This model is discontinued
AirTAC has phased out the MAL series. The drop-in replacement is MBL25X80-CA — same bore, stroke, output force, port and mounting, so it fits the same application. Simply order the MBL25X80-CA 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 MAL25X80-CA
The AirTAC Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X80-CA is a double-acting aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder with a Ø25mm bore and 80mm stroke, G1/8 air ports and a fixed rubber bumper. This model is discontinued — the drop-in replacement is the MBL25X80-CA, which matches its bore, stroke, force and mounting.
- BoreØ25 mm
- Stroke80 mm
- Port sizeG1/8
- Acting typeDouble acting
- Rod threadM10×1.25
- StatusDiscontinued → MBL25X80-CA
About the Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X80-CA
The AirTAC MAL25X80-CA is a discontinued compact double-acting aluminum mini round cylinder designed for tight spaces. It delivers 245 N of push force and 206 N of pull force at 0.5 MPa. The exact drop-in replacement is the MBL25X80-CA, which matches the 25 mm bore, 80 mm stroke, G1/8 port, and CA pivot mounting.
This legacy unit features a fixed rubber bumper for end-of-stroke damping and a heterogeneous two-way grease-retaining piston seal. The carbon-steel rod has 20 um hard chrome plating, running in a self-lubricating front-cover bearing guide. Because this SKU lacks the -S magnet, it cannot accept a position sensor. The original MAL body uses threaded front and back covers, whereas the modern MBL replacement features a riveted rolling-packed body for identical performance.
Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X80-CA Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X80-CA |
|---|---|
| Series | MAL aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder (discontinued) |
| Replacement | MBL25X80-CA |
| Bore size | Ø25 mm |
| Stroke | 80 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 MBL25X80-CA 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 MBL25X80-CA 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 MAL25X80-CA
| MAL | Aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder, double acting (discontinued). |
|---|---|
| 25 | Bore size in mm (20/25/32/40). |
| ×80 | 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 MAL25X80-CA Is Used
Carton Flap Folding
Provides 245 N of push force to reliably fold corrugated cardboard flaps on compact packaging lines before taping.
Sorter Diverter Arm
Swings on its CA pivot to push lightweight parcels to adjacent conveyor belts at high cycling speeds.
Small Part Ejection
Uses the 80 mm stroke to eject molded plastic components from tight tooling spaces without requiring a large footprint.
Replacing the Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X80-CA with MBL25X80-CA
To replace the MAL25X80-CA, order the MBL25X80-CA to retain the exact 25 mm bore, 80 mm stroke, PT thread, and CA pivot back cover. The CA clevis allows the cylinder to swing on a pin, which is critical for accommodating arcing loads. If your application requires position detection, you must step up to an MBL25X80S-CA; note that the modern MBL uses CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG switches instead of the older CS1-M or DS1-M sensors. If you need adjustable air cushioning rather than a fixed rubber bumper, specify the MBLC variant.
For sizing flexibility, 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. A plain MBL does not hold its load when air pressure is lost; the rod will drift. Use an external rod lock or pilot-operated check valve for fail-safe holding. At an 80 mm stroke, side-load tolerance is moderate due to the 10 mm rod, so ensure the CA pivot absorbs any angular misalignment.
Upgrade checklist
- ✓ Order the MBL25X80-CA (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 MBL25X80-CA instead of this discontinued model.
Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X80-CA FAQ
Yes, the MAL25X80-CA is discontinued. The exact drop-in replacement is the MBL25X80-CA, which matches the 25 mm bore, 80 mm stroke, G1/8 port, and CA pivot mounting. The modern MBL uses a riveted rolling-packed body instead of the threaded covers found on the MAL.
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. Because this specific SKU lacks the -S magnet, it cannot accept a position sensor.
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