This model is discontinued
AirTAC has phased out the MAL series. The drop-in replacement is MBL25X70CM — same bore, stroke, output force, port and mounting, so it fits the same application. Simply order the MBL25X70CM 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 MAL25X70CM
The AirTAC Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X70CM is a double-acting aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder with a Ø25mm bore and 70mm stroke, G1/8 air ports and a fixed rubber bumper. This model is discontinued — the drop-in replacement is the MBL25X70CM, which matches its bore, stroke, force and mounting.
- BoreØ25 mm
- Stroke70 mm
- Port sizeG1/8
- Acting typeDouble acting
- Rod threadM10×1.25
- StatusDiscontinued → MBL25X70CM
About the Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X70CM
The AirTAC MAL25X70CM is a discontinued double-acting aluminum mini round cylinder with a 25mm bore and 70mm stroke. It delivers 245N of push force and 206N of pull force at 0.5MPa, operating on filtered air at 0.1-1.0MPa. The exact drop-in replacement is the MBL25X70CM, offering identical output, G1/8 porting, and CM round-end back cover for seamless integration.
This legacy MAL unit features threaded front and back covers, whereas the modern MBL uses a riveted rolling-packed body. The bore uses a 10mm carbon-steel rod with 20um hard chrome plating, guided by a self-lubricating front-cover bearing. Because this specific SKU lacks an -S magnet, it cannot support a position sensor. The internal piston relies on a heterogeneous two-way seal that retains grease for long-term lubrication.
Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X70CM Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X70CM |
|---|---|
| Series | MAL aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder (discontinued) |
| Replacement | MBL25X70CM |
| Bore size | Ø25 mm |
| Stroke | 70 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 MBL25X70CM 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 MBL25X70CM 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 MAL25X70CM
| MAL | Aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder, double acting (discontinued). |
|---|---|
| 25 | Bore size in mm (20/25/32/40). |
| ×70 | 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 MAL25X70CM Is Used
PCB Depaneling Router
Drives a cutting blade at 245N push force to singulate assembled circuit boards, relying on the compact 25mm body to fit within dense electronics manufacturing cells.
Connector Insertion Press
Pushes IC sockets into printed circuit boards with 206N pull force, using the fixed rubber bumper to absorb the sudden end-of-stroke impact during high-speed assembly.
Carton Flap Folder
Actuates a folding arm to close minor flaps on small packaging boxes, where the CM round-end back cover provides the necessary pivot articulation for the mechanism.
Replacing the Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X70CM with MBL25X70CM
To replace the MAL25X70CM, order the MBL25X70CM to match the 25mm bore, 70mm stroke, PT thread, and CM round-end cover. If your application requires position sensing, note that this current SKU cannot accept a sensor; you must specify an MBL25X70CMS replacement and upgrade from the legacy CS1-M / DS1-M switches to the modern CMSG / DMSG / EMSG family. The MAL uses a fixed rubber bumper, so if your process requires adjustable end-of-stroke damping, step up to the current MBLC series.
For sizing flexibility, the neighboring 20mm bore provides 157N push at 0.5MPa for lighter duties, while the 32mm bore offers 402N for heavier loads. A plain cylinder drifts when air is lost, so use an external rod lock for load holding. The 70mm stroke is short enough to avoid rod bending, keeping side-load stress minimal.
Upgrade checklist
- ✓ Order the MBL25X70CM (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 MBL25X70CM instead of this discontinued model.
Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X70CM FAQ
Yes, the MAL25X70CM is discontinued. The exact drop-in replacement is the MBL25X70CM, which matches the 25mm bore, 70mm stroke, G1/8 port, and CM round-end mounting for identical performance.
At 0.5MPa, it provides 245N push and 206N pull force, 343N push at 0.7MPa, and a maximum theoretical force of 50kgf at 1.0MPa. Because this specific SKU lacks an -S magnet, it cannot accept a position sensor.
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