This model is discontinued
AirTAC has phased out the MAL series. The drop-in replacement is MBL25X50-S-U — same bore, stroke, output force, port and mounting, so it fits the same application. Simply order the MBL25X50-S-U 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 MAL25X50-S-U
The AirTAC Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X50-S-U is a double-acting aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder with a Ø25mm bore and 50mm stroke, G1/8 air ports and a fixed rubber bumper. This model is discontinued — the drop-in replacement is the MBL25X50-S-U, which matches its bore, stroke, force and mounting.
- BoreØ25 mm
- Stroke50 mm
- Port sizeG1/8
- Acting typeDouble acting
- Rod threadM10×1.25
- StatusDiscontinued → MBL25X50-S-U
About the Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X50-S-U
The AirTAC MAL25X50-S-U is a discontinued compact double-acting aluminum mini round cylinder. Delivering 245 N of push force and 206 N of pull force at 0.5 MPa, it features a 25 mm bore, 50 mm stroke, and a G1/8 port. The exact drop-in replacement is the MBL25X50-S-U, which matches the original bore, stroke, output force, and mounting dimensions exactly.
This legacy SKU includes a -S magnet and a U flat-end back cover. The original MAL body used threaded front and rear covers, whereas the modern MBL replacement features a riveted rolling-packed body for enhanced structural integrity. Because this unit has a magnet, it originally used CS1-M or DS1-M switches; upgrading to the MBL25X50-S-U requires switching to the current CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG sensor family.
Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X50-S-U Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X50-S-U |
|---|---|
| Series | MAL aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder (discontinued) |
| Replacement | MBL25X50-S-U |
| Bore size | Ø25 mm |
| Stroke | 50 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 MBL25X50-S-U 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 MBL25X50-S-U 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 MAL25X50-S-U
| MAL | Aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder, double acting (discontinued). |
|---|---|
| 25 | Bore size in mm (20/25/32/40). |
| ×50 | 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 MAL25X50-S-U Is Used
PCB Depaneling Router
Provides 245 N of push force at 0.5 MPa to actuate the cutting gate on a compact depaneling router for electronics manufacturing.
IC Tube Sorter
Uses the -S magnet and CS1-M sensor to confirm rod position when diverting integrated circuit tubes in a high-speed sorting lane.
Carton Label Press
Drives a 50 mm stroke to press and affix shipping labels onto small packaging cartons in a tight conveyor footprint.
Replacing the Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X50-S-U with MBL25X50-S-U
To replace the MAL25X50-S-U, order the MBL25X50-S-U. Confirm your 50 mm stroke, G1/8 port, PT thread form, and the U flat-end rigid back cover. The -S magnet means you must upgrade your CS1-M or DS1-M sensors to the CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG family used on the MBL line. If your application requires an adjustable air cushion rather than the fixed rubber bumper found on this MAL, step up to the MBLC25X50-S-U. The plain bumper on this unit is not a lock; the rod will drift if air pressure is lost, so use an external rod lock for vertical loads.
For sizing flexibility, stepping down to the 20 mm bore drops the 0.5 MPa push force to 157 N, while stepping up to the 32 mm bore raises it to 402 N. At 50 mm of stroke, side-load bending stress on the 10 mm carbon-steel rod is minimal, but for longer strokes an external guide or pivot bracket is recommended.
Upgrade checklist
- ✓ Order the MBL25X50-S-U (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 MBL25X50-S-U instead of this discontinued model.
Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X50-S-U FAQ
Yes, the MAL25X50-S-U is discontinued. The exact drop-in replacement is the MBL25X50-S-U, which offers the same 25 mm bore, 50 mm stroke, 245 N push force, G1/8 port, and U flat-end mounting. You will need to update your sensors from the older CS1-M/DS1-M to the 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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