This model is discontinued
AirTAC has phased out the MAL series. The drop-in replacement is MBLD25X225S — same bore, stroke, output force, port and mounting, so it fits the same application. Simply order the MBLD25X225S 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 MALD25X225S
The AirTAC Airtac MALD Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MALD25X225S 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 MBLD25X225S, matching bore, stroke, force and mounting.
- BoreØ25 mm
- Stroke225 mm
- Port sizeG1/8
- Acting typeDouble acting, double rod
- Rod threadM10×1.25
- StatusDiscontinued → MBLD25X225S
About the Airtac MALD Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MALD25X225S
The AirTAC MALD25X225S is a discontinued double-acting, double-rod mini cylinder. A rod exits both ends, yielding equal push and pull force of 206 N each way at 0.5 MPa. The exact drop-in replacement is the MBLD25X225S, matching the 25 mm bore, 225 mm stroke, G1/8 port, and mounting footprint.
This -S SKU includes a magnet for position sensing. The legacy MALD uses CS1-M or DS1-M reed switches, while the MBLD upgrade requires CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG sensors. The original MALD features threaded covers and a fixed rubber bumper, whereas the current MBLD uses a riveted rolling-packed body for higher structural integrity. With no back cover or SDB option, you mount directly via the body or FA/LB brackets.
Airtac MALD Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MALD25X225S Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MALD Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MALD25X225S |
|---|---|
| Series | MALD double-rod mini cylinder (discontinued) |
| Replacement | MBLD25X225S |
| Bore size | Ø25 mm |
| Stroke | 225 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 MBLD25X225S 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 MBLD25X225S matches these values.
Model Code: Airtac MALD Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MALD25X225S
| MALD | Double-rod aluminum mini cylinder, double acting (discontinued). |
|---|---|
| 25 | Bore size in mm (20/25/32/40). |
| ×225 | 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 MALD25X225S Is Used
PCB Edge-Guiding
Uses the twin rods' anti-rotation property to guide PCB panels during routing, applying 206 N of equal force without skewing the board.
Dual-Pick Tooling
Mounts a secondary vacuum cup on the rear rod for dual-station pick-and-place, cutting cycle time in half while maintaining 289 N at 0.7 MPa.
Rear-Cam Actuation
Uses the extended rear rod to trip a mechanical limit switch cam on a packaging machine, keeping the front rod dedicated to the sealing task.
Replacing the Airtac MALD Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MALD25X225S with MBLD25X225S
To replace this MALD25X225S with the MBLD25X225S, confirm your 25 mm bore, 225 mm stroke, G1/8 port, PT thread, and FA/LB mounting. Because this is a -S magnet model, note the sensor family change: legacy CS1-M/DS1-M switches do not fit the MBLD; you must upgrade to CMSG/DMSG/EMSG sensors. Size your load on the equal 206 N force at 0.5 MPa. If you need less force, step down to the 20 mm bore (132 N @0.5 MPa). If you need more thrust, step up to the 32 mm bore (346 N @0.5 MPa). At 225 mm stroke, ensure your guide supports the rod to prevent side-loading and premature seal wear.
Upgrade checklist
- ✓ Order the MBLD25X225S (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 MBLD25X225S instead of this discontinued model.
Airtac MALD Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MALD25X225S FAQ
Yes, the MALD25X225S is discontinued. The exact drop-in replacement is the MBLD25X225S, which matches the 25 mm bore, 225 mm stroke, G1/8 port, and FA/LB mounting. You must upgrade your sensors from the old CS1-M/DS1-M to the new CMSG/DMSG/EMSG family.
Because it is a double-rod cylinder, the 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 at both ends for end-of-stroke impact absorption and does not feature an adjustable cushion.
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