This model is discontinued
AirTAC has phased out the MAL series. The drop-in replacement is MBL25X80-S-U — same bore, stroke, output force, port and mounting, so it fits the same application. Simply order the MBL25X80-S-U 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-S-U
The AirTAC Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X80-S-U 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-U, which matches its bore, stroke, force and mounting.
- BoreØ25 mm
- Stroke80 mm
- Port sizeG1/8
- Acting typeDouble acting
- Rod threadM10×1.25
- StatusDiscontinued → MBL25X80-S-U
About the Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X80-S-U
The AirTAC MAL25X80-S-U is a discontinued double-acting aluminum mini round cylinder with a 25mm bore and 80mm stroke. It delivers 245N of push force and 206N of pull force at 0.5MPa. The exact drop-in replacement is the MBL25X80-S-U, which matches the bore, stroke, output force, G1/8 port, and U flat-end mounting. The legacy MAL uses threaded front and back covers, whereas the current MBL features a riveted rolling-packed body for equally robust performance.
This specific SKU includes the -S magnet for position sensing and a U-style flat-end back cover for rigid rear mounting. On the MAL, the magnet interfaces with older CS1-M or DS1-M reed switches; upgrading to the MBL requires switching to modern CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG sensors. The piston relies on a heterogeneous two-way seal that retains grease, and the carbon-steel rod has a 20um hard-chrome plating to resist wear. End-of-stroke energy is absorbed by a fixed rubber bumper, not an adjustable cushion.
Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X80-S-U Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X80-S-U |
|---|---|
| Series | MAL aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder (discontinued) |
| Replacement | MBL25X80-S-U |
| 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-U 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-S-U 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-S-U
| 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-S-U Is Used
PCB Depaneling Ejector
Uses the 245N push force at 0.5MPa to safely eject singulated circuit boards from a routing fixture without damaging delicate traces.
Carton Label Applicator
Extends 80mm to tamp thermal labels onto small packaging, relying on the rigid U flat-end mount to maintain precise tamping pressure.
Vial Sorting Diverter
Actuates a lightweight gate to route pharmaceutical vials, using the -S magnet and CS1-M sensor to confirm the diverter position.
Replacing the Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X80-S-U with MBL25X80-S-U
To replace the MAL25X80-S-U, order the MBL25X80-S-U. Confirm your porting is PT tapered G1/8 and that your rear assembly uses the rigid U flat-end cover. Because this SKU has the -S magnet, you must upgrade your legacy CS1-M or DS1-M switches to the CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG family used by the MBL. If you need adjustable air cushioning at the stroke ends, step up to the MBLC variant, as the MAL only offers a fixed rubber bumper.
For sizing flexibility, stepping down to a 20mm bore drops the 0.5MPa push force to 157N, while stepping up to a 32mm bore increases it to 402N. Note that a plain MAL or MBL does not hold its position if air pressure is lost; the rod will drift. Use an external pilot-operated check valve if you need to lock the load. At 80mm stroke, the 10mm diameter rod handles side loads reasonably well, but always ensure rigid U-mount alignment to prevent premature seal wear.
Upgrade checklist
- ✓ Order the MBL25X80-S-U (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-S-U instead of this discontinued model.
Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X80-S-U FAQ
Yes, the MAL series is end-of-life. The exact drop-in replacement is the MBL25X80-S-U, which offers the same 25mm bore, 80mm stroke, 50kgf max force, and G1/8 port. You must swap your older CS1-M or DS1-M sensors for CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG switches, as the MBL uses a riveted rolling-packed body instead of threaded covers.
At 0.5MPa, the push force is 245N and the pull force is 206N. At 0.7MPa, the push force is 343N. The maximum theoretical force is 50kgf at 1.0MPa. It operates at speeds of 30-800mm/s using a fixed rubber bumper.
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