Airtac MBL Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MBL50X15-CA
The AirTAC Airtac MBL Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MBL50X15-CA is a genuine double-acting aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder with a Ø50mm bore and 15mm stroke, G1/4 air ports and a fixed rubber bumper. Its compact riveted body suits push, hold and clamp motion in tight machine spaces.
- BoreØ50 mm
- Stroke15 mm
- Port sizeG1/4
- Acting typeDouble acting
- Rod threadM14×1.5
- CushionRubber bumper (MBLC variant: adjustable air cushion)
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About the Airtac MBL Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MBL50X15-CA
The AirTAC MBL50X15-CA is a compact double-acting aluminum mini round cylinder engineered for tight machine spaces. It features a 50mm bore and a short 15mm stroke, delivering 981N of push force at 0.5 MPa. The riveted rolling-packed barrel crimps the front and rear covers directly to the tube, keeping the body light and compact but making it a non-rebuildable design unlike traditional tie-rod cylinders.
This specific SKU includes a CA pivot (clevis) back cover, allowing the cylinder body to swing on a pin to accommodate arcing or angular loads during movement. It relies on a fixed rubber bumper to soften end-of-stroke impact rather than an adjustable air cushion. Because this model lacks the -S magnet suffix, it cannot support a CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG position sensor switch.
Airtac MBL Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MBL50X15-CA Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MBL Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MBL50X15-CA |
|---|---|
| Series | MBL aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø50 mm |
| Stroke | 15 mm |
| Acting type | Double acting |
| Port size | G1/4 |
| Rod thread | M14×1.5 |
| 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 (Ø50mm)
| Pressure | Push force | Pull force |
|---|---|---|
| 0.5 MPa | 982 N | 881 N |
| 0.7 MPa | 1374 N | — |
| Max (@1.0 MPa) | 200 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 MBL50X15-CA
| MBL | Aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder, double acting. |
|---|---|
| 50 | Bore size in mm. |
| ×15 | 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 MBL50X15-CA Is Used
Angular Sheet Metal Clamp
Ideal for a 50mm bore delivering 981N of clamping force on a press brake, where the short 15mm stroke rapidly secures sheet metal and the CA pivot back cover absorbs angular misalignment.
Swing Diverter Arm
Perfectly suited for a packaging conveyor diverter arm; the 15mm stroke provides quick lateral part deflection while the CA clevis mounting allows the cylinder to swing smoothly with the arc of the mechanism.
Hinge-Actuated Lid Lifter
Used to pop open lightweight tote lids on an automated sorting line, utilizing the 881N pull force and the pivot back cover to manage the arcing trajectory of the hinged lid without binding.
Is the Airtac MBL Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MBL50X15-CA the Right Cylinder?
If you need slightly less force, step down to the 40mm bore which yields 628N of push at 0.5 MPa. If your application requires more power, the 63mm bore offers 1558N at 0.5 MPa. For faster or heavier moves requiring end-cushioning, select the MBLC variant which features an adjustable air cushion instead of the fixed rubber bumper.
Keep in mind that a plain MBL does not hold its position or load when air pressure is lost or the valve is centered; the rod will drift or drop. The fixed rubber bumper only softens the end-of-stroke impact and is not a lock or brake. If your application requires position holding without live pressure, you must use 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 MBL50X15-CA FAQ
This 50mm bore double-acting cylinder provides 981N push and 881N pull at 0.5 MPa. At 0.7 MPa, the push force increases to 1374N. The maximum theoretical force is 200 kgf at 1.0 MPa. It uses a G1/4 port, a Ø16mm carbon steel rod with 20µm hard-chrome plating, and operates at 30-800 mm/s.
No, because this specific SKU lacks the -S suffix, it has no built-in magnet and cannot accept a CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG sensor switch. Additionally, the base MBL uses a fixed rubber bumper to soften end-of-stroke impact; it does not have an adjustable cushion screw. If you need adjustable end-cushioning, look at the MBLC variant.
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