Airtac MBL Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MBL32X160U
The AirTAC Airtac MBL Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MBL32X160U 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 MBL32X160U
The AirTAC MBL32X160U is a double-acting aluminum mini round cylinder engineered for tight machine spaces. With a 32mm bore and 160mm stroke, it generates 402N of push force at 0.5 MPa. The riveted rolling-packed barrel crimps the front and rear covers directly to the tube, yielding a lightweight footprint that is not designed to be disassembled like a tie-rod body. This specific SKU features a U flat-end back cover for rigid, fixed mounting.
Inside, a heterogeneous two-way piston seal retains grease for long service life, while the carbon-steel rod with 20μm hard-chrome plating resists wear and corrosion. Because this configuration lacks the -S suffix, it cannot accept a CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG position sensor. The end caps absorb impact via a fixed rubber bumper, not an adjustable air cushion.
Airtac MBL Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MBL32X160U Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MBL Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MBL32X160U |
|---|---|
| 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 MBL32X160U
| 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 MBL32X160U Is Used
PCB Router Gating
Actuates a pneumatic gate on a PCB depaneling router, using its 402N push force at 0.5 MPa to divert cut boards into secondary inspection bins.
Semiconductor Test Socket
Drives the clamping mechanism on an IC test handler, moving 160mm to seat a thermal test head firmly against high-density packages.
Carton Flap Folder
Folds minor flaps on small pharmaceutical cartoning lines, where the compact 32mm round body fits cleanly between side guide rails.
Is the Airtac MBL Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MBL32X160U the Right Cylinder?
If 402N at 0.5 MPa is too much force, step down to the 25mm bore (245N push). If you need more thrust, step up to the 40mm bore (628N push). This 160mm stroke uses a Ø12 rod; for strokes of 300mm or more, the small rod diameter means low side-load tolerance, requiring an external guide or a pivot mount to prevent bending.
The fixed rubber bumper softens end-of-stroke impact but does not lock the rod. If air pressure drops, the load drifts; use an external rod lock or pilot-operated check valve for position holding. For faster cycle speeds with heavier loads, consider the MBLC variant with adjustable air cushion. Replacement match: 32mm bore, 160mm stroke, G1/8 port, PT thread, U flat-end back cover, 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 MBL32X160U FAQ
At 0.5 MPa, the push force is 402N and the pull force is 346N. At 0.7 MPa, the push force is 563N. The maximum theoretical force is 82 kgf at 1.0 MPa.
No, the base MBL32X160U uses a fixed rubber bumper to absorb end-of-stroke impact, not an adjustable cushion. If your application requires adjustable air cushioning for heavier loads, select the MBLC variant.
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