This model is discontinued
AirTAC has phased out the MAL series. The drop-in replacement is MBL25X300-CM — same bore, stroke, output force, port and mounting, so it fits the same application. Simply order the MBL25X300-CM 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 MAL25X300-CM
The AirTAC Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X300-CM is a double-acting aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder with a Ø25mm bore and 300mm stroke, G1/8 air ports and a fixed rubber bumper. This model is discontinued — the drop-in replacement is the MBL25X300-CM, which matches its bore, stroke, force and mounting.
- BoreØ25 mm
- Stroke300 mm
- Port sizeG1/8
- Acting typeDouble acting
- Rod threadM10×1.25
- StatusDiscontinued → MBL25X300-CM
About the Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X300-CM
The AirTAC MAL25X300-CM is a discontinued double-acting aluminum mini round cylinder with a 25mm bore and 300mm stroke, delivering 245N of push force at 0.5 MPa. It features a CM round-end back cover and a standard PT threaded G1/8 port. Because this legacy unit lacks a -S magnet, it cannot accept a position sensor. The exact drop-in replacement is the MBL25X300-CM, matching the bore, stroke, output force, port size, and CM mounting exactly.
A key upgrade in the MBL is the riveted rolling-packed body, which replaces the threaded front and back covers found on this MAL. The 10mm carbon-steel rod has 20 um hard-chrome plating, and the piston relies on a heterogeneous two-way seal that retains grease for long-term friction reduction. At 300mm of travel, the fixed rubber bumper absorbs end-of-stroke impact, but for adjustable cushioning, the current-line MBLC variant is required.
Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X300-CM Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X300-CM |
|---|---|
| Series | MAL aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder (discontinued) |
| Replacement | MBL25X300-CM |
| Bore size | Ø25 mm |
| Stroke | 300 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 MBL25X300-CM 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 MBL25X300-CM 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 MAL25X300-CM
| MAL | Aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder, double acting (discontinued). |
|---|---|
| 25 | Bore size in mm (20/25/32/40). |
| ×300 | 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 MAL25X300-CM Is Used
PCB Shuttle Pusher
Cycles a 300mm stroke to shuttle bare PCB panels between pick-and-place machines, utilizing the 245N push force to overcome conveyor guide friction.
Carton Flap Folder
Extends 300mm to fold minor flaps on small packaging cartons, where the round-end CM cover allows slight angular self-alignment during the fold.
Bottle Lane Diverter
Pushes a 300mm actuator arm to divide single-file plastic bottles into multiple lanes on a packaging conveyor without crushing the containers.
Replacing the Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X300-CM with MBL25X300-CM
To replace the MAL25X300-CM, order the MBL25X300-CM. Verify your setup needs the CM round-end back cover and the default PT port thread. If you need to adjust force, stepping down to the 20mm bore yields 157N push at 0.5 MPa, while stepping up to the 32mm bore provides 402N push at 0.5 MPa. Since this SKU has no -S magnet, it cannot support a sensor; if you need position detection, order an MBL with -S and note that the sensor family changes from the older CS1-M / DS1-M to the current CMSG / DMSG / EMSG switches.
With a 300mm 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 wear. Remember that a plain MAL or MBL does not hold its load if air pressure drops—the rod will drift. For secure load holding, install an external rod lock or a pilot-operated check valve rather than relying on the bumper.
Upgrade checklist
- ✓ Order the MBL25X300-CM (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 MBL25X300-CM instead of this discontinued model.
Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X300-CM FAQ
Yes, the AirTAC MAL25X300-CM is discontinued. The exact drop-in replacement is the MBL25X300-CM, which matches the 25mm bore, 300mm stroke, 245N push force at 0.5 MPa, G1/8 port, and CM round-end cover. You simply order the MBL25X300-CM to upgrade.
The 25mm bore provides 245N push and 206N pull at 0.5 MPa, 343N push at 0.7 MPa, and a maximum theoretical force of 50 kgf at 1.0 MPa. Because this specific SKU lacks the -S magnet, it cannot accept a position sensor; the MBL replacement with -S uses CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG switches.
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