This model is discontinued
AirTAC has phased out the MAL series. The drop-in replacement is MBL25X275SCA — same bore, stroke, output force, port and mounting, so it fits the same application. Simply order the MBL25X275SCA 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 MAL25X275SCA
The AirTAC Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X275SCA is a double-acting aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder with a Ø25mm bore and 275mm stroke, G1/8 air ports and a fixed rubber bumper. This model is discontinued — the drop-in replacement is the MBL25X275SCA, which matches its bore, stroke, force and mounting.
- BoreØ25 mm
- Stroke275 mm
- Port sizeG1/8
- Acting typeDouble acting
- Rod threadM10×1.25
- StatusDiscontinued → MBL25X275SCA
About the Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X275SCA
The AirTAC MAL25X275SCA is a discontinued double-acting aluminum mini round cylinder with a 25mm bore and 275mm stroke. It delivers 245N of push force and 206N of pull force at 0.5MPa, utilizing a G1/8 port and a Ø10mm carbon-steel rod with 20µm hard chrome plating. The exact drop-in replacement is the MBL25X275SCA, which matches the original bore, stroke, output force, port size, and CA pivot mounting for a seamless upgrade.
This specific SKU includes a built-in magnet (-S) and a CA pivot back cover. The magnet on the legacy MAL works with older CS1-M or DS1-M reed switches, whereas the MBL replacement transitions to the current CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG sensor families. Additionally, the original MAL features threaded front and back covers, while the newer MBL body uses a riveted rolling-packed construction. The cylinder relies on a fixed rubber bumper for end-of-stroke deceleration and a heterogeneous two-way seal that retains grease for long-term lubrication.
Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X275SCA Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X275SCA |
|---|---|
| Series | MAL aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder (discontinued) |
| Replacement | MBL25X275SCA |
| Bore size | Ø25 mm |
| Stroke | 275 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 MBL25X275SCA 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 MBL25X275SCA 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 MAL25X275SCA
| MAL | Aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder, double acting (discontinued). |
|---|---|
| 25 | Bore size in mm (20/25/32/40). |
| ×275 | 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 MAL25X275SCA Is Used
Pivot-Base Transfer Arm
Ideal for a 245N push force to swing a lightweight conveyor diverter arm through an arcing path, utilizing the CA clevis to accommodate the lateral movement.
PCB Shuttle Ejection
Provides 206N of pull force at 0.5MPa to extract populated PCB shuttles from a testing bay, with the -S magnet triggering a DS1-M sensor to confirm retraction.
Carton Sorting Gate
Uses the 343N thrust at 0.7MPa to push small packaging cartons into sorting lanes, relying on the fixed rubber bumper to absorb the 275mm stroke impact.
Replacing the Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X275SCA with MBL25X275SCA
To replace the MAL25X275SCA, order the MBL25X275SCA, ensuring you keep the PT thread, G1/8 port, and CA pivot back cover. Because this SKU has the -S magnet, you must update your sensing setup: the MBL uses CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG switches instead of the older CS1-M or DS1-M sensors. If you need an adjustable air cushion rather than the fixed rubber bumper, step up to the MBLC variant on the current line.
For sizing flexibility, stepping down to a 20mm bore yields 157N of push force at 0.5MPa, while stepping up to a 32mm bore provides 402N. At 275mm of stroke, the 10mm rod is highly susceptible to bending under side loads; the CA pivot clevis allows the body to swing on a pin to absorb arcing motion, but an external guide rail is recommended for rigid loads. Note that a plain MBL does not hold its position when air pressure drops—the rod will drift, as the bumper only softens the stroke end, acting neither as a lock nor a pilot-operated check valve.
Upgrade checklist
- ✓ Order the MBL25X275SCA (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 MBL25X275SCA instead of this discontinued model.
Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X275SCA FAQ
Yes, the MAL25X275SCA is discontinued. The exact drop-in replacement is the MBL25X275SCA, offering the same 25mm bore, 275mm stroke, G1/8 port, CA pivot mounting, and force output. You only need to update your sensors, as the MBL uses CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG switches instead of the older CS1-M or DS1-M models.
At 0.5MPa, it provides 245N push and 206N pull force. At 0.7MPa, push force is 343N, with a theoretical maximum of 50kgf at 1.0MPa. It uses a fixed rubber bumper for cushioning; if you need an adjustable air cushion, you must switch to the current MBLC line.
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