
The AirTAC Airtac MBL Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MBL32X50-S-U is a genuine double-acting aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder with a Ø32mm bore and 50mm 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 MBL32X50-S-U is a double-acting aluminum mini round cylinder engineered for tight machine spaces. It delivers a 402 N push force at 0.5 MPa alongside a 346 N pull, making it well-suited for mid-range 50 mm strokes. The riveted rolling-packed barrel keeps the body exceptionally light and compact, though it is not designed to be disassembled like a standard tie-rod body.
This specific SKU includes a built-in magnet (-S) for non-contact position detection using CMSG reed or DMSG/EMSG solid-state switches. It features a rigid U flat-end back cover for direct mounting and relies on a fixed rubber bumper to soften end-of-stroke impacts. The carbon-steel piston rod is plated with 20 µm hard chrome to resist wear, while the heterogeneous two-way piston seal retains grease for a long service life.
| Model | Airtac MBL Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MBL32X50-S-U |
|---|---|
| Series | MBL aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø32 mm |
| Stroke | 50 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 | 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.
| MBL | Aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder, double acting. |
|---|---|
| 32 | Bore size in mm. |
| ×50 | 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).
Secures printed circuit board panels during routing with 402 N of clamping force, fitting neatly into dense electronics assembly machinery.
Actuates small packaging flaps on compact carton erecting lines where the 50 mm stroke and 346 N pull force provide reliable tucking.
Drives a short 50 mm vertical pick motion in semiconductor test handlers, using the -S magnet to trigger DMSG electronic sensors for precise placement.
Select this 32 mm bore when a 25 mm cylinder (245 N push @0.5 MPa) lacks thrust or a 40 mm cylinder (628 N push @0.5 MPa) is too bulky. The Ø12 mm rod handles standard loads, but if your application drops when air pressure is lost, note that this cylinder does not hold position—you will need an external rod lock or pilot-operated check valve. The fixed rubber bumper absorbs end-of-stroke shock; for faster cycling with heavier masses, step up to the MBLC variant which offers adjustable air cushioning. Exact replacement requires: 32 mm bore, 50 mm stroke, G1/8 port, PT thread, U flat-end back cover, and the -S magnet.
Quick checklist
At 0.5 MPa it provides 402 N push and 346 N pull. At 0.7 MPa the push force increases to 563 N. The maximum theoretical force is 82 kgf when operated at the 1.0 MPa pressure limit.
The base MBL uses a fixed rubber bumper that cannot be adjusted; for adjustable air cushioning, you need the MBLC variant. However, this -S model includes a built-in magnet and is fully compatible with AirTAC CMSG, DMSG, and EMSG sensor switches for rod position detection.
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