This model is discontinued
AirTAC has phased out the MAL series. The drop-in replacement is MBL25X35CA — same bore, stroke, output force, port and mounting, so it fits the same application. Simply order the MBL25X35CA 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 MAL25X35CA
The AirTAC Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X35CA is a double-acting aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder with a Ø25mm bore and 35mm stroke, G1/8 air ports and a fixed rubber bumper. This model is discontinued — the drop-in replacement is the MBL25X35CA, which matches its bore, stroke, force and mounting.
- BoreØ25 mm
- Stroke35 mm
- Port sizeG1/8
- Acting typeDouble acting
- Rod threadM10×1.25
- StatusDiscontinued → MBL25X35CA
About the Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X35CA
The AirTAC MAL25X35CA is a discontinued double-acting aluminum mini round cylinder with a 25mm bore and 35mm stroke. It delivers 245N push and 206N pull at 0.5MPa. The exact drop-in replacement is the MBL25X35CA, matching the force, G1/8 port, and CA pivot mounting. This legacy cylinder has threaded front and back covers, whereas the current MBL uses a riveted rolling-packed body for equally robust performance.
This specific SKU lacks a magnet (-S), meaning it cannot accept a position sensor. It relies on a fixed rubber bumper at stroke ends rather than an adjustable cushion; if you need adjustable air cushioning, the current MBLC line is required. The piston uses a heterogeneous two-way seal that retains grease, and the carbon-steel rod features 20um hard-chrome plating to resist wear in compact assemblies.
Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X35CA Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X35CA |
|---|---|
| Series | MAL aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder (discontinued) |
| Replacement | MBL25X35CA |
| Bore size | Ø25 mm |
| Stroke | 35 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 MBL25X35CA 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 MBL25X35CA 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 MAL25X35CA
| MAL | Aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder, double acting (discontinued). |
|---|---|
| 25 | Bore size in mm (20/25/32/40). |
| ×35 | 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 MAL25X35CA Is Used
Textile Loom Yarn Guide
Drives a yarn guide arm through a 35mm arc. The CA pivot clevis accommodates the lateral swing, while the 245N force at 0.5MPa firmly shifts the thread path.
Bottle Sorter Diverter
Pushes lightweight plastic bottles onto a parallel packaging lane. The compact 25mm bore fits tight machine gaps, and the fixed rubber bumper absorbs the impact without bouncing.
PCB Shuttle Pusher
Advances a populated printed circuit board shuttle 35mm into an inspection station. The two-way grease-retaining seal ensures consistent friction for delicate electronics handling.
Replacing the Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X35CA with MBL25X35CA
To replace the MAL25X35CA, order the MBL25X35CA. Confirm your 35mm stroke, G1/8 port, and PT thread form. The CA back cover provides a pivot clevis that swings on a pin, ideal for arcing loads. If your load drifts when air is removed, note that the rubber bumper is not a lock—you need an external rod lock. If sizing up or down, the 20mm bore offers 157N push at 0.5MPa, while the 32mm bore provides 402N push. If adjustable cushioning is required, step up to the MBLC series, as the MAL only offers a fixed bumper.
Upgrade checklist
- ✓ Order the MBL25X35CA (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 MBL25X35CA instead of this discontinued model.
Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X35CA FAQ
Yes, the MAL25X35CA is discontinued. The exact drop-in replacement is the MBL25X35CA, offering the same 25mm bore, 35mm stroke, G1/8 port, and CA pivot mounting. The MBL upgrades the body to a riveted rolling-packed design but maintains identical performance.
At 0.5MPa it provides 245N push and 206N pull; at 0.7MPa it provides 343N push, with a maximum theoretical force of 50kgf at 1.0MPa. It cannot hold position if air is lost, as the fixed rubber bumper only softens end-of-stroke impact and does not function as a lock.
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