Airtac MBL Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MBL40X10CA
The AirTAC Airtac MBL Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MBL40X10CA is a genuine double-acting aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder with a Ø40mm bore and 10mm stroke, G1/4 air ports and a fixed rubber bumper. Its compact riveted body suits push, hold and clamp motion in tight machine spaces.
- BoreØ40 mm
- Stroke10 mm
- Port sizeG1/4
- Acting typeDouble acting
- Rod threadM12×1.25
- CushionRubber bumper (MBLC variant: adjustable air cushion)
About the Airtac MBL Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MBL40X10CA
The AirTAC MBL40X10CA is a double-acting aluminum mini round cylinder engineered for compact spaces requiring short, powerful linear motion. Operating at 0.5 MPa, it delivers 628 N of push force and 528 N of pull force, making it ideal for high-impact clamping or ejection over its 10 mm stroke. The CA pivot back cover allows the cylinder body to swing on a pin, accommodating arcing or angular loads that would bind a rigidly fixed flat-end mount.
This SKU features a fixed rubber bumper to soften end-of-stroke impact rather than an adjustable air cushion. Its riveted rolling-packed barrel crimps the front and back covers directly to the tube, creating a lightweight, sealed body that is not designed to be disassembled or rebuilt like a traditional tie-rod cylinder. Because this specific model lacks the -S suffix for a built-in magnet, it cannot accept a CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG position sensor switch.
Airtac MBL Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MBL40X10CA Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MBL Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MBL40X10CA |
|---|---|
| Series | MBL aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø40 mm |
| Stroke | 10 mm |
| Acting type | Double acting |
| Port size | G1/4 |
| Rod thread | M12×1.25 |
| 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 (Ø40mm)
| Pressure | Push force | Pull force |
|---|---|---|
| 0.5 MPa | 628 N | 528 N |
| 0.7 MPa | 880 N | — |
| Max (@1.0 MPa) | 128 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 MBL40X10CA
| MBL | Aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder, double acting. |
|---|---|
| 40 | 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 MBL40X10CA Is Used
Stamping Press Ejection
Uses the 628 N push force over a 10 mm stroke to knock small stamped metal parts out of a die, where the CA pivot absorbs the slight angular deflection of the ejection arm.
Packaging Lane Diverters
Pivots a short deflector gate on a packaging line to sort cartons, leveraging the compact riveted aluminum body to fit within the narrow conveyor framework.
PCB Router Clamping
Secures printed circuit boards during a routing operation with a rapid 10 mm stroke, relying on the fixed rubber bumper to prevent harsh impact on the delicate fixture.
Is the Airtac MBL Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MBL40X10CA the Right Cylinder?
Selecting the MBL40X10CA is optimal when your mechanism requires a short 10 mm stroke with mid-tier force and a swinging pivot mount. If you need less force, step down to the 32 mm bore (402 N push @0.5 MPa); if you need more power, step up to the 50 mm bore (981 N push @0.5 MPa). For applications requiring end-position adjustment, consider the MBLJ variant, or choose the MBLC if your cycle speeds demand an adjustable air cushion rather than the fixed rubber bumper found here.
When specifying this replacement, match the 40 mm bore, 10 mm stroke, G1/4 port size, PT thread form, and CA pivot back cover. Note that a plain MBL does not hold its position or load when air pressure is lost or the valve is centered, as the rod will drift or drop. If your application requires the load to be held securely without live pressure, you must integrate an external rod lock or a pilot-operated check valve.
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 MBL40X10CA FAQ
At 0.5 MPa, the push force is 628 N and the pull force is 528 N. At 0.7 MPa, the push force increases to 880 N. The maximum theoretical force is 128 kgf at 1.0 MPa. The operational speed range is 30-800 mm/s.
No, this specific SKU does not have a built-in magnet (indicated by the lack of an -S suffix), so it cannot support CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG electronic or reed sensor switches. You would need the MBL40X10SCA variant to enable rod position detection.
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