This model is discontinued
AirTAC has phased out the MAL series. The drop-in replacement is MBL25X900-CA — same bore, stroke, output force, port and mounting, so it fits the same application. Simply order the MBL25X900-CA 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 MAL25X900-CA
The AirTAC Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X900-CA is a double-acting aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder with a Ø25mm bore and 900mm stroke, G1/8 air ports and a fixed rubber bumper. This model is discontinued — the drop-in replacement is the MBL25X900-CA, which matches its bore, stroke, force and mounting.
- BoreØ25 mm
- Stroke900 mm
- Port sizeG1/8
- Acting typeDouble acting
- Rod threadM10×1.25
- StatusDiscontinued → MBL25X900-CA
About the Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X900-CA
The AirTAC MAL25X900-CA is a discontinued double-acting aluminum mini round cylinder with a 25mm bore and a 900mm stroke. Because 900mm exceeds the 500mm standard maximum, this is a made-to-order non-standard stroke. It delivers 245N of push force and 206N of pull force at 0.5 MPa, using a G1/8 port and an M10x1.25 rod-end thread. AirTAC's direct drop-in replacement is the MBL25X900-CA, which matches the bore, stroke, output force, port size, and CA mounting exactly.
This legacy unit features a CA pivot clevis back cover designed to swing on a pin and absorb arcing loads, which is critical for a 900mm stroke. Because this SKU lacks the -S magnet, it cannot accept a position sensor. The original MAL body used threaded front and back covers, whereas the modern MBL replacement features a riveted rolling-packed body for greater structural integrity. Both generations use a fixed rubber bumper rather than an adjustable cushion.
Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X900-CA Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X900-CA |
|---|---|
| Series | MAL aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder (discontinued) |
| Replacement | MBL25X900-CA |
| Bore size | Ø25 mm |
| Stroke | 900 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 MBL25X900-CA 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 MBL25X900-CA 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 MAL25X900-CA
| MAL | Aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder, double acting (discontinued). |
|---|---|
| 25 | Bore size in mm (20/25/32/40). |
| ×900 | 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 MAL25X900-CA Is Used
Long-Reach Pallet Pusher
Uses the 900mm stroke and 245N push at 0.5 MPa to deflect packages off a conveyor line, where the CA pivot absorbs the angular momentum of the extended rod.
Textile Yarn Guide
Traverses a 900mm path to guide yarn threads across a winding drum, relying on the lightweight aluminum body to minimize moving mass on the loom.
Automated Door Actuator
Opens and closes lightweight sliding machine guard doors over a 900mm span, using the CA pivot mount to prevent binding on the track.
Replacing the Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X900-CA with MBL25X900-CA
To replace the MAL25X900-CA, order the MBL25X900-CA. Confirm your G1/8 port, PT tapered thread, and CA pivot back cover. Since this SKU has no -S magnet, it cannot support a sensor; if you need position feedback, step up to an MBL25X900-S-CA and note that the modern MBL uses CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG switches instead of the legacy CS1-M or DS1-M. If your load requires end-of-stroke deceleration, the fixed rubber bumper on this cylinder is insufficient, so look at the current MBLC line for an adjustable air cushion.
For sizing flexibility, stepping down to a 20mm bore yields 157N push at 0.5 MPa, while stepping up to a 32mm bore provides 402N push. At 900mm, the 10mm rod has very low side-load tolerance; you must use an external guide rail or rely entirely on the CA clevis to prevent rod bending. This cylinder will not hold a load if air pressure drops, so fit an external pilot-operated check valve if drifting is unacceptable.
Upgrade checklist
- ✓ Order the MBL25X900-CA (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 MBL25X900-CA instead of this discontinued model.
Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X900-CA FAQ
Yes, the MAL25X900-CA is discontinued. The exact drop-in replacement is the MBL25X900-CA, which offers the same 25mm bore, 900mm stroke, CA pivot mount, G1/8 port, and output force. The MBL upgrades the body to a riveted rolling-packed design from the original threaded covers.
The 25mm bore provides 245N push and 206N pull at 0.5 MPa, 343N push at 0.7 MPa, and a maximum theoretical force of 50kgf at 1.0 MPa. Because this specific SKU lacks the -S magnet, it cannot accept a position sensor; you would need an MBL25X900-S-CA to use modern CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG switches.
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