This model is discontinued
AirTAC has phased out the MAL series. The drop-in replacement is MBL25X900SCM — same bore, stroke, output force, port and mounting, so it fits the same application. Simply order the MBL25X900SCM 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 MAL25X900SCM
The AirTAC Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X900SCM 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 MBL25X900SCM, which matches its bore, stroke, force and mounting.
- BoreØ25 mm
- Stroke900 mm
- Port sizeG1/8
- Acting typeDouble acting
- Rod threadM10×1.25
- StatusDiscontinued → MBL25X900SCM
About the Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X900SCM
The AirTAC MAL25X900SCM is a discontinued double-acting aluminum mini round cylinder engineered for compact spaces requiring a 900 mm reach. Delivering 245 N of push force at 0.5 MPa, this non-standard made-to-order stroke exceeds the 500 mm catalog maximum. The exact drop-in replacement is the MBL25X900SCM, matching the bore, stroke, G1/8 port, and CM round-end mounting perfectly.
This legacy unit features a built-in magnet for position detection. The original MAL -S magnet interfaces with older CS1-M or DS1-M reed switches, whereas the modern MBL replacement utilizes current CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG sensors. The classic MAL body utilizes threaded front and back covers, while the updated MBL employs a riveted rolling-packed construction. A heterogeneous two-way seal retains grease for long-term friction reduction, and the 10 mm carbon-steel rod is protected by 20 um hard-chrome plating.
Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X900SCM Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X900SCM |
|---|---|
| Series | MAL aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder (discontinued) |
| Replacement | MBL25X900SCM |
| 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 MBL25X900SCM 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 MBL25X900SCM 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 MAL25X900SCM
| 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 MAL25X900SCM Is Used
PCB Conveyor Diversion
Pushes populated printed circuit boards sideways between inspection lanes over a 900 mm span, utilizing the 245 N push force to overcome guide friction without damaging delicate components.
Textile Bobbin Ejector
Extends fully to eject wound textile bobbins from a winding carriage, where the 206 N pull force reliably retracts the 10 mm rod through the dusty environment aided by the grease-retaining seal.
Foam Cutting Traverser
Moves a cutting head carriage across a 900 mm block of packaging foam, where the CM round-end cover accommodates minor alignment shifts during the extended travel.
Replacing the Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X900SCM with MBL25X900SCM
To replace the MAL25X900SCM, order the MBL25X900SCM. Confirm your PT tapered port thread, the CM round-end back cover, and that your control system transitions from the legacy CS1-M / DS1-M switches to the modern CMSG / DMSG / EMSG sensor family. If adjustable end-cushioning is required to decelerate the rod over this long travel, step up to the MBLC variant, as the MAL only provides a fixed rubber bumper.
When sizing, verify if 245 N push at 0.5 MPa is sufficient. Stepping down to the 20 mm bore yields 157 N, while stepping up to the 32 mm bore provides 402 N. Because the stroke is 900 mm, the 10 mm rod is highly susceptible to bending under lateral stress; an external guide rail or pivot mount is strongly recommended to prevent premature seal failure. Remember that a plain double-acting cylinder drifts when air pressure is lost, so add an external rod lock if the load must be held vertically.
Upgrade checklist
- ✓ Order the MBL25X900SCM (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 MBL25X900SCM instead of this discontinued model.
Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X900SCM FAQ
Yes, the MAL25X900SCM is discontinued. The exact drop-in replacement is the MBL25X900SCM, which matches the 25 mm bore, 900 mm stroke, G1/8 port, and CM round-end mounting. The primary change is structural: the MAL uses threaded covers, while the MBL uses a riveted rolling-packed body.
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, with a theoretical maximum of 50 kgf at 1.0 MPa. Because this model includes the -S magnet, it works with older CS1-M / DS1-M switches; the MBL replacement requires CMSG / DMSG / EMSG sensors.
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