Airtac MBL Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MBL32X10U
The AirTAC Airtac MBL Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MBL32X10U is a genuine double-acting aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder with a Ø32mm 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.
- BoreØ32 mm
- Stroke10 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 MBL32X10U
The AirTAC MBL32X10U is a compact double-acting aluminum mini round cylinder engineered for exceptionally tight machine spaces. It features a 32mm bore and a short 10mm stroke, delivering a robust 402N push force at 0.5 MPa. The rigid U flat-end rear cover provides a fixed mounting footprint, making it highly stable for short-travel clamping and ejection tasks.
This SKU lacks a built-in magnet, meaning it cannot accommodate a CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG position sensor. End-of-stroke energy is absorbed by a fixed rubber bumper rather than an adjustable air cushion, which is standard for the base MBL series. The riveted rolling-packed barrel permanently crimps the covers to the tube, creating a lightweight, non-rebuildable body that protects the internal heterogeneous two-way piston seal and chrome-plated carbon steel rod.
Airtac MBL Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MBL32X10U Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MBL Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MBL32X10U |
|---|---|
| Series | MBL aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø32 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.
Theoretical Output Force (Ø32mm)
| Pressure | Push force | Pull force |
|---|---|---|
| 0.5 MPa | 402 N | 346 N |
| 0.7 MPa | 563 N | — |
| Max (@1.0 MPa) | 82 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 MBL32X10U
| MBL | Aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder, double acting. |
|---|---|
| 32 | 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).
Where the Airtac MBL Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MBL32X10U Is Used
PCB Edge Connector Seating
Provides 402N of precise push force to seat edge connectors onto printed circuit boards without damaging delicate traces, utilizing the short 10mm stroke for rapid cycling.
IC Tray Ejection
Ejects populated integrated circuit trays from test sockets in semiconductor handling robotics, where the compact riveted aluminum body saves valuable cleanroom envelope space.
Pharmaceutical Vial Sorting
Acts as a high-speed diverter to sort small pharmaceutical vials on a packaging conveyor, relying on the rigid U flat-end mount to maintain alignment during rapid 10mm lateral strokes.
Is the Airtac MBL Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MBL32X10U the Right Cylinder?
Select this 32mm bore when a 25mm cylinder lacks sufficient power (245N push at 0.5 MPa) or a 40mm bore is physically too large and overpowered (628N push). The 10mm stroke is ideal for micro-movements where a longer rod would buckle or waste cycle time. Because this model has no -S suffix, it cannot accept a sensor switch; if electronic rod-position feedback is required, upgrade to an MBL32X10SU. The fixed rubber bumper handles the minor impact of a 10mm stroke well, but for heavier moving masses, consider the MBLC variant with adjustable air cushioning.
Keep in mind that a plain double-acting cylinder does not hold its position if air pressure drops or the valve is centered; the rod will drift. For safety-critical vertical loads, install an external pilot-operated check valve or rod lock. Replacement matching requires a 32mm bore, 10mm stroke, G1/8 port size, PT thread form, U flat-end back cover, and no 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 MBL32X10U FAQ
At 0.5 MPa, this 32mm bore cylinder provides 402N push and 346N pull force. At 0.7 MPa, the push force increases to 563N, with a theoretical maximum of 82 kgf at 1.0 MPa. The operational speed range is 30-800 mm/s, driven by its G1/8 port and Ø12mm rod.
No, this specific SKU lacks the -S magnet suffix, so it cannot accept CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG sensor switches. Additionally, it uses a fixed rubber bumper to soften end-of-stroke impact rather than an adjustable air cushion. For adjustable cushioning, look at the MBLC32X10 variant.
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