This model is discontinued
AirTAC has phased out the MAL series. The drop-in replacement is MBL25X85U — same bore, stroke, output force, port and mounting, so it fits the same application. Simply order the MBL25X85U 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 MAL25X85U
The AirTAC Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X85U 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 MBL25X85U, which matches its bore, stroke, force and mounting.
- BoreØ25 mm
- Stroke85 mm
- Port sizeG1/8
- Acting typeDouble acting
- Rod threadM10×1.25
- StatusDiscontinued → MBL25X85U
About the Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X85U
The AirTAC MAL25X85U 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 a 20 µm hard-chrome plating to resist wear. The exact drop-in replacement is the MBL25X85U, which matches the 25 mm bore, 85 mm stroke, G1/8 port, and U flat-end back cover perfectly.
This U-cover variant provides a rigid, non-pivoting rear mount, making it ideal for applications requiring strict alignment rather than arcing movement. The legacy MAL body relies on threaded front and back covers, whereas the modern MBL upgrade features a riveted rolling-packed body for enhanced structural integrity. Because this specific SKU lacks the -S magnet option, it cannot accommodate a position sensor; if detection is needed, the MBL25X85U requires adding the S code to use current CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG switches instead of the older CS1-M/DS1-M family.
Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X85U Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X85U |
|---|---|
| Series | MAL aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder (discontinued) |
| Replacement | MBL25X85U |
| 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 MBL25X85U 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 MBL25X85U 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 MAL25X85U
| 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 MAL25X85U Is Used
PCB conveyor diverter
Pushes lightweight printed circuit board trays sideways at 245 N force, fitting into tight 25 mm bore machinery frames.
Pick-and-place gripper
Actuates small electronic component grippers where the 85 mm stroke provides precise extension without overtravel.
Carton flap folder
Folds lightweight packaging flaps on automated lines, utilizing the compact U flat-end rear cover for rigid mounting.
Replacing the Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X85U with MBL25X85U
To replace the MAL25X85U, order the MBL25X85U and confirm the 25 mm bore, 85 mm stroke, PT standard thread, and U flat-end back cover. If your application needs less force, step down to the 20 mm bore (157 N push at 0.5 MPa); if you need more power, step up to the 32 mm bore (402 N push at 0.5 MPa). The fixed rubber bumper softens end-of-stroke impacts, but for adjustable air cushioning, you must switch to the MBLC line. Remember that this cylinder cannot hold a load when air pressure is lost—the rod will drift. At 85 mm stroke, side-load stress on the 10 mm rod is minimal, but always ensure rigid mounting to prevent premature seal wear.
Upgrade checklist
- ✓ Order the MBL25X85U (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 MBL25X85U instead of this discontinued model.
Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X85U FAQ
Yes, the AirTAC MAL25X85U is discontinued. The exact drop-in replacement is the MBL25X85U, offering identical 25 mm bore, 85 mm stroke, 245 N push force at 0.5 MPa, G1/8 port, and U flat-end mounting.
The 25 mm bore generates 245 N push and 206 N pull at 0.5 MPa, 343 N push at 0.7 MPa, and a maximum theoretical force of 50 kgf at 1.0 MPa. It features a G1/8 port and a Ø10 mm rod with an M10x1.25 thread.
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