This model is discontinued
AirTAC has phased out the MAL series. The drop-in replacement is MBL25X700-S-U — same bore, stroke, output force, port and mounting, so it fits the same application. Simply order the MBL25X700-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 MAL25X700-S-U
The AirTAC Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X700-S-U is a double-acting aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder with a Ø25mm bore and 700mm stroke, G1/8 air ports and a fixed rubber bumper. This model is discontinued — the drop-in replacement is the MBL25X700-S-U, which matches its bore, stroke, force and mounting.
- BoreØ25 mm
- Stroke700 mm
- Port sizeG1/8
- Acting typeDouble acting
- Rod threadM10×1.25
- StatusDiscontinued → MBL25X700-S-U
About the Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X700-S-U
The AirTAC MAL25X700-S-U is a discontinued double-acting aluminum mini round cylinder engineered for compact spaces. Delivering 245 N of push force and 206 N of pull force at 0.5 MPa, it features a 25 mm bore, a 700 mm stroke, and a G1/8 port. Because this MAL unit reached its end-of-life, AirTAC mandates the MBL25X700-S-U as the direct drop-in replacement, matching the bore, stroke, output force, port size, and mounting interface exactly.
This specific SKU includes a U flat-end back cover for rigid rear mounting and an S magnet for position sensing. The legacy MAL -S magnet pairs with older CS1-M or DS1-M reed switches, whereas the modern MBL replacement utilizes current CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG sensors. Furthermore, the obsolete MAL utilized threaded front and back covers on the barrel, while the upgraded MBL features a riveted rolling-packed body. A 700 mm stroke on a slender Ø10 mm carbon-steel rod demands external guide rails to prevent rod bending, as the fixed rubber bumper solely softens end-of-stroke impacts and provides no position holding.
Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X700-S-U Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X700-S-U |
|---|---|
| Series | MAL aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder (discontinued) |
| Replacement | MBL25X700-S-U |
| Bore size | Ø25 mm |
| Stroke | 700 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 MBL25X700-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 MBL25X700-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 MAL25X700-S-U
| MAL | Aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder, double acting (discontinued). |
|---|---|
| 25 | Bore size in mm (20/25/32/40). |
| ×700 | 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 MAL25X700-S-U Is Used
Textile Loom Guide
Actuates a yarn tensioning guide over a 700 mm range, relying on the 245 N push force at 0.5 MPa to shift the assembly smoothly in a tight weaving machine frame.
PCB Conveyor Diverter
Extends a routing gate on a printed circuit board conveyor, using the -S magnet and a CS1-M switch to confirm the gate is fully open before boards pass.
Carton Sorting Pusher
Pushes lightweight product cartons into a packing chute, where the U flat-end back cover provides rigid rear anchoring against the repetitive 700 mm stroke cycle.
Replacing the Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X700-S-U with MBL25X700-S-U
To replace the MAL25X700-S-U, order the MBL25X700-S-U. Verify your setup retains the U flat-end back cover, the S magnet for sensing, and the default PT tapered port thread. Since 700 mm exceeds the 500 mm standard maximum, this is a non-standard, made-to-order stroke. If you need to adjust bore size, stepping down to the 20 mm bore yields 157 N push at 0.5 MPa, while stepping up to the 32 mm bore provides 402 N push at 0.5 MPa.
For a 700 mm extension, the small Ø10 mm rod has low side-load tolerance, making a pivot bracket or external guide rail essential to prevent premature seal wear. The fixed rubber bumper cannot hold a load if air pressure drops, so install an external rod lock or pilot-operated check valve for fail-safe positioning. If your application requires adjustable end-cushioning to absorb kinetic energy, select the MBLC variant on the current line instead of the standard MBL.
Upgrade checklist
- ✓ Order the MBL25X700-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 MBL25X700-S-U instead of this discontinued model.
Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X700-S-U FAQ
Yes, the MAL25X700-S-U is discontinued. The exact drop-in replacement is the MBL25X700-S-U, which offers identical bore, stroke, force, G1/8 port, and U flat-end mounting. You must upgrade your sensors because the MAL -S magnet works with older CS1-M/DS1-M switches, while the MBL requires CMSG/DMSG/EMSG sensors.
The 25 mm bore cylinder delivers 245 N push and 206 N pull at 0.5 MPa, 343 N push at 0.7 MPa, and a maximum theoretical force of 50 kgf at 1.0 MPa. It uses a G1/8 port, a Ø10 mm rod with an M10x1.25 rod-end thread, and operates at 0.1-1.0 MPa.
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