This model is discontinued
AirTAC has phased out the MAL series. The drop-in replacement is MBL25X625CA — same bore, stroke, output force, port and mounting, so it fits the same application. Simply order the MBL25X625CA 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 MAL25X625CA
The AirTAC Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X625CA is a double-acting aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder with a Ø25mm bore and 625mm stroke, G1/8 air ports and a fixed rubber bumper. This model is discontinued — the drop-in replacement is the MBL25X625CA, which matches its bore, stroke, force and mounting.
- BoreØ25 mm
- Stroke625 mm
- Port sizeG1/8
- Acting typeDouble acting
- Rod threadM10×1.25
- StatusDiscontinued → MBL25X625CA
About the Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X625CA
The AirTAC MAL25X625CA is a discontinued double-acting aluminum mini round cylinder engineered for compact spaces. It features a 25mm bore that generates 245N of push force and 206N of pull force at 0.5 MPa. Because this unit has a 625mm stroke, it exceeds the 500mm standard limit and was produced as a non-standard, made-to-order item. The exact drop-in replacement is the MBL25X625CA, which matches the bore, stroke, output force, G1/8 port, and CA pivot mounting.
This legacy SKU features a CA pivot back cover that swings on a pin to accommodate arcing loads, which is critical for a 625mm extension. Because this specific model lacks the -S magnet code, it cannot accept a position sensor. Furthermore, while the original MAL body uses threaded front and back covers, the modern MBL replacement utilizes a riveted rolling-packed body for the same structural integrity. Both designs rely on a fixed rubber bumper to soften end-of-stroke impacts.
Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X625CA Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X625CA |
|---|---|
| Series | MAL aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder (discontinued) |
| Replacement | MBL25X625CA |
| Bore size | Ø25 mm |
| Stroke | 625 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 MBL25X625CA 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 MBL25X625CA 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 MAL25X625CA
| MAL | Aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder, double acting (discontinued). |
|---|---|
| 25 | Bore size in mm (20/25/32/40). |
| ×625 | 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 MAL25X625CA Is Used
Textile Loom Threading
Drives a thread guide carriage across a 625mm fabric width, utilizing the 245N push force to maintain tension while the CA pivot absorbs the lateral rod arc.
Pallet Transfer Gate
Actuates a diverter flap on a compact packaging line, where the CA clevis allows the 625mm rod to swing the gate without binding under its own weight.
Warehouse Tray Pusher
Ejects stacked injection-molded trays from a tight machine cell, relying on the 206N pull force to retract the long 10mm rod fully into the aluminum body.
Replacing the Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X625CA with MBL25X625CA
To replace the MAL25X625CA, order the MBL25X625CA. Confirm your setup uses the default PT tapered port thread and the CA pivot clevis. If you need to downsize your force output, the neighboring 20mm bore provides 157N of push at 0.5 MPa; if you need more power, stepping up to the 32mm bore yields 402N.
Since this SKU lacks an -S magnet, you cannot mount a position sensor on it. If you upgrade to an MBL with a magnet, note that the older CS1-M and DS1-M switches are replaced by the current CMSG, DMSG, and EMSG sensor families. At 625mm, the 10mm rod is highly susceptible to bending under side loads; always use an external guide rail to support the tooling. The fixed rubber bumper is not a lock, so a pilot-operated check valve is required to hold a vertical load if air pressure drops. If you need adjustable end-cushioning for heavy masses, step up to the MBLC variant on the current line.
Upgrade checklist
- ✓ Order the MBL25X625CA (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 MBL25X625CA instead of this discontinued model.
Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X625CA FAQ
Yes, the MAL25X625CA is discontinued. The exact drop-in replacement is the MBL25X625CA, which offers the same 25mm bore, 625mm stroke, 245N push force at 0.5 MPa, G1/8 port, and CA pivot mounting.
At 0.5 MPa, it provides 245N push and 206N pull; at 0.7 MPa it pushes 343N, with a maximum theoretical force of 50kgf at 1.0 MPa. Because this specific SKU lacks the -S magnet, it cannot accept a position sensor.
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