This model is discontinued
AirTAC has phased out the MAL series. The drop-in replacement is MBL25X80-CA-H — same bore, stroke, output force, port and mounting, so it fits the same application. Simply order the MBL25X80-CA-H 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-H
The AirTAC Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X80-CA-H 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-H, 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-H
About the Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X80-CA-H
The AirTAC MAL25X80-CA-H is a discontinued compact double-acting aluminum mini round cylinder. It delivers 245 N of push force and 206 N of pull force at 0.5 MPa, utilizing a 25 mm bore and an 80 mm stroke. AirTAC replaced this legacy unit with the MBL25X80-CA-H, a drop-in alternative that maintains the exact same bore, stroke, output force, G1/8 port size, and CA mounting hardware.
This SKU lacks the -S magnet code, meaning it cannot accept a position sensor. The original MAL body features threaded front and back covers, whereas the modern MBL replacement uses a riveted rolling-packed body. The piston relies on a heterogeneous two-way seal that retains grease, and the carbon-steel rod has a 20 um hard-chrome plating to resist wear.
Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X80-CA-H Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X80-CA-H |
|---|---|
| Series | MAL aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder (discontinued) |
| Replacement | MBL25X80-CA-H |
| 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-H 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-H 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-H
| 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-H Is Used
Divert Gate Pivot
Swings a lightweight routing gate on a packaging line using the 245 N push force and CA clevis to handle arcing motion smoothly.
PCB Ejector Arm
Pushes printed circuit boards out of a test fixture with an 80 mm stroke, relying on the self-lubricating bearing guide for smooth ejection.
Small Part Sorter
Actuates a sorting flap for small plastic components, utilizing the 25 mm bore's compact footprint in a tight machinery space.
Replacing the Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X80-CA-H with MBL25X80-CA-H
To replace this cylinder, order the MBL25X80-CA-H. Verify that your setup requires a CA pivot back cover, which swings on a pin to accommodate arcing loads. Because this specific SKU lacks an -S magnet, you cannot mount a position sensor; if you need detection, switch to an MBL25X80S-CA-H and upgrade to the modern CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG sensor family, as the older CS1-M and DS1-M switches are obsolete.
If you need to adjust your force output, stepping down to the 20 mm bore drops the push force to 157 N at 0.5 MPa, while stepping up to the 32 mm bore increases it to 402 N. The fixed rubber bumper softens the end of stroke but does not act as a lock; a plain MAL or MBL will drift and drop its load when air pressure is lost, so add an external rod lock for vertical holding. If your application requires adjustable air cushioning, migrate to the MBLC series, which the MAL never offered.
Upgrade checklist
- ✓ Order the MBL25X80-CA-H (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-H instead of this discontinued model.
Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X80-CA-H FAQ
Yes, the MAL25X80-CA-H is discontinued. The exact drop-in replacement is the MBL25X80-CA-H. It matches the 25 mm bore, 80 mm stroke, CA pivot cover, G1/8 port, and 50 kgf maximum force. The main upgrade is a riveted rolling-packed body replacing the original 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. The maximum theoretical force is 50 kgf at 1.0 MPa. The port size is G1/8, and the rod end thread is M10x1.25.
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