
The AirTAC Airtac MBL Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MBL40X125SCAH is a genuine double-acting aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder with a Ø40mm bore and 125mm stroke, G1/4 air ports and a fixed rubber bumper. Its compact riveted body suits push, hold and clamp motion in tight machine spaces.
The AirTAC MBL40X125SCAH is a compact double-acting aluminum mini round cylinder engineered for tight machine spaces. It delivers a robust 628 N push force at 0.5 MPa, making it well-suited for mid-range actuation over its 125 mm stroke. The riveted rolling-packed barrel crimps the front and rear covers directly to the tube, yielding a lightweight body that is not designed to be disassembled like a traditional tie-rod cylinder.
This specific SKU features a CA pivot (clevis) back cover, allowing the cylinder body to swing on a pin to safely accommodate arcing or angular loads. It includes a built-in magnet (-S) for compatibility with AirTAC CMSG, DMSG, and EMSG sensor switches to track rod position. The carbon-steel piston rod is protected by a 20 um hard-chrome plating for high wear and corrosion resistance, while a heterogeneous two-way piston seal retains grease for a long service life.
| Model | Airtac MBL Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MBL40X125SCAH |
|---|---|
| Series | MBL aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø40 mm |
| Stroke | 125 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.
| 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.
| MBL | Aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder, double acting. |
|---|---|
| 40 | Bore size in mm. |
| ×125 | 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).
Leverages the 628 N push force and CA pivot back cover to articulate guide arms on textile looms, absorbing angular stress during high-speed weaving operations.
Drives a 125 mm stroke diverter gate on a packaging conveyor, using the built-in magnet and DMSG solid-state sensor to confirm paddle position for the PLC.
Pushes cardboard trays into case erectors in tight warehouse layout spaces, relying on the 20 um chrome-plated rod to resist scuffing in dusty environments.
If you need slightly less force, step down to the 32 mm bore (402 N push at 0.5 MPa); if your application requires more power, step up to the 50 mm bore (981 N push at 0.5 MPa). Because this base MBL uses a fixed rubber bumper rather than an adjustable air cushion, you should select the MBLC variant if your 125 mm stroke demands softer end-of-travel deceleration for heavier moving masses. Note that a plain MBL does not hold its load or position when air pressure is lost or the valve is centered—the rod will drift or drop. If gravity or load holding is a concern, install an external rod lock or a pilot-operated check valve. Replacement match: 40 mm bore, 125 mm stroke, G1/4 port, PT thread, CA pivot back cover, magnet included.
Quick checklist
At 0.5 MPa, this 40 mm bore cylinder provides 628 N push force and 528 N pull force. At 0.7 MPa, the push force is 880 N, with a maximum theoretical force of 128 kgf at 1.0 MPa. It uses a Ø16 mm carbon steel rod with an M12x1.25 rod-end thread.
The base MBL uses a fixed rubber bumper to soften end-of-stroke impact; it is not an adjustable air cushion (for that, choose the MBLC variant). The CA back cover is a pivot/clevis type that allows the cylinder body to swing on a pin, making it ideal for arcing loads and angular movements.
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