This model is discontinued
AirTAC has phased out the MAL series. The drop-in replacement is MBL25X760CA — same bore, stroke, output force, port and mounting, so it fits the same application. Simply order the MBL25X760CA 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 MAL25X760CA
The AirTAC Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X760CA is a double-acting aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder with a Ø25mm bore and 760mm stroke, G1/8 air ports and a fixed rubber bumper. This model is discontinued — the drop-in replacement is the MBL25X760CA, which matches its bore, stroke, force and mounting.
- BoreØ25 mm
- Stroke760 mm
- Port sizeG1/8
- Acting typeDouble acting
- Rod threadM10×1.25
- StatusDiscontinued → MBL25X760CA
About the Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X760CA
The AirTAC MAL25X760CA is a discontinued double-acting aluminum mini round cylinder with a 25 mm bore and a 760 mm stroke. Because 760 mm exceeds the 500 mm standard limit, this is a non-standard, made-to-order configuration. It delivers 245 N of push force and 206 N of pull force at 0.5 MPa. The exact drop-in replacement is the MBL25X760CA, which matches the bore, stroke, force, G1/8 port, and CA pivot mounting exactly.
This legacy MAL features threaded front and back covers, whereas the modern MBL replacement uses a riveted rolling-packed body for equally robust performance. The CA back cover is a pivot clevis designed to swing on a pin, accommodating arcing loads. Note that this specific SKU lacks a magnet (-S), meaning it cannot support a position sensor. Additionally, the fixed rubber bumper absorbs end-of-stroke impact but does not function as an adjustable air cushion; for that feature, the current MBLC line is required.
Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X760CA Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X760CA |
|---|---|
| Series | MAL aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder (discontinued) |
| Replacement | MBL25X760CA |
| Bore size | Ø25 mm |
| Stroke | 760 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 MBL25X760CA 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 MBL25X760CA 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 MAL25X760CA
| MAL | Aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder, double acting (discontinued). |
|---|---|
| 25 | Bore size in mm (20/25/32/40). |
| ×760 | 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 MAL25X760CA Is Used
PCB Conveyor Diverter
Pushes populated PCB panels across a 760 mm transfer gap at 245 N force, using the CA clevis to tolerate slight angular misalignment during the arc.
Carton Sorting Pusher
Extends fully to deflect lightweight cardboard cartons on a sorting line, relying on the fixed rubber bumper to absorb the rapid 800 mm/s deceleration.
Textile Yarn Guide
Traverses a yarn carrier across a wide loom bed, where the self-lubricating front-cover bearing guide maintains smooth operation over the extended length.
Replacing the Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X760CA with MBL25X760CA
To replace the MAL25X760CA, order the MBL25X760CA. Verify your porting (PT standard), the M10x1.25 rod-end thread, and the CA pivot clevis. Since this SKU has no -S magnet, you cannot mount a sensor; if position detection is needed, order an MBL25X760SCA and note that the modern MBL uses CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG switches instead of the older CS1-M/DS1-M family.
For sizing flexibility, stepping down to a 20 mm bore yields 157 N push at 0.5 MPa, while stepping up to a 32 mm bore provides 402 N push at 0.5 MPa. Because the 760 mm stroke is exceptionally long for a 10 mm rod, side-load tolerance is minimal. You must use an external guide rail to prevent rod bending, as the CA pivot alone cannot compensate for severe lateral stress. Remember that the rubber bumper softens impact but will not hold the load if air pressure drops; use a pilot-operated check valve for position holding.
Upgrade checklist
- ✓ Order the MBL25X760CA (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 MBL25X760CA instead of this discontinued model.
Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X760CA FAQ
Yes, the MAL series is end-of-life. The exact drop-in replacement is the MBL25X760CA. It offers the same 25 mm bore, 760 mm stroke, 245 N push force at 0.5 MPa, G1/8 port, and CA pivot mounting. The main upgrade is that the MBL uses a riveted rolling-packed body instead of the older threaded covers.
At 0.5 MPa, the push force is 245 N and the pull force is 206 N. At 0.7 MPa, the push force is 343 N, with a maximum theoretical force of 50 kgf at 1.0 MPa. It uses a fixed rubber bumper for end-of-stroke impact absorption; it does not have an adjustable air cushion. If adjustable cushioning is required, you must step up to the current MBLC line.
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