Airtac MBL Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MBL25X160SCA
The AirTAC Airtac MBL Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MBL25X160SCA is a genuine double-acting aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder with a Ø25mm bore and 160mm stroke, G1/8 air ports and a fixed rubber bumper. Its compact riveted body suits push, hold and clamp motion in tight machine spaces.
- BoreØ25 mm
- Stroke160 mm
- Port sizeG1/8
- Acting typeDouble acting
- Rod threadM10×1.25
- CushionRubber bumper (MBLC variant: adjustable air cushion)
About the Airtac MBL Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MBL25X160SCA
The AirTAC MBL25X160SCA is a compact double-acting aluminum mini round cylinder engineered for tight machine spaces. At 0.5 MPa it provides 245 N of push force and 206 N of pull force, making it well-suited for 160 mm travel tasks like indexing small packaging levers. As a genuine AirTAC component, it features a riveted rolling-packed barrel that crimps the covers to the tube for a lightweight footprint, though this design is not intended to be disassembled like a tie-rod body.
This specific SKU includes a built-in magnet (-S) for compatibility with AirTAC CMSG, DMSG, and EMSG sensor switches to track rod position. It is fitted with a CA pivot back cover, allowing the cylinder to swing on a pin to accommodate arcing or angular loads. The 10 mm carbon-steel piston rod features 20 um hard-chrome plating for wear resistance, and the heterogeneous two-way piston seal retains grease for a long service life.
Airtac MBL Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MBL25X160SCA Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MBL Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MBL25X160SCA |
|---|---|
| Series | MBL aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø25 mm |
| Stroke | 160 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.
Theoretical Output Force (Ø25mm)
| 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.
Model Code: Airtac MBL Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MBL25X160SCA
| MBL | Aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder, double acting. |
|---|---|
| 25 | Bore size in mm. |
| ×160 | 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).
Where the Airtac MBL Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MBL25X160SCA Is Used
Packaging Flap Folding
Uses the 245 N push force at 0.5 MPa to tuck cardboard flaps on a continuous flow wrapper, where the CA pivot absorbs angular misalignment as the rod arcs.
Sorter Diverter Arm
Swings a lightweight diverter gate across a 160 mm stroke to route small parcels, relying on the CMSG reed sensor to confirm gate position.
Textile Bobbin Indexing
Pushes a bobbin carriage 160 mm between spinning stations, with the DMSG electronic switch triggering the next machine cycle upon rod extension.
Is the Airtac MBL Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MBL25X160SCA the Right Cylinder?
Stepping down to the 20 mm bore drops the 0.5 MPa push force to 157 N, while stepping up to the 32 mm bore raises it to 402 N. Because this is a 160 mm stroke, the 10 mm rod has limited side-load tolerance; you must use an external guide or rely on the CA pivot cover to prevent rod-bearing bending. If your application requires adjustable end-of-stroke cushioning rather than the fixed rubber bumper found here, select the MBLC variant. For single-acting push or pull needs, consider the MSBL or MTBL models.
This cylinder does not hold its load when air pressure is lost or the valve is centered; the rod will drift. Use an external rod lock or pilot-operated check valve if position holding is required. Replacement match: 25 mm bore, 160 mm stroke, G1/8 port, PT thread, CA pivot back cover, no mounting accessory specified, with a built-in magnet.
Quick checklist
- ✓ Required force at your working pressure
- ✓ Stroke and mounting space
- ✓ Port/thread type (PT/NPT/G)
- ✓ Magnet (-S) for sensors?
- ✓ Side load — consider a guided cylinder
Installation & Maintenance Notes
- check Use clean air filtered to 40µm or finer.
- check Keep within 0.15 – 1.0 MPa operating pressure.
- check Avoid side load on the piston rod.
- check Adjust end cushion screws for smooth stops.
- check Use correct mounting accessory (LB / FA / SDB) and back cover (CA pivot / U flat-end).
- check Installation by qualified personnel per AirTAC docs.
Airtac MBL Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MBL25X160SCA FAQ
At 0.5 MPa the push force is 245 N and the pull force is 206 N. At 0.7 MPa the push force is 343 N. The maximum theoretical force is 50 kgf at 1.0 MPa. Operating pressure is 0.15-1.0 MPa with a speed range of 30-800 mm/s.
No, the base MBL uses a fixed rubber bumper to soften end-of-stroke impact and does not have an adjustable cushion screw. If you need adjustable air cushioning for heavier loads, select the MBLC variant.
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