This model is discontinued
AirTAC has phased out the MAL series. The drop-in replacement is MBL25X40CM — same bore, stroke, output force, port and mounting, so it fits the same application. Simply order the MBL25X40CM 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 MAL25X40CM
The AirTAC Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X40CM is a double-acting aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder with a Ø25mm bore and 40mm stroke, G1/8 air ports and a fixed rubber bumper. This model is discontinued — the drop-in replacement is the MBL25X40CM, which matches its bore, stroke, force and mounting.
- BoreØ25 mm
- Stroke40 mm
- Port sizeG1/8
- Acting typeDouble acting
- Rod threadM10×1.25
- StatusDiscontinued → MBL25X40CM
About the Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X40CM
The AirTAC MAL25X40CM is a discontinued compact double-acting aluminum mini round cylinder. It delivers 245 N of push force and 206 N of pull force at 0.5 MPa, operating on a 25 mm bore with a 40 mm stroke. The exact drop-in replacement is the MBL25X40CM, which matches the original bore, stroke, output force, G1/8 port size, and CM round-end mounting. This SKU lacks a built-in magnet, meaning it cannot support any position sensing.
A key upgrade in the MBL replacement is the transition from the MAL's threaded front and back covers to a riveted rolling-packed body design. Both generations use a fixed rubber bumper for end-of-stroke deceleration, but if your application requires adjustable air cushioning, you must step up to the current MBLC variant. The original MAL utilizes a heterogeneous two-way seal that retains grease, paired with a self-lubricating front-cover bearing guide to minimize friction. Additionally, the carbon-steel piston rod features 20 um hard-chrome plating to resist wear and corrosion in demanding environments.
Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X40CM Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X40CM |
|---|---|
| Series | MAL aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder (discontinued) |
| Replacement | MBL25X40CM |
| Bore size | Ø25 mm |
| Stroke | 40 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 MBL25X40CM 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 MBL25X40CM 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 MAL25X40CM
| MAL | Aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder, double acting (discontinued). |
|---|---|
| 25 | Bore size in mm (20/25/32/40). |
| ×40 | 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 MAL25X40CM Is Used
PCB Depaneling Router
Provides 245 N of push force at 0.5 MPa to cleanly separate printed circuit boards along scored lines without stressing surrounding surface-mount components.
Connector Insertion Press
Drives 206 N of pull force at 0.5 MPa to seat ribbon cable headers into plastic housings within tight electronics assembly fixtures.
Package Divert Arm
Uses the 40 mm stroke to actuate a small paddle that redirects lightweight cardboard cartons between adjacent conveyor belts.
Replacing the Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X40CM with MBL25X40CM
To replace the MAL25X40CM, order the MBL25X40CM. Verify your 25 mm bore, 40 mm stroke, G1/8 port, and CM round-end back cover. Because this specific configuration has no -S magnet, it cannot accommodate a position sensor; if you need end-of-stroke detection, select an MBL25X40CMS equivalent instead, noting the newer MBL uses CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG switches rather than the legacy CS1-M or DS1-M sensors.
If you need to adjust your force output, the next size down is the 20 mm bore, which provides 157 N of push force at 0.5 MPa. The next size up is the 32 mm bore, yielding 402 N of push force at 0.5 MPa. Remember that a plain MBL does not hold its load when air pressure is lost; the rod will drift. For position holding, utilize an external rod lock or a pilot-operated check valve. If your application requires end-of-stroke cushioning beyond the fixed rubber bumper, look at the MBLC series for adjustable air cushions.
Upgrade checklist
- ✓ Order the MBL25X40CM (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 MBL25X40CM instead of this discontinued model.
Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X40CM FAQ
Yes, the MAL series is end-of-life. The exact drop-in replacement is the MBL25X40CM, offering the same 25 mm bore, 40 mm stroke, CM round-end cover, G1/8 port, and 50 kgf maximum force. The MBL upgrades the body to a riveted rolling-packed design instead of threaded covers.
The 25 mm bore uses a G1/8 port and a 10 mm rod with an M10x1.25 rod-end thread. At 0.5 MPa it delivers 245 N push and 206 N pull. At 0.7 MPa the push force is 343 N. The theoretical maximum force is 50 kgf at 1.0 MPa. This SKU has no magnet, so position sensing is not possible.
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