This model is discontinued
AirTAC has phased out the MAL series. The drop-in replacement is MBL25X250-S-CA — same bore, stroke, output force, port and mounting, so it fits the same application. Simply order the MBL25X250-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 MAL25X250-S-CA
The AirTAC Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X250-S-CA is a double-acting aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder with a Ø25mm bore and 250mm stroke, G1/8 air ports and a fixed rubber bumper. This model is discontinued — the drop-in replacement is the MBL25X250-S-CA, which matches its bore, stroke, force and mounting.
- BoreØ25 mm
- Stroke250 mm
- Port sizeG1/8
- Acting typeDouble acting
- Rod threadM10×1.25
- StatusDiscontinued → MBL25X250-S-CA
About the Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X250-S-CA
The AirTAC MAL25X250-S-CA is a discontinued compact double-acting aluminum mini round cylinder with a 25mm bore and 250mm stroke. It delivers 245N push and 206N pull at 0.5MPa, using a G1/8 port and an M10x1.25 rod-end thread. AirTAC replaced this legacy unit with the MBL25X250-S-CA, a drop-in upgrade retaining the exact bore, stroke, force, port and CA pivot mounting.
The original MAL features a threaded front and back cover assembly, whereas the current MBL utilizes a riveted rolling-packed body. Your -S magnet configuration originally paired with CS1-M or DS1-M switches, but the MBL replacement requires the newer CMSG, DMSG or EMSG sensor family. Both generations rely on a fixed rubber bumper rather than an adjustable cushion.
Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X250-S-CA Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X250-S-CA |
|---|---|
| Series | MAL aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder (discontinued) |
| Replacement | MBL25X250-S-CA |
| Bore size | Ø25 mm |
| Stroke | 250 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 MBL25X250-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 MBL25X250-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 MAL25X250-S-CA
| MAL | Aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder, double acting (discontinued). |
|---|---|
| 25 | Bore size in mm (20/25/32/40). |
| ×250 | 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 MAL25X250-S-CA Is Used
Textile Loom Guide
Drives a 250mm yarn guide carriage on a weaving loom, utilizing the 245N push force and CA pivot to absorb minor angular misalignment during rapid traversing.
Pouch Transfer Arm
Actuates a packaging pouch transfer arm in a tight machine cell, relying on the compact 25mm body to fit between conveyor rollers.
Drawer Ejector
Pushes filled blister packs out of a vertical storage drawer over a 250mm travel distance, where the fixed rubber bumper safely arrests the rod.
Replacing the Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X250-S-CA with MBL25X250-S-CA
To replace this MAL with the MBL25X250-S-CA, verify your 25mm bore, 250mm stroke, G1/8 port and PT thread form. You must also account for the CA pivot back cover, which swings on a pin to accommodate arcing loads, and update your sensors from CS1-M/DS1-M to CMSG/DMSG/EMSG. If you need to step down, the 20mm bore offers 157N push at 0.5MPa; stepping up to the 32mm bore yields 402N push at 0.5MPa.
Because this 250mm stroke is substantial relative to the 10mm rod diameter, side-load tolerance is low and external guide rails are recommended to prevent rod bending. A plain bumper softens end-of-stroke impact but does not hold the load when air is lost—install a pilot-operated check valve for position holding. If your application needs end-of-stroke deceleration, specify the MBLC variant for its adjustable air cushion.
Upgrade checklist
- ✓ Order the MBL25X250-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 MBL25X250-S-CA instead of this discontinued model.
Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X250-S-CA FAQ
Yes, the MAL25X250-S-CA is discontinued. The exact drop-in replacement is the AirTAC MBL25X250-S-CA, which matches the 25mm bore, 250mm stroke, G1/8 port, CA pivot and output force. You only need to update your position sensors from CS1-M/DS1-M to CMSG/DMSG/EMSG.
At 0.5MPa it provides 245N push and 206N pull force. At 0.7MPa the push force is 343N. The maximum theoretical force is 50kgf at 1.0MPa.
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