This model is discontinued
AirTAC has phased out the MAL series. The drop-in replacement is MBL25X85SCAFA — same bore, stroke, output force, port and mounting, so it fits the same application. Simply order the MBL25X85SCAFA 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 MAL25X85SCAFA
The AirTAC Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X85SCAFA 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 MBL25X85SCAFA, which matches its bore, stroke, force and mounting.
- BoreØ25 mm
- Stroke85 mm
- Port sizeG1/8
- Acting typeDouble acting
- Rod threadM10×1.25
- StatusDiscontinued → MBL25X85SCAFA
About the Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X85SCAFA
The AirTAC MAL25X85SCAFA is a discontinued double-acting aluminum mini round cylinder engineered for compact spaces. Delivering 245 N of push force and 206 N of pull force at 0.5 MPa, it uses a Ø10 mm carbon-steel rod with 20 um hard chrome plating to resist premature wear. The exact drop-in replacement is the MBL25X85SCAFA, which matches the original 25 mm bore, 85 mm stroke, G1/8 port, FA flange mount, and CA pivot back cover perfectly.
This specific SKU includes a built-in magnet (-S) for position detection, originally designed for CS1-M or DS1-M reed switches. When upgrading to the MBL25X85SCAFA, the sensor family must change to the current CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG series. Additionally, the legacy MAL body uses threaded front and back covers, whereas the modern MBL features a riveted rolling-packed body for enhanced structural integrity. The internal piston relies on a heterogeneous two-way seal that retains grease, paired with a self-lubricating front-cover bearing guide.
Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X85SCAFA Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X85SCAFA |
|---|---|
| Series | MAL aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder (discontinued) |
| Replacement | MBL25X85SCAFA |
| 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 MBL25X85SCAFA 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 MBL25X85SCAFA 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 MAL25X85SCAFA
| 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 MAL25X85SCAFA Is Used
Divert Gate Actuation
Drives a lightweight pneumatic divert gate on a packaging conveyor, using the 245 N push force at 0.5 MPa to shift small cardboard cartons between sorting lanes.
PCB Test Fixture
Moves a testing probe head into position over printed circuit boards, relying on the 85 mm stroke and the -S magnet to trigger a CS1-M sensor for precise depth confirmation.
Carton Flap Folder
Folds minor carton flaps during case erecting, where the FA flange mount provides a rigid structural anchor and the CA pivot back cover accommodates minor mechanical misalignment.
Replacing the Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X85SCAFA with MBL25X85SCAFA
To replace the MAL25X85SCAFA, order the MBL25X85SCAFA to retain the identical 85 mm stroke, FA flange mounting, CA pivot back cover, and PT thread. Because this SKU includes the -S magnet, you must update your position sensing from the older CS1-M/DS1-M switches to the modern CMSG/DMSG/EMSG switches. The G1/8 port and M10x1.25 rod-end thread remain unchanged.
For sizing flexibility, stepping down to the 20 mm bore yields 157 N push force at 0.5 MPa, while stepping up to the 32 mm bore provides 402 N push force. Note that the MAL uses a fixed rubber bumper, not an adjustable cushion; if end-of-stroke deceleration is critical, step up to the MBLC series on the current line. Furthermore, a plain cylinder does not hold its load when air is lost—the rod will drift. For suspended loads, install an external rod lock or a pilot-operated check valve. With an 85 mm stroke, side-load tolerance is manageable, but the 10 mm rod still has low bending resistance; rely on the CA pivot to absorb arcing motion rather than rigidly constraining it.
Upgrade checklist
- ✓ Order the MBL25X85SCAFA (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 MBL25X85SCAFA instead of this discontinued model.
Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X85SCAFA FAQ
Yes, the AirTAC MAL25X85SCAFA is discontinued. The exact drop-in replacement is the MBL25X85SCAFA, which matches the 25 mm bore, 85 mm stroke, G1/8 port, FA flange mount, and CA pivot back cover. You will need to update your sensors from the legacy CS1-M/DS1-M to the modern CMSG/DMSG/EMSG series.
At 0.5 MPa, the push force is 245 N and the pull force is 206 N. At 0.7 MPa, the push force is 343 N. The maximum theoretical force is 50 kgf at 1.0 MPa. It operates at speeds of 30-800 mm/s and uses a fixed rubber bumper, not an adjustable cushion.
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