Airtac MBLC Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MBLC20X100CA
The AirTAC Airtac MBLC Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MBLC20X100CA is a genuine double-acting aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder with a Ø20mm bore and 100mm stroke, G1/8 air ports and a fixed rubber bumper. Its compact riveted body suits push, hold and clamp motion in tight machine spaces.
- BoreØ20 mm
- Stroke100 mm
- Port sizeG1/8
- Acting typeDouble acting
- Rod threadM8×1.25
- CushionRubber bumper (MBLC variant: adjustable air cushion)
About the Airtac MBLC Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MBLC20X100CA
The AirTAC MBLC20X100CA is a compact, double-acting mini cylinder engineered with a 20mm bore and 100mm stroke. It generates 157 N of push force and 132 N of pull force at 0.5 MPa, making it well-suited for lighter-duty positioning tasks. Unlike the base MBL series, this variant incorporates a screw-adjustable pneumatic cushion at both stroke ends. You tune the needle to decelerate the piston smoothly, which protects the end covers from impact during faster cycling.
This specific SKU is configured with a CA pivot back cover that swings on a pin to accommodate arcing or angular loads. It features an 8mm hard-chrome carbon-steel rod, an M8x1.25 rod-end thread, and a PT port thread. Because this model lacks the -S suffix, it has no built-in magnet and cannot accept a CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG position sensor. The riveted rolling-packed aluminum barrel keeps the frame light and compact for tight machine spaces.
Airtac MBLC Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MBLC20X100CA Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MBLC Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MBLC20X100CA |
|---|---|
| Series | MBL aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø20 mm |
| Stroke | 100 mm |
| Acting type | Double acting |
| Port size | G1/8 |
| Rod thread | M8×1.25 |
| 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 (Ø20mm)
| Pressure | Push force | Pull force |
|---|---|---|
| 0.5 MPa | 157 N | 132 N |
| 0.7 MPa | 220 N | — |
| Max (@1.0 MPa) | 32 kgf | |
Actual usable force is lower than theoretical due to friction and back-pressure. Size with a safety margin.
Model Code: Airtac MBLC Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MBLC20X100CA
| MBL | Aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder, double acting. |
|---|---|
| 20 | Bore size in mm. |
| ×100 | 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 MBLC Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MBLC20X100CA Is Used
Textile Loom Weft Insertion
Handles rapid, lighter-force positioning of yarn guides. The screw-adjustable cushion prevents end-cover impact during high-frequency 100mm strokes, while the CA clevis accommodates the pivot arc.
Bottling Line Diverter
Sorts small plastic bottles on a conveyor. The 157 N push force easily deflects lightweight containers, and the pneumatic cushioning ensures quiet operation over continuous shifts.
PCB Depaneling Saw Feed
Feeds a small circular saw for cutting circuit boards. The 100mm stroke provides the exact travel needed, and the smooth end-of-stroke deceleration protects the fragile board edges from sudden stops.
Is the Airtac MBLC Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MBLC20X100CA the Right Cylinder?
At 0.5 MPa, this 20mm bore yields 157 N push and 132 N pull. If you need less force, there is no smaller MBL size, so you must rely on pressure regulation. If your application requires more thrust, step up to the 25mm bore, which provides 245 N push and 206 N pull at the same pressure. Choose the MBLC over the fixed-bumper MBL when cycle speeds are high enough that a rubber stopper would degrade or fail. Remember that the adjustable air cushion only decelerates the piston near the end of travel; it is not a load lock, so the rod will drift if air pressure is lost.
This 100mm stroke CA pivot model uses a G1/8 port and PT thread. The CA clevis back cover is specifically chosen to handle side loads that follow an arc, whereas a rigid U flat-end cover would resist and bind. Note that the 8mm rod offers limited tolerance for side loading; if your stroke exceeds 300mm, you should use an external guide, a pivot bracket, or the MBLD double-rod variant to prevent rod bending.
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 MBLC Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MBLC20X100CA FAQ
This 20mm bore cylinder delivers 157 N push and 132 N pull at 0.5 MPa, and 220 N push at 0.7 MPa, with a maximum theoretical force of 32 kgf at 1.0 MPa. It uses a G1/8 port, an 8mm rod, and an M8x1.25 rod-end thread.
No, this specific SKU does not have a built-in magnet because it lacks the -S suffix. To use AirTAC CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG sensor switches, you must select the MBLC20X100S-CA variant instead.
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