Airtac MBLC Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MBLC20X60CA
The AirTAC Airtac MBLC Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MBLC20X60CA is a genuine double-acting aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder with a Ø20mm bore and 60mm 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
- Stroke60 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 MBLC20X60CA
The AirTAC MBLC20X60CA is a compact double-acting mini cylinder engineered with a screw-adjustable pneumatic cushion at both stroke ends. Delivering 157 N of push force and 132 N of pull force at 0.5 MPa, it is tailored for fast, repetitive 60 mm movements. The tunable needle decelerates the piston smoothly near the end caps, absorbing kinetic energy to reduce impact noise and end-cover wear on high-frequency cycles. This is a deceleration feature, not a mechanical lock.
This SKU features a CA pivot clevis back cover that swings on a pin, making it ideal for arcing or angular load trajectories. It uses an Ø8 mm carbon-steel rod with 20 µm hard-chrome plating and a heterogeneous two-way grease-retaining piston seal. The riveted rolling-packed aluminum barrel keeps the body light for tight spaces. Note that this specific configuration lacks a built-in magnet, meaning it cannot support CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG position sensors.
Airtac MBLC Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MBLC20X60CA Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MBLC Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MBLC20X60CA |
|---|---|
| Series | MBL aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø20 mm |
| Stroke | 60 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 MBLC20X60CA
| MBL | Aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder, double acting. |
|---|---|
| 20 | Bore size in mm. |
| ×60 | 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 MBLC20X60CA Is Used
PCB Depaneling Saw Feed
Drives a small circular saw blade assembly through a 60 mm cut on populated circuit boards, using the adjustable air cushion to prevent sudden stops that could fracture delicate solder joints.
Pharmacy Blister Pack Indexer
Pushes a lightweight carrier 60 mm to align blister cavities under a sealing head, relying on the CA pivot clevis to accommodate minor linkage misalignment in the compact packaging machine.
Connector Pin Insertion
Presses gold-plated pins into connector housings with 157 N of force, where the cushioned stroke end prevents the Ø8 mm rod from slamming the delicate pins into their seats.
Is the Airtac MBLC Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MBLC20X60CA the Right Cylinder?
Choose this 20 mm bore when an application requires exactly 157 N of thrust at 0.5 MPa within a tight footprint. If you need less force, there is no smaller bore in this series, so you must reduce operating pressure. If you need more power, step up to the 25 mm bore, which provides 245 N of push force at 0.5 MPa. Select this MBLC variant over the base MBL when your cycle speeds are high enough that a fixed rubber bumper would degrade prematurely from the impact. Because this is a 60 mm stroke, side-load bending risks are minimal, but the CA clevis is specifically beneficial if your linkage naturally articulates during the stroke. Remember that a standard double-acting cylinder drifts when air is removed; the adjustable cushion only governs end-of-stroke speed and will not hold a load in place without live air pressure.
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 MBLC20X60CA FAQ
This 20 mm bore cylinder uses a G1/8 port and an M8x1.25 rod thread. At 0.5 MPa it provides 157 N of push force and 132 N of pull force. At 0.7 MPa, push increases to 220 N. The maximum theoretical force is 32 kgf at 1.0 MPa.
No, this specific SKU lacks the built-in magnet (designated by an 'S' in the model code), so it cannot host CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG sensor switches. You would need the MBLC20X60S-CA variant if electronic or reed position detection is required.
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