
The AirTAC Airtac MBL Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MBL25X10SCA is a genuine double-acting aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder with a Ø25mm bore and 10mm stroke, G1/8 air ports and a fixed rubber bumper. Its compact riveted body suits push, hold and clamp motion in tight machine spaces.
The AirTAC MBL25X10SCA is a compact double-acting aluminum mini round cylinder engineered for exceptionally tight machine spaces. Delivering 245 N of push force at 0.5 MPa, this 25 mm bore, 10 mm stroke unit is purpose-built for short, rapid clamping tasks. Its riveted rolling-packed barrel crimps the front and rear covers directly to the tube, yielding a lightweight body that is not designed to be disassembled or rebuilt like a standard tie-rod cylinder.
This specific SKU features a built-in magnet (-S) for position detection via AirTAC CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG sensor switches, and a CA pivot back cover that swings on a pin to absorb arcing angular loads. The carbon-steel piston rod is hardened with 20 µm chrome plating for superior wear resistance, while a heterogeneous two-way piston seal retains grease for a long service life. The base end-of-stroke impact is absorbed by a fixed rubber bumper rather than an adjustable cushion.
| Model | Airtac MBL Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MBL25X10SCA |
|---|---|
| Series | MBL aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø25 mm |
| Stroke | 10 mm |
| Acting type | Double acting |
| Port size | G1/8 |
| Rod thread | M10×1.25 |
| Fluid | Air (filtered by 40µm element) |
|---|---|
| Operating pressure | 0.15 – 1.0 MPa |
| Proof pressure | 1.5 MPa |
| Temperature | -20 to +70 °C |
| Speed range | 30 – 800 mm/s |
| Cushion | Rubber bumper (MBLC variant: adjustable air cushion) |
| Max stroke | Up to 500 mm |
Specifications follow the official AirTAC MBL series datasheet. Confirm against the product label before installation. Standard stroke to 500 mm (special order to 800 mm). Thread options: PT / G / NPT.
| Pressure | Push force | Pull force |
|---|---|---|
| 0.5 MPa | 245 N | 206 N |
| 0.7 MPa | 344 N | — |
| Max (@1.0 MPa) | 50 kgf | |
Actual usable force is lower than theoretical due to friction and back-pressure. Size with a safety margin.
| MBL | Aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder, double acting. |
|---|---|
| 25 | Bore size in mm. |
| ×10 | Stroke length in mm. |
| -S | Optional built-in magnet for sensor position sensing. |
Related variants: MBLC (adjustable cushion), MBLD (double rod), MBLJ (adjustable stroke), MSBL/MTBL (single acting).
Uses the 245 N push force and 10 mm stroke to rapidly secure circuit boards during automated wave soldering without stressing the delicate substrate.
Pivots via the CA clevis on a packaging line to tuck inner flaps at an angle, relying on the short 10 mm stroke for high-cycle speed.
Leverages the -S magnet and DMSG electronic switch to confirm a 10 mm extension for placing optical sensors against a moving conveyor belt.
For short-arc actuation requiring 245 N push at 0.5 MPa, this 25 mm bore is highly effective; step down to the 20 mm bore if your application only requires 157 N, or step up to the 32 mm bore when 402 N is needed to overcome higher friction. The CA clevis mount is ideal for pivoting mechanisms, but if your mechanism applies lateral stress on the 10 mm stroke, ensure an external guide supports the load. Because this is a double-acting cylinder, it cannot hold its position if air pressure is lost or the valve is centered—the rod will drift. To maintain a locked position without live pressure, integrate an external pilot-operated check valve. The exact replacement match is a 25 mm bore, 10 mm stroke, G1/8 port, PT thread, CA back cover, with a built-in magnet.
Quick checklist
At 0.5 MPa it provides 245 N push and 206 N pull force. At 0.7 MPa the push increases to 343 N, with a maximum theoretical force of 50 kgf at 1.0 MPa. The operational speed ranges from 30-800 mm/s.
No, the base MBL features a fixed rubber bumper to soften the end-of-stroke impact, not an adjustable air cushion. If your short-stroke application requires adjustable cushioning for heavier moving masses, you must upgrade to the MBLC variant.
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