This model is discontinued
AirTAC has phased out the MAL series. The drop-in replacement is MBL25X80UH — same bore, stroke, output force, port and mounting, so it fits the same application. Simply order the MBL25X80UH 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 MAL25X80UH
The AirTAC Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X80UH 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 MBL25X80UH, which matches its bore, stroke, force and mounting.
- BoreØ25 mm
- Stroke80 mm
- Port sizeG1/8
- Acting typeDouble acting
- Rod threadM10×1.25
- StatusDiscontinued → MBL25X80UH
About the Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X80UH
The AirTAC MAL25X80UH is a discontinued double-acting aluminum mini round cylinder with an 80mm stroke. It delivers 245N of push force and 206N of pull force at 0.5MPa, making it suitable for compact actuation. The exact drop-in replacement is the MBL25X80UH, which matches the bore, stroke, force, and G1/8 port size.
This legacy unit features a U flat-end back cover for rigid mounting and a fixed rubber bumper. Because this specific SKU lacks the -S magnet, it cannot accommodate a position sensor. The original MAL body uses threaded front and rear covers, whereas the modern MBL replacement features a riveted rolling-packed body for equivalent durability.
Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X80UH Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X80UH |
|---|---|
| Series | MAL aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder (discontinued) |
| Replacement | MBL25X80UH |
| 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 MBL25X80UH 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 MBL25X80UH 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 MAL25X80UH
| 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 MAL25X80UH Is Used
PCB Router Gating
Actuates a diverter arm on a conveyor routing bare printed circuit boards, utilizing the 245N push force to pivot lightweight aluminum guides at 80mm stroke.
Connector Seating Press
Tamps ribbon-cable IDC headers onto daughterboards, applying a controlled 206N pull force within a tight electronics assembly fixture.
Blister Pack Indexer
Pushes a pharmaceutical blister pack forward by 80mm into a sealing station, fitting neatly between the forming roller and the feed rails.
Replacing the Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X80UH with MBL25X80UH
To replace the MAL25X80UH, order the MBL25X80UH and confirm your G1/8 port and PT thread form. This U flat-end cover provides a rigid rear mount, so ensure your housing handles fixed alignment. Since this SKU has no -S magnet, it cannot support a sensor; if you need position detection, order an MBL with -S and note that the switch family changes from the legacy CS1-M/DS1-M to the current CMSG/DMSG/EMSG series.
If you need to step down for a lighter task, the 20mm bore offers 157N push at 0.5MPa. If you need more force, the 32mm bore provides 402N push at 0.5MPa. The fixed rubber bumper softens end-of-stroke impacts but does not lock the rod; if you need to hold a load vertically without air, use an external rod lock or pilot-operated check valve. For adjustable cushioning, look at the MBLC variant on the current line.
Upgrade checklist
- ✓ Order the MBL25X80UH (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 MBL25X80UH instead of this discontinued model.
Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X80UH FAQ
Yes, the MAL series is end-of-life. The exact drop-in replacement is the MBL25X80UH, offering the same 25mm bore, 80mm stroke, force, G1/8 port, and U flat-end mounting. The MBL upgrades the body to a riveted rolling-packed design from the original threaded covers.
At 0.5MPa it provides 245N push and 206N pull; at 0.7MPa it provides 343N push, with a theoretical maximum of 50kgf at 1.0MPa. Because this specific SKU lacks the -S magnet, it cannot accept a position sensor.
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