This model is discontinued
AirTAC has phased out the MAL series. The drop-in replacement is MBLD20X210 — same bore, stroke, output force, port and mounting, so it fits the same application. Simply order the MBLD20X210 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 MALD20X210
The AirTAC Airtac MALD Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MALD20X210 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 MBLD20X210, matching bore, stroke, force and mounting.
- BoreØ20 mm
- Stroke210 mm
- Port sizeG1/8
- Acting typeDouble acting, double rod
- Rod threadM8×1.25
- StatusDiscontinued → MBLD20X210
About the Airtac MALD Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MALD20X210
The AirTAC MALD20X210 is a discontinued double-acting, double-rod mini cylinder. A rod exits both ends of the 20 mm bore, producing exactly 132 N of force in both directions at 0.5 MPa. The direct drop-in replacement is the MBLD20X210, which matches the 210 mm stroke, G1/8 port, and mounting.
This twin-rod layout doubles the bearing area to resist side loads and prevents rod rotation, allowing a rear-mounted flag or cam. The MALD uses threaded covers and a fixed rubber bumper, whereas the newer MBLD features a riveted rolling-packed body. This specific SKU lacks the -S magnet option, so it cannot accept CS1-M or DS1-M position sensors.
Airtac MALD Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MALD20X210 Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MALD Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MALD20X210 |
|---|---|
| Series | MALD double-rod mini cylinder (discontinued) |
| Replacement | MBLD20X210 |
| Bore size | Ø20 mm |
| Stroke | 210 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 MBLD20X210 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 MBLD20X210 matches these values.
Model Code: Airtac MALD Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MALD20X210
| MALD | Double-rod aluminum mini cylinder, double acting (discontinued). |
|---|---|
| 20 | Bore size in mm (20/25/32/40). |
| ×210 | 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 MALD20X210 Is Used
PCB Depaneling Saw
Drives a synchronized blade carriage on an electronics assembly line. The twin rods prevent rotational drift during the 210 mm cut, while the 132 N equal force ensures steady feed in both directions.
Textile Loom Guide
Shifts a yarn guide back and forth across a weaving beam. The double-rod design mounts a rear cam to trigger pneumatic valves, operating reliably without needing a position sensor.
Pharmaceutical Tray Loader
Pushes empty blister trays into a filling nest. The fixed rubber bumper softens the end-of-stroke impact to protect lightweight plastic trays without requiring adjustable cushioning.
Replacing the Airtac MALD Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MALD20X210 with MBLD20X210
To replace the MALD20X210, specify the MBLD20X210. Confirm the 20 mm bore, 210 mm stroke, M8x1.25 rod-end thread, PT G1/8 port, and FA or LB mounting (there is no back-cover or SDB option). Because this SKU has no -S magnet, it cannot support a position sensor; if you need sensing on the MBLD upgrade, you must specify the -S option to use CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG switches.
Size using the equal-both-ways force: this 20 mm bore yields 132 N each way at 0.5 MPa. If you need less force, there is no smaller bore in this series. If you need more power, step up to the 25 mm bore, which provides 206 N at 0.5 MPa. At 210 mm of stroke, ensure your guide supports the extended rod to prevent binding, as the twin rods carry the load but long extensions amplify leverage on the bearings.
Upgrade checklist
- ✓ Order the MBLD20X210 (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 MBLD20X210 instead of this discontinued model.
Airtac MALD Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MALD20X210 FAQ
Yes, the MALD20X210 is discontinued. The exact drop-in replacement is the MBLD20X210, which matches the 20 mm bore, 210 mm stroke, and G1/8 port. The MBLD upgrades the construction with a riveted rolling-packed body instead of threaded covers.
Force is equal both ways: 132 N at 0.5 MPa, 185 N at 0.7 MPa, and a maximum of 27 kgf at 1.0 MPa. This specific MALD20X210 SKU lacks the -S magnet, so it cannot accept CS1-M or DS1-M position sensors; the MBLD replacement requires the -S option to use CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG switches.
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