This model is discontinued
AirTAC has phased out the MALJ series. You can still order this code here: we ship the direct replacement MBLJ20X50-20, 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 MALJ20X50-20
The AirTAC Airtac MALJ20 Adjustable Mini Cylinder MALJ20X50-20 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 30 to 50 mm. This model is discontinued — the direct replacement is the MBLJ20X50-20.
- BoreØ20 mm
- Stroke50 mm
- Adjust window30–50 mm
- Port sizeG1/8
- Rod threadM8×1.25
- StatusDiscontinued → MBLJ20X50-20
- 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 MALJ20X50-20
The AirTAC MALJ20X50-20 is a discontinued double-acting, double-rod mini cylinder featuring a 20mm bore, 50mm stroke, and a 20mm rear adjustable stop. This yields a usable end-position window of 30-50mm. The direct replacement is the MBLJ20X50-20, which matches the bore, stroke, adjust code, port, and mounting.
Two key upgrade facts apply to the MBLJ20X50-20: the original MALJ uses threaded covers, while the MBLJ features a riveted rolling-packed body for greater structural integrity; and because this specific SKU lacks the -S magnet code, it cannot accept a position sensor. The adjuster is a travel stop, not a lock; it sets the end position but will not hold a load without live air pressure. The fixed rubber bumper softens end impact without offering adjustable cushioning.
Airtac MALJ20 Adjustable Mini Cylinder MALJ20X50-20 Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MALJ20 Adjustable Mini Cylinder MALJ20X50-20 |
|---|---|
| Series | MALJ adjustable-stroke mini cylinder (discontinued) |
| Replacement | MBLJ20X50-20 |
| Bore size | Ø20 mm |
| Stroke | 50 mm |
| Adjustable window | 30 – 50 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 MBLJ20X50-20 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 MBLJ20X50-20 matches these values.
Model Code: Airtac MALJ20 Adjustable Mini Cylinder MALJ20X50-20
| MALJ | Adjustable-stroke aluminum mini cylinder, double acting (discontinued). |
|---|---|
| 20 | Bore size in mm (20/25/32/40). |
| ×50 | Nominal stroke length in mm. |
| -20 | Adjustable amount: trim the end to a 30–50 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 MALJ20X50-20 Is Used
PCB Depaneling Saw
Dial the 30-50mm reach to set the exact cutting depth on a circular PCB depaneling saw, using the 132N retraction force to clear the blade safely between cuts.
Leaded Component Forming
Adjust the end position to 35mm for a leaded-component forming tool, ensuring the 8mm rod precisely bends resistor leads without bottoming out the cylinder.
Replacing the Airtac MALJ20 Adjustable Mini Cylinder MALJ20X50-20 with MBLJ20X50-20
To replace the MALJ20X50-20, order the MBLJ20X50-20. Confirm the 20mm bore, 50mm stroke, 20mm adjust code, G1/8 port, and PT thread. Mounting is Basic, FA, or LB only; there is no back-cover or SDB option. Because this SKU lacks the -S suffix, it cannot take a sensor. Remember the adjuster is a stop, not a lock, so an external lock is required for held loads.
Upgrade checklist
- ✓ Order the MBLJ20X50-20 (same bore/stroke/adjust)
- ✓ Same 30–50 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 MBLJ20X50-20 instead of this discontinued model.
Airtac MALJ20 Adjustable Mini Cylinder MALJ20X50-20 FAQ
Yes, the MALJ20X50-20 is discontinued. The direct replacement is the MBLJ20X50-20, which matches the 20mm bore, 50mm stroke, 20mm adjust code, and G1/8 port. The MBLJ upgrades the body to a riveted rolling-packed design from the original threaded covers.
The usable stroke window is 30-50mm, trimmed via the 20mm rear adjuster. The adjuster is a travel stop, not a lock.
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