This model is discontinued
AirTAC has phased out the MALJ series. You can still order this code here: we ship the direct replacement MBLJ20X300-20, with the same bore, stroke, output force, port and mounting, so it fits the same application. The MBLJ replacement upgrades to a riveted rolling-packed body and CMSG / DMSG / EMSG sensors (the MAL used CS1-M / DS1-M).
Airtac MALJ20 Adjustable Mini Cylinder MALJ20X300-20
The AirTAC Airtac MALJ20 Adjustable Mini Cylinder MALJ20X300-20 is a double-acting aluminum mini cylinder with a rear adjustable-stroke stopper: you can trim up to 20 mm, giving a usable end-position window from 280 to 300 mm. This model is discontinued — the direct replacement is the MBLJ20X300-20.
- BoreØ20 mm
- Stroke300 mm
- Adjust window280–300 mm
- Port sizeG1/8
- Rod threadM8×1.25
- StatusDiscontinued → MBLJ20X300-20
- No minimum order. A single piece can be ordered.
- Ready in 3–5 business days. That is the time we take to process the order and hand it to the carrier. Transit time after that depends on the destination.
About the Airtac MALJ20 Adjustable Mini Cylinder MALJ20X300-20
The AirTAC MALJ20X300-20 is a discontinued double-acting, double-rod mini cylinder with a rear adjustable stroke stopper. It trims up to 20 mm at the rear, giving a usable end-position window of 280-300 mm.
The direct replacement is the MBLJ20X300-20, matching the bore, stroke, force, and port. This SKU lacks the -S magnet, so it cannot take a position sensor. If you need sensing, the MBLJ upgrade uses CMSG/DMSG/EMSG switches instead of the older CS1-M/DS1-M. The original MALJ has threaded covers, while the MBLJ uses a riveted rolling-packed body. Both use a fixed rubber bumper, not an adjustable cushion.
Airtac MALJ20 Adjustable Mini Cylinder MALJ20X300-20 Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MALJ20 Adjustable Mini Cylinder MALJ20X300-20 |
|---|---|
| Series | MALJ adjustable-stroke mini cylinder (discontinued) |
| Replacement | MBLJ20X300-20 |
| Bore size | Ø20 mm |
| Stroke | 300 mm |
| Adjustable window | 280 – 300 mm |
| Acting type | Double acting, adjustable stroke |
| 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 |
The rear adjuster is a travel stop, not a lock — it sets the end position but does not hold the load without live air. No back-cover code and no SDB on adjustable-stroke. The MBLJ20X300-20 carries the same ratings.
Theoretical Output Force (Ø20mm)
| Pressure | Push force | Pull force |
|---|---|---|
| 0.5 MPa | 132 N | 132 N |
| 0.7 MPa | 185 N | — |
| Max (@1.0 MPa) | 27 kgf | |
MALJ is double-rod: the rear rod that carries the stroke adjuster passes through the rear cover, so both piston faces lose rod area. Push is shown at the annular-area value (conservative), lower than a single-rod MAL push of the same bore. The MBLJ20X300-20 matches these values.
Model Code: Airtac MALJ20 Adjustable Mini Cylinder MALJ20X300-20
| MALJ | Adjustable-stroke aluminum mini cylinder, double acting (discontinued). |
|---|---|
| 20 | Bore size in mm (20/25/32/40). |
| ×300 | Nominal stroke length in mm. |
| -20 | Adjustable amount: trim the end to a 280–300 mm window. |
| S | Optional magnet for a CS1-M / DS1-M sensor (MBLJ uses CMSG/DMSG/EMSG). |
Replacement: MALJ → MBLJ. No back-cover (CA/U/CM) and no SDB. Mounting: FA / LB.
Where the Airtac MALJ20 Adjustable Mini Cylinder MALJ20X300-20 Is Used
PCB Depaneling Router
Dials the 280-300 mm cutter plunge depth precisely.
Film Web Edge Guide
Fine-tunes the 300 mm reach to align packaging film webs. The fixed rubber bumper absorbs the end-impact, while the stopper sets the exact registration position.
Pneumatic Tube Cutter
Adjusts the rear stop to trim varying hose lengths. The 132 N pull force at 0.5 MPa retracts the blade cleanly, relying on the stop rather than a lock for the cut depth.
Replacing the Airtac MALJ20 Adjustable Mini Cylinder MALJ20X300-20 with MBLJ20X300-20
To replace the MALJ20X300-20, order the exact direct replacement MBLJ20X300-20. Confirm the G1/8 port, M8x1.25 rod thread, and 20 mm adjust code. Mounting is FA or LB only; there is no back cover or SDB option. This SKU has no magnet and cannot hold a sensor.
The rear adjuster is a travel stop, not a lock; it sets the end position but will not hold a load without live air. At 300 mm stroke, the 8 mm rod is highly susceptible to bending from side loads—ensure rigid guidance to prevent rod damage.
Upgrade checklist
- ✓ Order the MBLJ20X300-20 (same bore/stroke/adjust)
- ✓ Same 280–300 mm adjustable window
- ✓ Adjuster is a stop, not a lock
- ✓ No back cover / SDB — plan an 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 The rear adjuster sets the end position — it is not a load lock.
- check No back-cover / SDB on adjustable-stroke — use FA / LB.
- check Front/rear covers are threaded — not for field disassembly.
- check For new builds, specify the MBLJ20X300-20 instead of this discontinued model.
Airtac MALJ20 Adjustable Mini Cylinder MALJ20X300-20 FAQ
Yes, the MALJ20X300-20 is discontinued. The direct replacement is the MBLJ20X300-20, which matches the 20 mm bore, 300 mm stroke, 20 mm adjust code, G1/8 port, and force. You only swap the cylinder body; mounting and dimensions remain the same.
The -20 adjust code lets you trim up to 20 mm at the rear, giving a usable stroke window of 280-300 mm. The adjuster is a travel stop, not a lock.
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