This model is discontinued
AirTAC has phased out the MAL series. The drop-in replacement is MBL25X425CA — same bore, stroke, output force, port and mounting, so it fits the same application. Simply order the MBL25X425CA 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 MAL25X425CA
The AirTAC Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X425CA is a double-acting aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder with a Ø25mm bore and 425mm stroke, G1/8 air ports and a fixed rubber bumper. This model is discontinued — the drop-in replacement is the MBL25X425CA, which matches its bore, stroke, force and mounting.
- BoreØ25 mm
- Stroke425 mm
- Port sizeG1/8
- Acting typeDouble acting
- Rod threadM10×1.25
- StatusDiscontinued → MBL25X425CA
About the Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X425CA
The AirTAC MAL25X425CA is a discontinued double-acting aluminum mini round cylinder with a 25mm bore and 425mm stroke. It delivers 245N of push force and 206N of pull force at 0.5 MPa. AirTAC replaced this legacy unit with the MBL25X425CA, a drop-in alternative retaining the exact same bore, stroke, output force, G1/8 port, and CA mounting footprint.
This specific SKU features a CA pivot back cover, designed to swing on a pin to accommodate arcing loads during the extended travel. Because this 425mm stroke lacks a built-in magnet (-S), it cannot accept a position sensor. Upgrading to the MBL25X425CA transitions you from the older threaded front and back covers to a riveted rolling-packed body, while the legacy MAL bumper remains a fixed rubber design rather than an adjustable cushion.
Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X425CA Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X425CA |
|---|---|
| Series | MAL aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder (discontinued) |
| Replacement | MBL25X425CA |
| Bore size | Ø25 mm |
| Stroke | 425 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 MBL25X425CA 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 MBL25X425CA 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 MAL25X425CA
| MAL | Aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder, double acting (discontinued). |
|---|---|
| 25 | Bore size in mm (20/25/32/40). |
| ×425 | 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 MAL25X425CA Is Used
Textile Loom Guide
Drives a 425mm yarn guide arm across a weaving loom, utilizing the CA clevis to absorb the arcing lateral motion while providing 245N of push force at 0.5 MPa.
Package Diverter Arm
Actuates a 425mm routing flap on a packaging conveyor, where the pivot mount absorbs side-loading and the compact 25mm barrel fits within tight side-frame clearances.
Pallet Tag Applicator
Extends 425mm to press thermal labels onto passing pallets, relying on the fixed rubber bumper to soften the end of stroke without requiring an adjustable cushion.
Replacing the Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X425CA with MBL25X425CA
To replace the MAL25X425CA, order the MBL25X425CA. Verify your CA pivot pin bore and confirm the default PT tapered port thread matches your fittings. If your machine requires end-of-stroke sensing, you must step up to an MBL25X425SCA, as this current unit lacks the magnet for CS1-M or DS1-M switches. The MBL replacement also transitions sensor compatibility to CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG switches.
For sizing flexibility, stepping down to the 20mm bore yields 157N of push force at 0.5 MPa, while stepping up to the 32mm bore provides 402N. At 425mm of travel, the 10mm rod is highly susceptible to bending under side loads; utilize the CA clevis to self-align the load or add an external guide rail. A plain bumper does not hold the load if air pressure drops, so deploy an external pilot-operated check valve for position holding. If kinetic energy exceeds bumper limits, look to the MBLC for an adjustable air cushion.
Upgrade checklist
- ✓ Order the MBL25X425CA (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 MBL25X425CA instead of this discontinued model.
Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X425CA FAQ
Yes, the MAL25X425CA is discontinued. The exact drop-in replacement is the MBL25X425CA, which matches the 25mm bore, 425mm stroke, CA pivot mount, and G1/8 port. The MBL upgrades the body to a riveted rolling-packed design rather than threaded covers.
At 0.5 MPa it provides 245N push and 206N pull force; at 0.7 MPa it yields 343N push, with a maximum theoretical force of 50 kgf at 1.0 MPa. Because this specific SKU lacks an -S magnet, it cannot accept CS1-M or DS1-M position sensors.
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