This model is discontinued
AirTAC has phased out the MAL series. The drop-in replacement is MBLD25X10 — same bore, stroke, output force, port and mounting, so it fits the same application. Simply order the MBLD25X10 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 MALD25X10
The AirTAC Airtac MALD Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MALD25X10 is a double-acting, double-rod aluminum mini cylinder: a rod exits both ends of the Ø25mm bore, so push and pull force are equal. This model is discontinued — the drop-in replacement is the MBLD25X10, matching bore, stroke, force and mounting.
- BoreØ25 mm
- Stroke10 mm
- Port sizeG1/8
- Acting typeDouble acting, double rod
- Rod threadM10×1.25
- StatusDiscontinued → MBLD25X10
About the Airtac MALD Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MALD25X10
The AirTAC MALD25X10 is a discontinued double-acting, double-rod mini cylinder with a 10 mm stroke and 25 mm bore. It delivers 206 N of force in both directions at 0.5 MPa because the twin rods make the annulus area identical on each side. The exact drop-in replacement is the MBLD25X10, matching the stroke, port, and mounting.
This unit features a fixed rubber bumper rather than an adjustable cushion, and its threaded covers differ from the riveted rolling-packed body of the MBLD upgrade. This specific SKU lacks the -S magnet, so it cannot accept CS1-M or DS1-M position sensors. The twin carbon-steel rods with 20 um hard chrome resist rotation and double the bearing load for guided sliding tasks.
Airtac MALD Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MALD25X10 Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MALD Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MALD25X10 |
|---|---|
| Series | MALD double-rod mini cylinder (discontinued) |
| Replacement | MBLD25X10 |
| Bore size | Ø25 mm |
| Stroke | 10 mm |
| Acting type | Double acting, double rod |
| 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 300 mm |
Double-rod types have no back-cover code and no SDB pivot; mount on the body, LB foot or FA flange. The MBLD25X10 carries the same ratings.
Output Force — Equal Both Ways (Ø25mm)
| Pressure | Push force | Pull force |
|---|---|---|
| 0.5 MPa | 206 N | 206 N |
| 0.7 MPa | 289 N | 289 N |
| Max (@1.0 MPa) | 42 kgf | |
A rod exits both ends, so the effective area — and force — is equal in both directions. The MBLD25X10 matches these values.
Model Code: Airtac MALD Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MALD25X10
| MALD | Double-rod aluminum mini cylinder, double acting (discontinued). |
|---|---|
| 25 | Bore size in mm (20/25/32/40). |
| ×10 | 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 MALD25X10 Is Used
PCB Edge Connector Seating
Uses the 206 N equal force to press electronic connectors evenly without rotating the fixture, leveraging the short 10 mm stroke for rapid cycling.
Pneumatic Pick-and-Place Gripper
The twin rods provide anti-rotation stability for vertical part transfer, while the rear rod acts as a mechanical cam to trigger a downstream valve.
Small Component Ejection
Ideal for pushing molded plastic parts out of a die, where the double-rod design doubles the bearing surface to handle the lateral load of the ejection arm.
Replacing the Airtac MALD Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MALD25X10 with MBLD25X10
To replace the MALD25X10 with the MBLD25X10, confirm the 25 mm bore, 10 mm stroke, G1/8 port, and PT thread. Because this is a non-magnet SKU, you cannot mount a sensor; upgrading to an -S version moves you from the older CS1-M / DS1-M switches to the modern CMSG / DMSG / EMSG family. Mount directly to the body or use FA/LB brackets, as there is no back cover or SDB option.
Size the application on the equal 206 N force at 0.5 MPa. If you need less force, step down to the 20 mm bore providing 132 N. If you need more power, step up to the 32 mm bore delivering 346 N. The 10 mm stroke is extremely short, keeping the overall length compact and minimizing rod side-load deflection.
Upgrade checklist
- ✓ Order the MBLD25X10 (same bore/stroke/force)
- ✓ Force equal both ways (206 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 MBLD25X10 instead of this discontinued model.
Airtac MALD Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MALD25X10 FAQ
Yes, the MALD25X10 is discontinued. The exact drop-in replacement is the MBLD25X10, which matches the 25 mm bore, 10 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: 206 N at 0.5 MPa, 289 N at 0.7 MPa, and a maximum of 42 kgf at 1.0 MPa. It uses a fixed rubber bumper for end-of-stroke impact absorption and does not have adjustable cushioning. This SKU has no -S magnet and cannot accept a position sensor.
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