The AirTAC AirTAC MBL63X160SCA Mini Cylinder | 63mm Bore 160mm is a genuine double-acting aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder with a Ø63mm bore and 160mm 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 MBL63X160SCA is a compact double-acting aluminum mini round cylinder engineered for tight machine spaces. At its 63mm bore, it generates a substantial 1558 N push force at 0.5 MPa, making it the heavy hitter of the MBL family. The 160mm stroke provides ample travel for moving substantial loads, while the riveted rolling-packed barrel keeps the overall body weight exceptionally low.
This specific SKU includes a built-in magnet (-S) for rod position detection using CMSG reed or DMSG/EMSG electronic switches. It is configured with a CA pivot back cover, allowing the cylinder to swing freely on a pin to accommodate arcing or angular loads. The carbon-steel piston rod features 20 um hard-chrome plating for wear resistance, paired with a heterogeneous two-way piston seal that retains grease for a long service life.
| Model | AirTAC MBL63X160SCA Mini Cylinder | 63mm Bore 160mm |
|---|---|
| Series | MBL aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø63 mm |
| Stroke | 160 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 | 1559 N | 1458 N |
| 0.7 MPa | 2182 N | — |
| Max (@1.0 MPa) | 318 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. |
|---|---|
| 63 | Bore size in mm. |
| ×160 | 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).
Uses the 1558 N push force at 0.5 MPa to knock heavy stamped metal brackets out of a progressive die, where the CA pivot absorbs the slight angular offset of the ejection trajectory.
Swings a heavy diverter gate on a packaging line using the 160mm stroke, relying on the CA clevis to manage the arc of the swinging arm and the -S magnet to confirm gate position.
Folds large corrugated carton flaps on a high-speed case erector, utilizing the 2181 N push force at 0.7 MPa to overcome cardboard resistance in a confined machine footprint.
Selecting the MBL63X160SCA gives you the maximum thrust available in this mini format. If you need slightly less force, stepping down to the 50mm bore yields 981 N push at 0.5 MPa; as this 63mm is the largest MBL, stepping up requires moving to a larger profile cylinder like the SAI ISO 15552 line. The CA clevis mount is ideal for this 160mm stroke, as it safely accommodates side-load articulation. Note that the base MBL uses a fixed rubber bumper, so for high-velocity cycling you should step up to the MBLC variant for adjustable air cushioning.
Because this is a double-acting cylinder, it cannot hold a load in place if air pressure is lost or the valve is centered—the rod will drift. You must use an external rod lock or pilot-operated check valve for fail-safe position holding. Replacement matches: 63mm bore, 160mm stroke, G1/4 port, PT thread, CA pivot back cover, and an -S magnet.
Quick checklist
This 63mm bore cylinder uses a Ø16 mm rod with an M14x1.5 rod-end thread. It delivers 1558 N push and 1457 N pull at 0.5 MPa, 2181 N push at 0.7 MPa, and a maximum theoretical force of 318 kgf at 1.0 MPa.
No, the base MBL uses a fixed rubber bumper to soften end-of-stroke impact, not an adjustable air cushion. If your application requires tuning the end-of-stroke deceleration, you should select the MBLC variant which features an adjustable cushion screw.
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