Airtac MBL Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MBL32X160SU
The AirTAC Airtac MBL Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MBL32X160SU is a genuine double-acting aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder with a Ø32mm 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.
- BoreØ32 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 MBL32X160SU
The AirTAC MBL32X160SU is a double-acting aluminum mini round cylinder engineered for tight machine spaces. It delivers 402 N of push force and 346 N of pull force at 0.5 MPa, making this 160 mm stroke variant well-suited for mid-range component ejection and gate actuation. The riveted rolling-packed barrel crimps the front and rear covers directly to the tube, yielding a lighter footprint than tie-rod builds, though it is not designed to be disassembled for rebuilding.
This SU configuration includes a built-in magnet for CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG sensor switches to track rod position, paired with a rigid U flat-end back cover. The carbon-steel piston rod features a 20 um hard-chrome plating to resist wear and corrosion, while the heterogeneous two-way piston seal retains grease for extended operational life. Impact at the end of stroke is absorbed by a fixed rubber bumper, not an adjustable air cushion.
Airtac MBL Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MBL32X160SU Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MBL Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MBL32X160SU |
|---|---|
| Series | MBL aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø32 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 (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 MBL32X160SU
| MBL | Aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder, double acting. |
|---|---|
| 32 | 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 MBL32X160SU Is Used
CNC Lathe Parts Ejector
Uses the 402 N push force at 0.5 MPa to kick turned metal components out of a CNC lathe spindle into a collection chute.
Packaging Line Diverter Gate
Employs the 160 mm stroke to pivot a sorting flap and reroute cardboard cartons between adjacent conveyor belts.
Palletizer Skid Stopper
Raises a physical stop pin to halt incoming pallets at a precise loading zone, relying on the U flat-end cover for rigid mounting.
Is the Airtac MBL Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MBL32X160SU the Right Cylinder?
If you need less force, the MBL25X160SU provides 245 N of push force at 0.5 MPa, while stepping up to the MBL40X160SU yields 628 N. The base MBL uses a fixed rubber bumper; for higher kinetic energy moves, the MBLC variant adds an adjustable air cushion. Since the MBL32X160SU has a 160 mm stroke, the 12 mm rod is highly susceptible to bending under side loads—use an external guide or switch to the MBLD double-rod cylinder to prevent bearing wear. This cylinder cannot hold a load if air pressure drops; install a pilot-operated check valve for drop protection. Replacement match: 32 mm bore, 160 mm stroke, G1/8 port, PT thread, U back cover, magnet included.
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 MBL32X160SU FAQ
At 0.5 MPa it provides 402 N push and 346 N pull force. At 0.7 MPa push increases to 563 N, with a theoretical maximum of 82 kgf at 1.0 MPa. The operational speed range is 30-800 mm/s.
The base MBL uses a fixed rubber bumper to soften end-of-stroke impact and cannot be adjusted; order the MBLC variant for adjustable air cushioning. Because this is the SU model with a built-in magnet, you can mount CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG sensor switches for rod position detection.
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