This model is discontinued
AirTAC has phased out the MAL series. The drop-in replacement is MBL25X850SU — same bore, stroke, output force, port and mounting, so it fits the same application. Simply order the MBL25X850SU 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 MAL25X850SU
The AirTAC Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X850SU is a double-acting aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder with a Ø25mm bore and 850mm stroke, G1/8 air ports and a fixed rubber bumper. This model is discontinued — the drop-in replacement is the MBL25X850SU, which matches its bore, stroke, force and mounting.
- BoreØ25 mm
- Stroke850 mm
- Port sizeG1/8
- Acting typeDouble acting
- Rod threadM10×1.25
- StatusDiscontinued → MBL25X850SU
About the Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X850SU
The AirTAC MAL25X850SU is a discontinued double-acting aluminum mini round cylinder with a 25mm bore and an 850mm stroke. Because this stroke exceeds the 500mm standard limit, it was produced as a non-standard, made-to-order part. It delivers 245N of push force and 206N of pull force at 0.5MPa. AirTAC replaced the MAL series with the MBL line, making the MBL25X850SU the exact drop-in replacement. It shares the same bore, stroke, output force, G1/8 port, and flat-end U back cover.
This SKU includes a built-in magnet (-S) for position sensing. On the legacy MAL, this magnet works with older CS1-M and DS1-M switches, but the MBL replacement transitions to current CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG sensors. The original MAL body uses threaded front and back covers, whereas the upgraded MBL features a riveted rolling-packed body. Both designs rely on a fixed rubber bumper for end-of-stroke damping, which is not an adjustable cushion. If adjustable air cushioning is required for this long stroke, the MBLC variant on the current line offers it.
Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X850SU Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X850SU |
|---|---|
| Series | MAL aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder (discontinued) |
| Replacement | MBL25X850SU |
| Bore size | Ø25 mm |
| Stroke | 850 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 MBL25X850SU 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 MBL25X850SU 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 MAL25X850SU
| MAL | Aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder, double acting (discontinued). |
|---|---|
| 25 | Bore size in mm (20/25/32/40). |
| ×850 | 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 MAL25X850SU Is Used
Textile Spindle Creeling
Drives a creel guide carriage 850mm along a textile spinning frame, using the 245N push force at 0.5MPa to shift yarn spools into position.
Pallet Transfer Pusher
Strokes 850mm to push small pallets from a packaging conveyor to an adjacent labeling station, relying on the U flat-end cover for rigid rear mounting.
Vertical Tray Elevator
Raises small component trays 850mm up a compact storage rack, where the 206N pull force at 0.5MPa safely retracts the 10mm rod under vertical load.
Replacing the Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X850SU with MBL25X850SU
To replace the MAL25X850SU, order the MBL25X850SU, confirming the 25mm bore, 850mm stroke, G1/8 port, PT thread, flat-end U back cover, and magnet are retained. Because an 850mm stroke on a 10mm rod creates a high risk of rod bending under side loads, you must use an external guide rail or a pivot mounting accessory. A plain cylinder does not hold its position when air is lost; the rod drifts, so add an external rod lock or pilot-operated check valve if gravity or load holding is a concern. If the 245N push force at 0.5MPa is too high, step down to the 20mm bore, which provides 157N of push force. If you need more power, step up to the 32mm bore, which provides 402N of push force. If your application requires adjustable cushioning for the long travel, specify the MBLC instead of the standard MBL.
Upgrade checklist
- ✓ Order the MBL25X850SU (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 MBL25X850SU instead of this discontinued model.
Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X850SU FAQ
Yes, the MAL25X850SU is discontinued. The exact drop-in replacement is the MBL25X850SU, which matches the 25mm bore, 850mm stroke, G1/8 port, flat-end U cover, and magnet. The MBL uses a riveted rolling-packed body instead of threaded covers, and its magnet requires current CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG sensors instead of the older CS1-M or DS1-M switches.
At 0.5MPa, the 25mm bore provides 245N of push force and 206N of pull force. At 0.7MPa, the push force is 343N. The theoretical maximum force is 50kgf at 1.0MPa. Note that the 850mm stroke is non-standard and exceeds the 500mm standard maximum.
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