This model is discontinued
AirTAC has phased out the MAL series. The drop-in replacement is MBL25X270CM — same bore, stroke, output force, port and mounting, so it fits the same application. Simply order the MBL25X270CM 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 MAL25X270CM
The AirTAC Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X270CM is a double-acting aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder with a Ø25mm bore and 270mm stroke, G1/8 air ports and a fixed rubber bumper. This model is discontinued — the drop-in replacement is the MBL25X270CM, which matches its bore, stroke, force and mounting.
- BoreØ25 mm
- Stroke270 mm
- Port sizeG1/8
- Acting typeDouble acting
- Rod threadM10×1.25
- StatusDiscontinued → MBL25X270CM
About the Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X270CM
The AirTAC MAL25X270CM is a discontinued double-acting aluminum mini round cylinder with a 25 mm bore and 270 mm stroke, delivering 245 N of push force at 0.5 MPa. AirTAC replaced this legacy unit with the MBL25X270CM, a drop-in alternative that matches the exact bore, stroke, output force, G1/8 port size, and CM round-end mounting interface.
This SKU lacks a built-in magnet, meaning it cannot accept a position sensor. Additionally, the original MAL body uses threaded front and back covers, whereas the modern MBL replacement features a riveted rolling-packed body for structural rigidity. The MAL relies on a fixed rubber bumper to soften end-of-stroke impacts, while the current line offers an adjustable air cushion via the MBLC variant.
Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X270CM Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X270CM |
|---|---|
| Series | MAL aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder (discontinued) |
| Replacement | MBL25X270CM |
| Bore size | Ø25 mm |
| Stroke | 270 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 MBL25X270CM 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 MBL25X270CM 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 MAL25X270CM
| MAL | Aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder, double acting (discontinued). |
|---|---|
| 25 | Bore size in mm (20/25/32/40). |
| ×270 | 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 MAL25X270CM Is Used
PCB Conveyor Routing
Pushes diverter gates on a PCB conveyor line, utilizing the 245 N push force at 0.5 MPa to redirect lightweight circuit boards into testing stations.
Pick-and-Place Arm Actuation
Drives the horizontal extension arm of a small pick-and-place robot, where the 270 mm stroke provides the necessary reach to transfer microchips between trays.
Carton Labeling Mechanism
Extends a labeling applicator head onto small secondary packaging, relying on the compact 25 mm round body to fit within tight conveyor side-frames.
Replacing the Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X270CM with MBL25X270CM
To replace the MAL25X270CM, order the MBL25X270CM. Confirm the 25 mm bore, 270 mm stroke, G1/8 port, and CM round-end back cover. Because this specific SKU lacks an -S magnet, it cannot support a position sensor; if you need position feedback, step up to an MBL25X270CMS and use the modern CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG switches instead of the older CS1-M or DS1-M. If you need a softer stop than the fixed rubber bumper provides, look at the MBLC series for adjustable air cushions.
For sizing, the neighboring 20 mm bore provides 157 N of push force at 0.5 MPa, while stepping up to the 32 mm bore yields 403 N. Because the 270 mm stroke is relatively long for a 10 mm rod, side-load tolerance is low; use an external guide rail or a pivot mounting accessory to prevent rod bending. Note that a plain cylinder does not hold its load when air pressure is lost—the rod will drift.
Upgrade checklist
- ✓ Order the MBL25X270CM (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 MBL25X270CM instead of this discontinued model.
Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X270CM FAQ
Yes, the MAL25X270CM is discontinued. The exact drop-in replacement is the MBL25X270CM, which shares the same 25 mm bore, 270 mm stroke, G1/8 port, and CM round-end cover. You can install the MBL without modifying your existing mounting setup.
At 0.5 MPa, the push force is 245 N and the pull force is 206 N. At 0.7 MPa, the push force increases to 343 N. The maximum theoretical force is 50 kgf at 1.0 MPa. This unit operates at 0.1-1.0 MPa with a speed range of 30-800 mm/s.
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