This model is discontinued
AirTAC has phased out the MAL series. The drop-in replacement is MBL25X480U — same bore, stroke, output force, port and mounting, so it fits the same application. Simply order the MBL25X480U 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 MAL25X480U
The AirTAC Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X480U is a double-acting aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder with a Ø25mm bore and 480mm stroke, G1/8 air ports and a fixed rubber bumper. This model is discontinued — the drop-in replacement is the MBL25X480U, which matches its bore, stroke, force and mounting.
- BoreØ25 mm
- Stroke480 mm
- Port sizeG1/8
- Acting typeDouble acting
- Rod threadM10×1.25
- StatusDiscontinued → MBL25X480U
About the Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X480U
The AirTAC MAL25X480U is a discontinued double-acting aluminum mini round cylinder with a 25mm bore and 480mm stroke. It delivers 245N push and 206N pull force at 0.5MPa, utilizing a G1/8 port and a U flat-end back cover for rigid rear mounting. Because this specific SKU lacks an S designation, it has no internal magnet and cannot support position sensing.
AirTAC replaced the MAL series with the MBL line, making the MBL25X480U the exact drop-in replacement. It matches the original bore, stroke, force, and port size. The legacy MAL uses threaded front and back covers, whereas the MBL features a riveted rolling-packed body. The MAL relies on a fixed rubber bumper for end-of-stroke impact, while the current MBLC variant adds an adjustable air cushion. A heterogeneous two-way seal retains grease, and the 10mm carbon-steel rod features 20um hard chrome plating.
Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X480U Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X480U |
|---|---|
| Series | MAL aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder (discontinued) |
| Replacement | MBL25X480U |
| Bore size | Ø25 mm |
| Stroke | 480 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 MBL25X480U 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 MBL25X480U 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 MAL25X480U
| MAL | Aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder, double acting (discontinued). |
|---|---|
| 25 | Bore size in mm (20/25/32/40). |
| ×480 | 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 MAL25X480U Is Used
PCB Conveyor Diverter
Pushes lightweight routing gates on a 480mm travel to redirect printed circuit boards between SMT inspection lanes using 245N of push force.
Packaging Flap Folder
Extends 480mm to tuck carton side flaps on a continuous flow wrapper, relying on the rigid U flat-end cover to maintain alignment.
Tote Pusher Array
Stages small plastic totes out of a tight machine cell, using the compact 25mm aluminum body to fit restricted 40mm profile gaps.
Replacing the Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X480U with MBL25X480U
To replace the MAL25X480U, order the MBL25X480U, ensuring you keep the PT thread, G1/8 port, and U flat-end cover. If you need position sensing, note this specific SKU lacks a magnet; you must migrate to an MBL25X480US and update your sensors, as the older CS1-M/DS1-M switches are replaced by CMSG/DMSG/EMSG on the MBL. If you need to manage end-stop shock beyond the fixed rubber bumper, step up to the MBLC for adjustable air cushioning.
For sizing flexibility, stepping down to the 20mm bore yields 157N push at 0.5MPa, while stepping up to the 32mm bore provides 402N. At 480mm, the 10mm rod is highly susceptible to bending under side loads; use a CA or SDB pivot mount or an external guide rail. A plain cylinder does not hold a load when air is lost, so add an external rod lock for vertical applications.
Upgrade checklist
- ✓ Order the MBL25X480U (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 MBL25X480U instead of this discontinued model.
Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X480U FAQ
Yes, the MAL25X480U is discontinued. The exact drop-in replacement is the MBL25X480U, which matches the 25mm bore, 480mm stroke, 245N push force, G1/8 port, and U flat-end mounting. You will need to swap to CMSG/DMSG/EMSG sensors if you previously used a -S magnet model.
The 25mm bore provides 245N push and 206N pull at 0.5MPa, 343N push at 0.7MPa, and a maximum theoretical force of 50kgf at 1.0MPa. It operates at 30-800mm/s, uses a fixed rubber bumper rather than an adjustable cushion, and cannot hold a load without air.
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