This model is discontinued
AirTAC has phased out the MAL series. The drop-in replacement is MBL25X660CA — same bore, stroke, output force, port and mounting, so it fits the same application. Simply order the MBL25X660CA 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 MAL25X660CA
The AirTAC Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X660CA is a double-acting aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder with a Ø25mm bore and 660mm stroke, G1/8 air ports and a fixed rubber bumper. This model is discontinued — the drop-in replacement is the MBL25X660CA, which matches its bore, stroke, force and mounting.
- BoreØ25 mm
- Stroke660 mm
- Port sizeG1/8
- Acting typeDouble acting
- Rod threadM10×1.25
- StatusDiscontinued → MBL25X660CA
About the Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X660CA
The AirTAC MAL25X660CA is a discontinued double-acting aluminum mini round cylinder with a 25mm bore and 660mm stroke. As a made-to-order non-standard stroke exceeding the 500mm standard maximum, it delivers 245N push and 206N pull force at 0.5 MPa. AirTAC replaced this legacy unit with the MBL25X660CA, a drop-in alternative retaining the exact same bore, stroke, output force, G1/8 port, and CA pivot mounting.
This SKU features a CA pivot clevis back cover designed to swing on a pin for arcing loads, which is critical for managing side-load on a 660mm extended rod. Because this specific model lacks the -S magnet option, it cannot support a position sensor. Additionally, the original MAL utilized threaded front and back covers, whereas the current MBL replacement features a riveted rolling-packed body for enhanced structural integrity.
Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X660CA Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X660CA |
|---|---|
| Series | MAL aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder (discontinued) |
| Replacement | MBL25X660CA |
| Bore size | Ø25 mm |
| Stroke | 660 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 MBL25X660CA 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 MBL25X660CA 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 MAL25X660CA
| MAL | Aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder, double acting (discontinued). |
|---|---|
| 25 | Bore size in mm (20/25/32/40). |
| ×660 | 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 MAL25X660CA Is Used
Pouch Spout Insertion
Drives a 660mm stroke to insert spouts into premade pouches on a vertical form-fill-seal machine, utilizing the 245N push force at 0.5 MPa.
Cardboard Stacking Arm
Uses the CA pivot clevis to swing and push layered cardboard blanks along a packaging conveyor, absorbing arcing momentum without binding the rod.
Textile Guide Traverse
Cycles continuously across a 660mm path to thread yarn on a weaving loom, relying on the self-lubricating bearing guide for 30-800 mm/s operation.
Replacing the Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X660CA with MBL25X660CA
To replace the MAL25X660CA, order the MBL25X660CA, ensuring you keep the CA pivot back cover and PT thread. If your application requires position sensing, note that this exact SKU cannot accept a sensor due to the missing -S magnet; you must specify an MBL25X660CAS replacement and upgrade from the legacy CS1-M / DS1-M switches to the modern CMSG / DMSG / EMSG family. If sizing down, the 20mm bore provides 157N push at 0.5 MPa; if stepping up, the 32mm bore yields 402N.
At 660mm, the 10mm rod is highly susceptible to bending under side-loads, so the CA clevis is essential to allow self-alignment, though an external guide rail is strongly recommended. The MAL uses a fixed rubber bumper, not an adjustable cushion; if end-of-stroke shock is an issue on the new unit, consider the MBLC variant. Remember, a plain cylinder does not hold its load when air pressure is lost, so deploy an external rod lock or pilot-operated check valve for safety.
Upgrade checklist
- ✓ Order the MBL25X660CA (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 MBL25X660CA instead of this discontinued model.
Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X660CA FAQ
Yes, the MAL25X660CA is discontinued. The exact drop-in replacement is the MBL25X660CA, which matches the 25mm bore, 660mm stroke, 245N push force, G1/8 port, and CA pivot mounting.
At 0.5 MPa, the push force is 245N and pull is 206N; at 0.7 MPa, push is 343N, with a maximum theoretical force of 50 kgf at 1.0 MPa. Because this specific SKU lacks the -S magnet, it cannot accept a position sensor.
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