This model is discontinued
AirTAC has phased out the MAL series. The drop-in replacement is MBL25X80-S-CM — same bore, stroke, output force, port and mounting, so it fits the same application. Simply order the MBL25X80-S-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).

The AirTAC Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X80-S-CM 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-S-CM, which matches its bore, stroke, force and mounting.
The AirTAC MAL25X80-S-CM is a discontinued 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. The drop-in replacement is the MBL25X80-S-CM, which matches the original bore, stroke, output force, G1/8 port, and CM round-end back cover exactly.
This legacy unit features a built-in magnet (-S) for position sensing with older CS1-M or DS1-M switches, while the MBL successor upgrades to CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG sensors. The original MAL uses threaded front and back covers, whereas the modern MBL relies on a riveted rolling-packed body. Both share a fixed rubber bumper for end-of-stroke damping.
| Model | Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X80-S-CM |
|---|---|
| Series | MAL aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder (discontinued) |
| Replacement | MBL25X80-S-CM |
| 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-S-CM carries the same ratings. Confirm against the product label before installation. Thread options: PT / G / NPT.
| 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-S-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.
| 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.
Provides 245 N of push at 0.5 MPa to actuate the cutting head on a compact depaneling machine, fitting easily into tight electronics assembly cells.
Drives a small diverting flap on a 80 mm stroke to sort plastic bottles on a packaging line, using the CM round-end to accommodate slight pivot misalignment.
Pushes minor flaps on small cartons prior to sealing, where the 25 mm bore offers enough force without tearing the cardboard.
To replace the MAL25X80-S-CM, order the MBL25X80-S-CM, ensuring you keep the CM round-end back cover and the -S magnet. Because the sensor family changes from CS1-M/DS1-M to CMSG/DMSG/EMSG on the new unit, you must update your reed switches. If your application requires less force, step down to the 20 mm bore (157 N push at 0.5 MPa); if you need more power, step up to the 32 mm bore (402 N push at 0.5 MPa). The fixed rubber bumper softens the stroke but is not an adjustable cushion; for adjustable air cushioning, specify the MBLC variant. A plain cylinder cannot hold a load when air pressure drops, so add an external rod lock if gravity drift is unacceptable.
Upgrade checklist
Yes, the MAL25X80-S-CM is discontinued. The exact drop-in replacement is the MBL25X80-S-CM, which matches the 25 mm bore, 80 mm stroke, G1/8 port, CM round-end, and output force. You will need to update your sensors, as the MBL uses CMSG/DMSG/EMSG switches instead of the older CS1-M/DS1-M type.
At 0.5 MPa, the 25 mm bore provides 245 N push and 206 N pull. At 0.7 MPa, push increases to 343 N. The maximum theoretical force is 50 kgf at 1.0 MPa.
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