This model is discontinued
AirTAC has phased out the MAL series. The drop-in replacement is MBLD20X160 — same bore, stroke, output force, port and mounting, so it fits the same application. Simply order the MBLD20X160 in place of this model. The MBLD replacement upgrades to a riveted rolling-packed body and CMSG / DMSG / EMSG sensors (the MAL used CS1-M / DS1-M).
Airtac MALD Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MALD20X160
The AirTAC Airtac MALD Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MALD20X160 is a double-acting, double-rod aluminum mini cylinder: a rod exits both ends of the Ø20mm bore, so push and pull force are equal. This model is discontinued — the drop-in replacement is the MBLD20X160, matching bore, stroke, force and mounting.
- BoreØ20 mm
- Stroke160 mm
- Port sizeG1/8
- Acting typeDouble acting, double rod
- Rod threadM8×1.25
- StatusDiscontinued → MBLD20X160
About the Airtac MALD Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MALD20X160
The AirTAC MALD20X160 is a discontinued double-acting, double-rod mini cylinder delivering 132 N of equal force in both directions at 0.5 MPa. The exact drop-in replacement is the MBLD20X160, matching the 20 mm bore, 160 mm stroke, G1/8 port, and mounting footprint.
This twin-rod design resists rotation and doubles the bearing area for guided sliding tasks. Because this specific SKU lacks the -S magnet code, it cannot accept a position sensor. Note the upgrade path: the legacy MALD uses threaded covers and CS1-M/DS1-M switches, whereas the MBLD replacement features a riveted rolling-packed body and CMSG/DMSG/EMSG sensors.
Airtac MALD Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MALD20X160 Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MALD Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MALD20X160 |
|---|---|
| Series | MALD double-rod mini cylinder (discontinued) |
| Replacement | MBLD20X160 |
| Bore size | Ø20 mm |
| Stroke | 160 mm |
| Acting type | Double acting, double rod |
| Port size | G1/8 |
| Rod thread | M8×1.25 |
| 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 300 mm |
Double-rod types have no back-cover code and no SDB pivot; mount on the body, LB foot or FA flange. The MBLD20X160 carries the same ratings.
Output Force — Equal Both Ways (Ø20mm)
| Pressure | Push force | Pull force |
|---|---|---|
| 0.5 MPa | 132 N | 132 N |
| 0.7 MPa | 185 N | 185 N |
| Max (@1.0 MPa) | 27 kgf | |
A rod exits both ends, so the effective area — and force — is equal in both directions. The MBLD20X160 matches these values.
Model Code: Airtac MALD Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MALD20X160
| MALD | Double-rod aluminum mini cylinder, double acting (discontinued). |
|---|---|
| 20 | Bore size in mm (20/25/32/40). |
| ×160 | Stroke length in mm. |
| S | Optional magnet for a CS1-M / DS1-M sensor (MBLD uses CMSG/DMSG/EMSG). |
Replacement: MALD → MBLD. No back-cover (CA/U/CM) and no SDB on double-rod. Mounting: LB / FA.
Where the Airtac MALD Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MALD20X160 Is Used
PCB Depaneling Saw
Uses the twin rods' anti-rotation resistance to hold a saw blade carriage steady, applying 132 N of equal force for smooth cutting and retraction.
Label Applicator Platen
Drives a dual-sided pickup head where the rear rod carries a mechanical flag, relying on the 20 mm bore's 185 N at 0.7 MPa for crisp label placement.
Small Part Ejector Chute
Pushes molded plastic parts out of a die using both rods simultaneously, absorbing end-of-stroke impact through the fixed rubber bumper without rotating the tool.
Replacing the Airtac MALD Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MALD20X160 with MBLD20X160
To replace the MALD20X160 with the MBLD20X160, confirm the 20 mm bore, 160 mm stroke, PT G1/8 port, and M8x1.25 rod-end thread. Mount directly on the body, or use FA flange or LB foot brackets, as there is no back-cover or SDB option. Size your application using the equal push and pull force. If you need less force, step down to the MALD15X160 (confirm from datasheet); if you need more, step up to the 25 mm bore, which provides 206 N at 0.5 MPa. At 160 mm stroke, ensure your load is guided to prevent side-loading on the 8 mm rods.
Upgrade checklist
- ✓ Order the MBLD20X160 (same bore/stroke/force)
- ✓ Force equal both ways (132 N at 0.5 MPa)
- ✓ Twin rods for anti-rotation / rear flag
- ✓ No back cover / SDB — plan a body or FA/LB mount
- ✓ Sensor: swap CS1-M/DS1-M → CMSG/DMSG/EMSG
Installation & Maintenance Notes
- check Use clean air filtered to 40µm or finer.
- check Keep within 0.1 – 1.0 MPa operating pressure.
- check Protect both rod ends from side load on long strokes.
- check No back-cover / SDB on double-rod — use body / FA / LB.
- check Front/rear covers are threaded — not for field disassembly.
- check For new builds, specify the MBLD20X160 instead of this discontinued model.
Airtac MALD Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MALD20X160 FAQ
Yes, the MALD20X160 is discontinued. The exact drop-in replacement is the MBLD20X160, which matches the 20 mm bore, 160 mm stroke, G1/8 port, and mounting dimensions. The MBLD upgrades the construction with a riveted rolling-packed body instead of threaded covers.
Because it is a double-rod cylinder, push and pull forces are equal: 132 N at 0.5 MPa, 185 N at 0.7 MPa, and a maximum of 27 kgf at 1.0 MPa. This specific MALD20X160 SKU lacks the -S magnet, so it cannot accept a position sensor; the MBLD20X160-S replacement uses CMSG/DMSG/EMSG switches.
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