This model is discontinued
AirTAC has phased out the MAL series. The drop-in replacement is MBL25X75-CM — same bore, stroke, output force, port and mounting, so it fits the same application. Simply order the MBL25X75-CM 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 MAL25X75-CM
The AirTAC Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X75-CM is a double-acting aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder with a Ø25mm bore and 75mm stroke, G1/8 air ports and a fixed rubber bumper. This model is discontinued — the drop-in replacement is the MBL25X75-CM, which matches its bore, stroke, force and mounting.
- BoreØ25 mm
- Stroke75 mm
- Port sizeG1/8
- Acting typeDouble acting
- Rod threadM10×1.25
- StatusDiscontinued → MBL25X75-CM
About the Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X75-CM
The AirTAC MAL25X75-CM is a discontinued double-acting aluminum mini round cylinder with a 25mm bore and 75mm stroke. It delivers 245N of push force and 206N of pull force at 0.5 MPa, utilizing a G1/8 port and an M10x1.25 rod-end thread. Because this legacy series has reached end-of-life, AirTAC replaced it with the MBL25X75-CM, a drop-in alternative that preserves the exact bore, stroke, output force, port size, and CM round-end mounting interface.
This specific configuration features a CM round-end back cover, which is ideal for applications requiring a compact pivot joint rather than a rigid flat mount. As a non-magnetized SKU (no -S code), this cylinder cannot accommodate a position sensor; if detection is needed, the MBL25X75-CM-S successor uses modern CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG switches instead of the older CS1-M or DS1-M sensors. The original MAL body relies on threaded front and back covers, whereas the current MBL upgrade features a riveted rolling-packed body for enhanced structural integrity. Both generations share a fixed rubber bumper for end-of-stroke deceleration and a heterogeneous two-way seal that retains grease for long service life.
Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X75-CM Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X75-CM |
|---|---|
| Series | MAL aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder (discontinued) |
| Replacement | MBL25X75-CM |
| Bore size | Ø25 mm |
| Stroke | 75 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 MBL25X75-CM 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 MBL25X75-CM 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 MAL25X75-CM
| MAL | Aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder, double acting (discontinued). |
|---|---|
| 25 | Bore size in mm (20/25/32/40). |
| ×75 | 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 MAL25X75-CM Is Used
Packaging Diverter Arm
Actuates a 75mm swing arm to sort small polyethylene mailers on a packaging conveyor, utilizing the 245N push force to overcome flap friction without stalling.
PCB Edge Guide Clamp
Provides 206N of pull force at 0.5 MPa to retract a lateral edge guide on a PCB routing machine, securely holding delicate fiberglass panels during milling.
Bin Lid Release Mechanism
Extends 75mm to pop open a spring-loaded dispensing lid on a small-parts inventory bin, relying on the compact CM round-end to pivot the linkage smoothly.
Replacing the Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X75-CM with MBL25X75-CM
To replace the MAL25X75-CM, order the MBL25X75-CM, ensuring you match the 25mm bore, 75mm stroke, PT tapered port thread, and CM round-end back cover. If your application requires adjustable air cushioning at the stroke ends—which the fixed rubber bumper on this MAL cannot provide—you must step up to the MBLC family on the current line. Furthermore, because this specific SKU lacks the -S magnet, it cannot support any position sensing; you must specify the -S option on your MBL order if you need to track rod position.
When sizing this cylinder, verify if the 245N push force at 0.5 MPa suits your load; if you need less force, the neighboring 20mm bore provides 157N, and if you require more, the 32mm bore offers 402N. Keep in mind that a plain MAL or MBL cylinder does not hold its position or load when air pressure is lost—the rod will drift. The bumper only softens the end of stroke and is not a locking mechanism, so incorporate an external rod lock or pilot-operated check valve for fail-safe load holding. Additionally, the 10mm carbon-steel rod with 20um hard chrome plating offers low side-load tolerance, so for this 75mm stroke, ensure the load is purely axial to prevent rod bending.
Upgrade checklist
- ✓ Order the MBL25X75-CM (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 MBL25X75-CM instead of this discontinued model.
Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X75-CM FAQ
Yes, the MAL series is discontinued. The exact drop-in replacement is the MBL25X75-CM, which matches the 25mm bore, 75mm stroke, 245N push force, G1/8 port, and CM round-end mounting. The MBL upgrades the body from threaded covers to a riveted rolling-packed design while maintaining the same operational footprint.
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 the -S magnet, it cannot take a position sensor; the older MAL-S used CS1-M or DS1-M switches, while the current MBL-S uses CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG sensors.
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