Airtac MBLC Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MBLC20X10CA
The AirTAC Airtac MBLC Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MBLC20X10CA is a genuine double-acting aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder with a Ø20mm bore and 10mm 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
- Stroke10 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 MBLC20X10CA
The AirTAC MBLC20X10CA is a compact double-acting aluminum mini cylinder engineered for very short 10 mm strokes. It delivers a push force of 157 N and a pull force of 132 N at 0.5 MPa. Unlike the base MBL series which relies on a fixed rubber bumper, this MBLC variant features a screw-adjustable pneumatic air cushion at both ends. Tuning the cushion needle lets you decelerate the piston smoothly near the stroke limits, cutting end-cover impact and vibration on high-frequency moves without acting as a load lock.
This specific configuration uses a CA pivot back cover that swings on a pin to accommodate arcing or angular loads, making it far superior to a rigid flat-end mount for pivoting mechanisms. The riveted rolling-packed aluminum barrel keeps the body light and compact for tight spaces, while the Ø8 mm hard-chrome carbon-steel rod resists wear. Note that this SKU lacks the built-in magnet suffix (-S), so it cannot support CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG position sensors.
Airtac MBLC Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MBLC20X10CA Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MBLC Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MBLC20X10CA |
|---|---|
| Series | MBL aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø20 mm |
| Stroke | 10 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 MBLC20X10CA
| MBL | Aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder, double acting. |
|---|---|
| 20 | Bore size in mm. |
| ×10 | 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 MBLC20X10CA Is Used
Pick-and-Place Ejector
Ideal for rapidly ejecting small molded plastic parts from a die, using the 10 mm stroke and tuned air cushion to prevent harsh end-stop banging on high-speed packaging lines.
Pivot Arm Diverter
The CA clevis back cover swings smoothly on a pin to drive a short-stroke sorting gate that deflects lightweight packages on a conveyor without binding.
PCB Test Fixture
Provides precise 132 N pull force at 0.5 MPa to actuate a small testing probe block onto printed circuit boards, where the compact 20 mm bore fits densely packed test arrays.
Is the Airtac MBLC Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MBLC20X10CA the Right Cylinder?
Select this 20 mm bore when an application demands 157 N of push force at 0.5 MPa within an extremely tight 10 mm stroke envelope. If you need less force, the series does not offer a smaller bore, so you would step down by reducing pressure. If your mechanism requires more power, stepping up to the 25 mm bore yields 245 N of push force at 0.5 MPa. Choose the MBLC over the standard MBL when your cycle rates are high enough that a fixed rubber bumper would wear out or cause excessive impact noise. Because this SKU lacks the -S magnet, you cannot mount a reed or electronic sensor switch directly to it; if position detection is required, select the MBLC20X10CAS variant instead. This model uses a PT port thread and an M8x1.25 rod-end thread.
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 MBLC20X10CA FAQ
At 0.5 MPa, this 20 mm bore cylinder provides 157 N of push force and 132 N of pull force. At 0.7 MPa, the push increases to 220 N. The maximum theoretical force is 32 kgf at 1.0 MPa. It features a G1/8 port, an Ø8 mm rod, and operates at speeds between 30 and 800 mm/s.
The MBLC20X10CA uses a screw-tunable needle valve at both ends to trap and exhaust air smoothly as the piston reaches the end of its 10 mm stroke. This decelerates the load to reduce impact noise and end-cover wear, which is critical for fast cycling. It is a damping feature only and does not lock or hold the rod position.
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