontinued). |
|---|---|
| 25 | Bore size in mm (20/25/32/40). |
| ×230 | 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 MAL25X230U Is Used
PCB Panel Reject Gate
Uses the 245N push force at 0.5 MPa to swiftly deflect printed circuit boards off a conveyor belt into an inspection bin within the 230mm stroke.
Carton Label Applicator
Extends 230mm to press an applicator pad firmly against moving small cartons, relying on the rigid U flat-end back cover to maintain alignment.
Small Parts Sorting Diverter
Cycles at 30-800 mm/s to push lightweight plastic components from a vibratory bowl feeder into secondary machining stations.
Replacing the Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X230U with MBL25X230U
To replace the MAL25X230U, order the MBL25X230U. Confirm the 25mm bore, 230mm stroke, PT thread, and the U flat-end back cover. Because this SKU has no S code, it cannot accept a sensor; if you need position detection, step up to an MBL25X230US and use the current CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG switches instead of the obsolete CS1-M or DS1-M. The fixed rubber bumper cannot be adjusted; if your load requires end-of-stroke deceleration, switch to the MBLC series for its adjustable air cushion.
For sizing flexibility, stepping down to the 20mm bore yields 157N of push force at 0.5 MPa, while stepping up to the 32mm bore provides 402N. Because the 230mm stroke exceeds 300mm, you must support the load with an external guide to prevent rod bending. A plain MAL or MBL does not hold its position when air is lost—the rod drifts—so install an external rod lock or pilot-operated check valve for suspended loads.
Upgrade checklist
- ✓ Order the MBL25X230U (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 MBL25X230U instead of this discontinued model.
Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X230U FAQ
Yes, the MAL series is end-of-life. The exact drop-in replacement is the MBL25X230U. It provides the same 25mm bore, 230mm stroke, force, G1/8 port, and U flat-end mounting. The main physical change is that the MBL uses a riveted rolling-packed body instead of the older threaded covers.
At 0.5 MPa it provides 245N push and 206N pull; at 0.7 MPa it pushes 343N, with a maximum theoretical force of 50 kgf at 1.0 MPa. This specific SKU lacks a magnet, so it cannot take a position sensor. If you need sensing, order the MBL25X230US and use CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG switches.
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