The AirTAC AirTAC MBL50X225U Mini Cylinder | 50mm Bore 225mm is a genuine double-acting aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder with a Ø50mm bore and 225mm 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 MBL50X225U is a double-acting aluminum mini round cylinder engineered for tight machine spaces. It delivers a push force of 981 N and a pull force of 881 N at 0.5 MPa, making this 225 mm stroke variant well-suited for moving medium-weight fixtures along short linear paths. Its riveted rolling-packed barrel crimps the front and rear covers directly to the tube, creating a lightweight, compact body that is not designed to be disassembled or rebuilt like a traditional tie-rod cylinder.
This specific configuration features a rigid U flat-end back cover for fixed rear mounting. The carbon-steel piston rod is hard-chrome plated to 20 um for high wear and corrosion resistance, while a heterogeneous two-way piston seal retains grease for a long service life. Because this SKU lacks the -S suffix, it cannot accept a CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG position sensor. End-of-stroke deceleration is handled by a fixed rubber bumper rather than an adjustable air cushion.
| Model | AirTAC MBL50X225U Mini Cylinder | 50mm Bore 225mm |
|---|---|
| Series | MBL aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø50 mm |
| Stroke | 225 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.
| 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.
| MBL | Aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder, double acting. |
|---|---|
| 50 | Bore size in mm. |
| ×225 | 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).
Shifts medium-weight cardboard cartons between packaging lanes using 981 N of thrust, fitting easily into the narrow side-frame gaps of existing conveyor lines.
Presses electrical test probes onto circuit boards with precise 881 N pull force, utilizing the rigid U flat-end cover to maintain alignment during automated testing cycles.
Actuates a high-speed sorting flap in a compact parcel distribution hub, where the lightweight riveted aluminum body minimizes moving mass for rapid 30-800 mm/s cycling.
For applications needing less force, step down to the 40 mm bore, which provides 628 N of push force at 0.5 MPa. If your load requires more thrust, the 63 mm bore offers 1558 N. The base MBL uses a fixed rubber bumper to soften end impacts; if your 225 mm move involves high speeds or heavy masses, upgrade to the MBLC variant for adjustable air cushioning. Because this is a double-acting cylinder, it cannot hold a load if air pressure drops or the valve is centered—add an external rod lock or pilot-operated check valve for fail-safe positioning. At 225 mm stroke, the unsupported Ø16 rod is susceptible to bending under side loads; use an external guide rail or pair it with an MBLD double-rod cylinder to prevent jamming. Replacement matches: 50 mm bore, 225 mm stroke, G1/4 port, PT thread, U flat-end cover, no magnet.
Quick checklist
At 0.5 MPa it provides 981 N push and 881 N pull. At 0.7 MPa the push increases to 1374 N. The maximum theoretical force is 200 kgf at 1.0 MPa.
No. This SKU lacks the -S magnet suffix, so it cannot accept CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG sensor switches. Additionally, it uses a fixed rubber bumper for end-of-stroke impact absorption; for adjustable air cushioning, choose the MBLC variant.
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