This model is discontinued
AirTAC has phased out the MAL series. The drop-in replacement is MBL25X90SCM — same bore, stroke, output force, port and mounting, so it fits the same application. Simply order the MBL25X90SCM 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 MAL25X90SCM
The AirTAC Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X90SCM is a double-acting aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder with a Ø25mm bore and 90mm stroke, G1/8 air ports and a fixed rubber bumper. This model is discontinued — the drop-in replacement is the MBL25X90SCM, which matches its bore, stroke, force and mounting.
- BoreØ25 mm
- Stroke90 mm
- Port sizeG1/8
- Acting typeDouble acting
- Rod threadM10×1.25
- StatusDiscontinued → MBL25X90SCM
About the Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X90SCM
The AirTAC MAL25X90SCM is a discontinued compact double-acting aluminum mini round cylinder delivering 245 N of push force at 0.5 MPa. Featuring a 25 mm bore, 90 mm stroke, and a CM round-end back cover, it is engineered for tight spaces. AirTAC replaced this legacy unit with the MBL25X90SCM, a drop-in alternative retaining the exact same bore, stroke, output force, G1/8 port, and mounting interface. The original MAL body relied on threaded front and back covers, whereas the modern MBL utilizes a riveted rolling-packed body for equally robust performance.
This specific SKU includes a built-in magnet (-S) for position detection. On the MAL, this magnet pairs with the older CS1-M or DS1-M reed switches; upgrading to the MBL25X90SCM requires migrating to the current CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG sensor families. Inside, a heterogeneous two-way seal retains grease for long-term friction reduction, while the Ø10 mm carbon-steel rod features 20 um hard-chrome plating to resist scuffing. The cylinder relies on a fixed rubber bumper to soften end-of-stroke impacts, meaning it cannot hold a load if air pressure drops.
Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X90SCM Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X90SCM |
|---|---|
| Series | MAL aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder (discontinued) |
| Replacement | MBL25X90SCM |
| Bore size | Ø25 mm |
| Stroke | 90 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 MBL25X90SCM 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 MBL25X90SCM 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 MAL25X90SCM
| MAL | Aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder, double acting (discontinued). |
|---|---|
| 25 | Bore size in mm (20/25/32/40). |
| ×90 | 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 MAL25X90SCM Is Used
PCB Depaneling Saw Gate
Actuates a small pneumatic gate that routes singulated circuit boards after routing, utilizing the 245 N push force and 90 mm stroke to clear the blade path quickly.
Pharmacy Carousel Pusher
Ejects small medication boxes from a vertical dispensing carousel, where the compact CM round-end back cover tucks neatly into the machine's tight corner clearance.
Connector Pin Insertion
Drives a lightweight pneumatic pick-and-place head to seat electronic header pins, relying on the -S magnet and CS1-M switch to verify the 90 mm insertion depth.
Replacing the Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X90SCM with MBL25X90SCM
To replace the MAL25X90SCM, order the MBL25X90SCM. Confirm your 90 mm stroke, G1/8 port, and default PT tapered thread. The CM round-end back cover on this unit provides a smooth, radiused profile ideal for compact linkages where a flat or clevis mount will not fit. Because this SKU has the -S magnet, you must swap your legacy CS1-M or DS1-M switches for CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG sensors on the new MBL. If your application requires adjustable end-cushioning rather than the standard fixed rubber bumper, step up to the current-line MBLC variant.
For sizing flexibility, stepping down to a 20 mm bore drops the push force to 157 N at 0.5 MPa, while stepping up to a 32 mm bore increases it to 402 N. Since this is a 90 mm stroke, side-load tolerance remains manageable, but the small Ø10 mm rod still demands alignment. Never rely on the bumper to hold a load vertically; install an external pilot-operated check valve or rod lock if position retention is required upon air loss.
Upgrade checklist
- ✓ Order the MBL25X90SCM (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 MBL25X90SCM instead of this discontinued model.
Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X90SCM FAQ
Yes, the MAL25X90SCM is discontinued. The exact drop-in replacement is the AirTAC MBL25X90SCM. It matches the 25 mm bore, 90 mm stroke, 245 N force, G1/8 port, and CM mounting. You must upgrade your position sensors, as the MAL -S magnet uses legacy CS1-M/DS1-M switches while the MBL requires CMSG/DMSG/EMSG models.
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 uses a Ø10 mm carbon-steel rod with an M10x1.25 rod-end thread and operates at speeds of 30-800 mm/s.
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