This model is discontinued
AirTAC has phased out the MAL series. The drop-in replacement is MBL25X300S-CA — same bore, stroke, output force, port and mounting, so it fits the same application. Simply order the MBL25X300S-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 MAL25X300S-CA
The AirTAC Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X300S-CA 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 MBL25X300S-CA, which matches its bore, stroke, force and mounting.
- BoreØ25 mm
- Stroke300 mm
- Port sizeG1/8
- Acting typeDouble acting
- Rod threadM10×1.25
- StatusDiscontinued → MBL25X300S-CA
About the Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X300S-CA
The AirTAC MAL25X300S-CA is a discontinued double-acting aluminum mini round cylinder. It delivers a 245 N push and 206 N pull at 0.5 MPa, utilizing a 10 mm carbon-steel rod with 20 um hard chrome plating. The direct drop-in replacement is the MBL25X300S-CA, which matches the 300 mm stroke, G1/8 port, and CA pivot mount exactly.
This legacy unit features a threaded front and back cover, whereas the modern MBL utilizes a riveted rolling-packed body. The -S magnet on this SKU pairs with older CS1-M or DS1-M reed switches, but upgrading to the MBL requires switching to the current CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG sensor family. A heterogeneous two-way seal retains grease for long-term friction reduction.
Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X300S-CA Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X300S-CA |
|---|---|
| Series | MAL aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder (discontinued) |
| Replacement | MBL25X300S-CA |
| 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 MBL25X300S-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 MBL25X300S-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 MAL25X300S-CA
| 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 MAL25X300S-CA Is Used
Pouch Spacing Arm
Actuates a swinging guide arm on a vertical form-fill-seal machine, using the 245 N push at 0.5 MPa to index packaging film accurately over a 300 mm travel.
Textile Yarn Guide
Traverses a yarn guide across a 300 mm winding loom, where the CA pivot bracket absorbs the arcing rod motion to prevent rod bending.
Carton Push-off
Pushes small cartons from a low-density accumulator lane, utilizing the 50 kgf max theoretical force to clear jammed items safely.
Replacing the Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X300S-CA with MBL25X300S-CA
To replace the MAL25X300S-CA, order the MBL25X300S-CA. Verify your 25 mm bore, 300 mm stroke, PT thread, and CA pivot back cover. Because the -S magnet is present, plan to replace your existing CS1-M or DS1-M switches with CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG sensors. The MAL relies on a fixed rubber bumper; if end-of-stroke impact is too harsh, step up to the MBLC for an adjustable air cushion.
If you need less force, the 20 mm neighbor provides 157 N push at 0.5 MPa. If you need more, the 32 mm neighbor provides 402 N push. Because the 300 mm stroke is long, the 10 mm rod has low side-load tolerance; use the CA clevis to allow arcing motion or add an external guide rail. A plain cylinder does not hold a load when air drops—install a pilot-operated check valve for fail-safe positioning.
Upgrade checklist
- ✓ Order the MBL25X300S-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 MBL25X300S-CA instead of this discontinued model.
Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X300S-CA FAQ
Yes, the MAL series is end-of-life. The exact drop-in replacement is the MBL25X300S-CA. It matches the 25 mm bore, 300 mm stroke, G1/8 port, CA pivot mount, and 245 N force. You must upgrade your sensors from the old CS1-M / DS1-M to the new CMSG / DMSG / EMSG family.
At 0.5 MPa, the push force is 245 N and the pull force is 206 N. At 0.7 MPa, the push force is 343 N. The maximum theoretical force is 50 kgf at 1.0 MPa.
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