This model is discontinued
AirTAC has phased out the MAL series. The drop-in replacement is MBL25X500-S-CM — same bore, stroke, output force, port and mounting, so it fits the same application. Simply order the MBL25X500-S-CM 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 MAL25X500-S-CM
The AirTAC Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X500-S-CM is a double-acting aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder with a Ø25mm bore and 500mm stroke, G1/8 air ports and a fixed rubber bumper. This model is discontinued — the drop-in replacement is the MBL25X500-S-CM, which matches its bore, stroke, force and mounting.
- BoreØ25 mm
- Stroke500 mm
- Port sizeG1/8
- Acting typeDouble acting
- Rod threadM10×1.25
- StatusDiscontinued → MBL25X500-S-CM
About the Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X500-S-CM
The AirTAC MAL25X500-S-CM is a discontinued double-acting aluminum mini round cylinder engineered for compact spaces requiring a 500 mm stroke. Delivering 245 N of push force and 206 N of pull force at 0.5 MPa, it features a 25 mm bore, a G1/8 port, and a CM round-end back cover. The exact drop-in replacement is the MBL25X500-S-CM, which matches the original bore, stroke, output force, port size, and mounting accessories. By upgrading to the MBL25X500-S-CM, you transition from the legacy threaded front and back covers to a modern riveted rolling-packed body while retaining identical operational ratings.
This specific SKU includes a built-in magnet (-S) for position detection. On the legacy MAL, this magnet pairs with the older CS1-M and DS1-M reed switches, whereas the current MBL replacement utilizes the newer CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG sensor families. Internally, the piston relies on a heterogeneous two-way seal that retains grease, running against a carbon-steel rod plated with 20 um hard chrome for wear resistance.
Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X500-S-CM Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X500-S-CM |
|---|---|
| Series | MAL aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder (discontinued) |
| Replacement | MBL25X500-S-CM |
| Bore size | Ø25 mm |
| Stroke | 500 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 MBL25X500-S-CM 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 MBL25X500-S-CM 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 MAL25X500-S-CM
| MAL | Aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder, double acting (discontinued). |
|---|---|
| 25 | Bore size in mm (20/25/32/40). |
| ×500 | 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 MAL25X500-S-CM Is Used
PCB conveyor diverters
Pushes populated PCB panels across a 500 mm transfer gap between inline inspection machines using 245 N of force at 0.5 MPa.
Lab sample archive retrieval
Extends 500 mm to access deep cold-storage racks for 96-well microplates, relying on the CM round-end to pivot smoothly under slight load misalignment.
Packaging flap folding
Folds corrugated carton flaps on a compact packaging line where the 25 mm bore fits tight side-rails but still delivers 343 N push at 0.7 MPa.
Replacing the Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X500-S-CM with MBL25X500-S-CM
To replace the discontinued MAL25X500-S-CM, order the MBL25X500-S-CM. Confirm the 25 mm bore, 500 mm stroke, G1/8 port, and default PT tapered thread form are correct for your fitting. The CM round-end back cover must match your mechanical linkage. Because this SKU has the -S magnet, plan to upgrade your position sensing from the legacy CS1-M or DS1-M switches to the current CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG sensors used by the MBL series.
Verify if 245 N push at 0.5 MPa is sufficient for your load. If you need less force, stepping down to the 20 mm bore yields 157 N push, while stepping up to the 32 mm bore provides 402 N push. A plain double-acting cylinder does not hold its position when air pressure is lost; the rod will drift, so utilize an external rod lock or pilot-operated check valve if gravity or load bias is a concern. The MAL relies on a fixed rubber bumper for end-of-stroke deceleration; if your application demands adjustable air cushioning to prevent shock over a 500 mm travel, specify the MBLC variant on the current line. Furthermore, the 10 mm rod on a 500 mm stroke offers low side-load tolerance, making the CM round-end pivot crucial for accommodating arcing loads without bending the rod.
Upgrade checklist
- ✓ Order the MBL25X500-S-CM (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 MBL25X500-S-CM instead of this discontinued model.
Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X500-S-CM FAQ
Yes, the MAL25X500-S-CM is discontinued. The exact drop-in replacement is the MBL25X500-S-CM. It offers the same 25 mm bore, 500 mm stroke, G1/8 port, CM round-end cover, and magnet. The main upgrade is the body construction changing from threaded covers to a riveted rolling-packed assembly, and the -S magnet now requires CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG sensors instead of the older CS1-M or DS1-M switches.
At 0.5 MPa, the 25 mm bore provides 245 N of push force and 206 N of pull force. At 0.7 MPa, the push force increases to 343 N, with a theoretical maximum of 50 kgf at 1.0 MPa. It operates on filtered air between 0.1-1.0 MPa, runs at speeds of 30-800 mm/s, and uses a fixed rubber bumper rather than an adjustable cushion.
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