This model is discontinued
AirTAC has phased out the MAL series. The drop-in replacement is MBL25X950-S-CA — same bore, stroke, output force, port and mounting, so it fits the same application. Simply order the MBL25X950-S-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 MAL25X950-S-CA
The AirTAC Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X950-S-CA is a double-acting aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder with a Ø25mm bore and 950mm stroke, G1/8 air ports and a fixed rubber bumper. This model is discontinued — the drop-in replacement is the MBL25X950-S-CA, which matches its bore, stroke, force and mounting.
- BoreØ25 mm
- Stroke950 mm
- Port sizeG1/8
- Acting typeDouble acting
- Rod threadM10×1.25
- StatusDiscontinued → MBL25X950-S-CA
About the Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X950-S-CA
The AirTAC MAL25X950-S-CA is a discontinued double-acting aluminum mini round cylinder with a 25mm bore and a 950mm made-to-order stroke. It delivers 245N push and 206N pull at 0.5MPa, reaching 343N push at 0.7MPa. The direct drop-in replacement is the MBL25X950-S-CA, which matches the bore, stroke, force, G1/8 port, and CA pivot mounting exactly.
This legacy unit features a built-in magnet (-S) compatible with older CS1-M and DS1-M reed switches, whereas the modern MBL replacement uses current CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG sensors. The original MAL body uses threaded front and back covers, while the updated MBL utilizes a riveted rolling-packed body. A 950mm stroke on a 10mm rod demands careful alignment; the CA pivot back cover allows the cylinder to swing on a pin to absorb arcing side-loads, preventing rod binding.
Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X950-S-CA Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X950-S-CA |
|---|---|
| Series | MAL aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder (discontinued) |
| Replacement | MBL25X950-S-CA |
| Bore size | Ø25 mm |
| Stroke | 950 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 MBL25X950-S-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 MBL25X950-S-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 MAL25X950-S-CA
| MAL | Aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder, double acting (discontinued). |
|---|---|
| 25 | Bore size in mm (20/25/32/40). |
| ×950 | 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 MAL25X950-S-CA Is Used
Textile Loom Thread Guide
Actuates a traversing thread guide over a 950mm weaving width, using the CA pivot to accommodate the slight arc of the long rod extension while providing 245N of push force at 0.5MPa.
Packaging Line Pusher
Pushes cartons across a wide sorting lane; the 950mm stroke reaches across the belt, while the fixed rubber bumper softens the rapid end-of-stroke impacts during 30-800mm/s cycling.
Vertical Parts Elevator
Lifts light plastic totes between floor levels in a compact assembly cell, relying on the 50kgf maximum theoretical force and an external guide to prevent the 10mm rod from bending.
Replacing the Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X950-S-CA with MBL25X950-S-CA
To replace the MAL25X950-S-CA, order the MBL25X950-S-CA. Verify your porting (PT tapered standard), the M10x1.25 rod-end thread, and the CA clevis pivot. Because the -S magnet is present, plan to upgrade your existing CS1-M or DS1-M switches to CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG models for the new MBL body. If you need adjustable air cushioning at the stroke ends—which the fixed rubber bumper on this MAL lacks—step up to the MBLC version on the current line.
For sizing flexibility, stepping down to a 20mm bore yields 157N push at 0.5MPa, while stepping up to a 32mm bore provides 402N push at 0.5MPa. At 950mm, side-load stress on the 10mm rod is extreme; an external guide rail is strongly recommended alongside the CA pivot to prevent premature seal wear. Remember that a plain cylinder does not hold its load when air is lost—the rod will drift, so add an external rod lock or pilot-operated check valve if position holding is critical.
Upgrade checklist
- ✓ Order the MBL25X950-S-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 MBL25X950-S-CA instead of this discontinued model.
Airtac MAL25 Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MAL25X950-S-CA FAQ
Yes, the MAL25X950-S-CA is discontinued. The exact drop-in replacement is the MBL25X950-S-CA, which matches the 25mm bore, 950mm stroke, G1/8 port, CA pivot mounting, and output force. You must upgrade your sensors: the MAL -S magnet works with CS1-M/DS1-M switches, while the MBL uses CMSG/DMSG/EMSG sensors.
At 0.5MPa, the push force is 245N and the pull force is 206N. At 0.7MPa, the push force is 343N. The maximum theoretical force is 50kgf at 1.0MPa. Note that the 950mm stroke is a non-standard, made-to-order length exceeding the 500mm standard maximum.
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