This model is discontinued
AirTAC has phased out the MAL series. The drop-in replacement is MBL25X650-CA — same bore, stroke, output force, port and mounting, so it fits the same application. Simply order the MBL25X650-CA 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 MAL25X650-CA
The AirTAC Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X650-CA is a double-acting aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder with a Ø25mm bore and 650mm stroke, G1/8 air ports and a fixed rubber bumper. This model is discontinued — the drop-in replacement is the MBL25X650-CA, which matches its bore, stroke, force and mounting.
- BoreØ25 mm
- Stroke650 mm
- Port sizeG1/8
- Acting typeDouble acting
- Rod threadM10×1.25
- StatusDiscontinued → MBL25X650-CA
About the Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X650-CA
The AirTAC MAL25X650-CA is a discontinued double-acting aluminum mini round cylinder with a 25mm bore and 650mm stroke. Because 650mm exceeds the 500mm standard limit, this is a non-standard, made-to-order configuration. It delivers 245N of push force and 206N of pull force at 0.5 MPa. AirTAC replaced the MAL line with the MBL series, making the exact drop-in replacement the MBL25X650-CA, which matches the bore, stroke, force, G1/8 port, and CA pivot mounting.
The legacy MAL features a threaded front and back cover assembly, whereas the modern MBL utilizes a riveted rolling-packed body structure. This specific SKU lacks a -S magnet, meaning it cannot accommodate a position sensor. Additionally, the internal piston relies on a heterogeneous two-way seal that retains grease, paired with a self-lubricating front-cover bearing guide for prolonged operational life.
Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X650-CA Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X650-CA |
|---|---|
| Series | MAL aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder (discontinued) |
| Replacement | MBL25X650-CA |
| Bore size | Ø25 mm |
| Stroke | 650 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 MBL25X650-CA 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 MBL25X650-CA 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 MAL25X650-CA
| MAL | Aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder, double acting (discontinued). |
|---|---|
| 25 | Bore size in mm (20/25/32/40). |
| ×650 | 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 MAL25X650-CA Is Used
Textile Loom Tentering
Drives a fabric-guiding arm on a weaving loom. The CA pivot bracket accommodates the lever's arcing sweep across the 650mm stroke, while the 245N force at 0.5 MPa firmly tensions the material.
PCB Conveyor Routing
Positions a transfer gate on an electronics assembly line. The non-standard 650mm reach moves panels between processing stations, relying on the self-lubricating bearing to prevent rod binding.
Packaging Carton Flap Folder
Actuates a folding mechanism on a case erector. The 25mm bore provides enough pull force (206N at 0.5 MPa) to manage heavy corrugated cardboard over a long 650mm extension distance.
Replacing the Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X650-CA with MBL25X650-CA
To replace this MAL25X650-CA, order the MBL25X650-CA. Verify the G1/8 port (PT thread form), the 10mm rod with M10x1.25 thread, and the CA pivot back cover, which swings on a pin to accommodate arcing loads. If your application requires a position sensor, note that this original SKU lacks a magnet. Upgrading to an MBL with a magnet (-S) means switching from the older CS1-M / DS1-M switches to the current CMSG / DMSG / EMSG sensor family.
For sizing flexibility, stepping down to a 20mm bore yields 157N push force at 0.5 MPa, while stepping up to a 32mm bore provides 402N. Because the 650mm stroke is exceptionally long for a 25mm bore, the 10mm rod has low side-load tolerance; you must use an external guide rail to prevent rod bending. The fixed rubber bumper softens stroke ends but is not an adjustable cushion—if your machine needs precise end-of-stroke deceleration, look at the MBLC variant. Finally, this cylinder does not hold its load when air pressure is lost, so install an external rod lock or pilot-operated check valve for safety.
Upgrade checklist
- ✓ Order the MBL25X650-CA (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 MBL25X650-CA instead of this discontinued model.
Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X650-CA FAQ
Yes, the MAL series is end-of-life. The exact drop-in replacement is the MBL25X650-CA. It matches the 25mm bore, 650mm stroke, G1/8 port, and CA pivot mounting. The main structural change is that the MBL uses a riveted rolling-packed body instead of the threaded covers found on the MAL.
At 0.5 MPa, the push force is 245N and the pull force is 206N. At 0.7 MPa, the push force is 343N, with a maximum theoretical force of 50 kgf at 1.0 MPa. Because this specific SKU lacks a -S magnet, it cannot take a position sensor. If you order an MBL replacement with a magnet, you must use CMSG / DMSG / EMSG switches instead of the older CS1-M / DS1-M sensors.
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