This model is discontinued
AirTAC has phased out the MAL series. The drop-in replacement is MBL25X85SCA — same bore, stroke, output force, port and mounting, so it fits the same application. Simply order the MBL25X85SCA 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 MAL25X85SCA
The AirTAC Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X85SCA is a double-acting aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder with a Ø25mm bore and 85mm stroke, G1/8 air ports and a fixed rubber bumper. This model is discontinued — the drop-in replacement is the MBL25X85SCA, which matches its bore, stroke, force and mounting.
- BoreØ25 mm
- Stroke85 mm
- Port sizeG1/8
- Acting typeDouble acting
- Rod threadM10×1.25
- StatusDiscontinued → MBL25X85SCA
About the Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X85SCA
The AirTAC MAL25X85SCA is a discontinued double-acting aluminum mini round cylinder with an 85mm stroke and 25mm bore, delivering 245N of push force at 0.5MPa. The exact drop-in replacement is the MBL25X85SCA, matching the original bore, stroke, output force, G1/8 port, and CA pivot mounting for seamless integration.
This legacy SKU includes a built-in magnet (-S) for position sensing and a CA pivot clevis back cover that swings on a pin to accommodate arcing loads. The original MAL features threaded front and back covers, whereas the modern MBL utilizes a riveted rolling-packed body. Furthermore, the -S magnet on this MAL pairs with older CS1-M or DS1-M reed switches; upgrading to the MBL requires migrating to current CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG electronic sensors.
Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X85SCA Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X85SCA |
|---|---|
| Series | MAL aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder (discontinued) |
| Replacement | MBL25X85SCA |
| Bore size | Ø25 mm |
| Stroke | 85 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 MBL25X85SCA 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 MBL25X85SCA 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 MAL25X85SCA
| MAL | Aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder, double acting (discontinued). |
|---|---|
| 25 | Bore size in mm (20/25/32/40). |
| ×85 | 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 MAL25X85SCA Is Used
Textile Loom Tensioning
Provides 245N of push force at 0.5MPa to maintain tension on textile guide arms, utilizing the CA pivot to absorb the lateral yarn-guide weave motion.
Packaging Diverter Arm
Drives an 85mm stroke to push small cardboard cartons onto a secondary packaging belt, where the CA clevis prevents binding during the angled transfer.
Pneumatic Gate Actuation
Shifts lightweight flow-control gates in grain processing equipment, with the -S magnet triggering a CS1-M reed switch to confirm gate closure.
Replacing the Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X85SCA with MBL25X85SCA
To replace the MAL25X85SCA, order the MBL25X85SCA and verify your existing PT threaded G1/8 air connections. The CA pivot back cover on this unit allows the cylinder body to swing on a pin, which is essential for absorbing angular motion during the stroke. If your application requires a rigid mount, you would instead select a flat-end U or round-end CM cover variant.
For sizing flexibility, stepping down to a 20mm bore drops the push force to 157N at 0.5MPa, while stepping up to a 32mm bore increases it to 402N. The fixed rubber bumper on this MAL softens end-of-stroke impacts but does not lock the rod; if power drops, the load drifts, requiring an external rod lock for position holding. If your machinery needs precise end-of-stroke deceleration, the current MBLC variant offers an adjustable air cushion the MAL never had. At 85mm, side-load stress is minimal, but the 10mm carbon-steel rod still has low side-load tolerance, so keep the pivot pin perfectly aligned.
Upgrade checklist
- ✓ Order the MBL25X85SCA (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 MBL25X85SCA instead of this discontinued model.
Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X85SCA FAQ
Yes, the MAL25X85SCA is discontinued. The exact drop-in replacement is the MBL25X85SCA, which matches the 25mm bore, 85mm stroke, CA pivot mounting, and G1/8 port. You must upgrade your sensors because the MAL -S magnet uses older CS1-M/DS1-M switches, while the MBL uses CMSG/DMSG/EMSG models.
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 maximum theoretical force is 50 kgf at 1.0MPa. It uses a fixed rubber bumper, not an adjustable cushion.
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