Airtac MBLC Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MBLC20X60SCA
The AirTAC Airtac MBLC Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MBLC20X60SCA 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 MBLC20X60SCA
The AirTAC MBLC20X60SCA is a double-acting aluminum mini cylinder with a 20mm bore and 60mm stroke. It generates 157 N of push force and 132 N of pull force at 0.5 MPa, making it well-suited for compact, low-mass positioning tasks. Unlike the base MBL series, this variant uses a screw-adjustable pneumatic air cushion at both stroke ends to smoothly decelerate the piston, cutting end-cover impact and vibration on faster moves.
This SKU includes a CA pivot clevis back cover that swings on a pin to accommodate arcing loads, along with a built-in magnet (-S) for CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG sensor switches. The riveted rolling-packed aluminum barrel keeps the body light and compact for tight spaces, while the Ø8 mm hard-chrome carbon-steel rod works with a heterogeneous two-way grease-retaining piston seal for reliable low-friction operation.
Airtac MBLC Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MBLC20X60SCA Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MBLC Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MBLC20X60SCA |
|---|---|
| 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 MBLC20X60SCA
| 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 MBLC20X60SCA Is Used
Electronic Component Testing
Provides 157 N of push force at 0.5 MPa to actuate micro-switches and probe heads on PCB testing fixtures, where the CA pivot absorbs slight angular misalignment.
Packaging Diverter Arm
Swings a lightweight guide arm on a 60mm stroke to sort small pill blister packs, using the adjustable cushion to silently stop the pivot without jarring the product.
Pick-and-Place Y-Axis
Shifts small surface-mount tape reels over 60mm with a CMSG reed sensor confirming position, while the compact 20mm body fits within dense electronics assembly machinery.
Is the Airtac MBLC Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MBLC20X60SCA the Right Cylinder?
For lower force requirements, the smallest available neighbor is the MSBL/MTBL single-acting series, but if you need double-acting performance, stepping up to the 25mm bore yields 245 N push at 0.5 MPa. Choose this MBLC20X60SCA over the fixed-bumper MBL when your application runs at higher cycling frequencies or moves a heavier mass that requires tunable end-of-stroke deceleration. Note that the air cushion only decelerates the piston near the ends; it is not a brake. A plain MBLC does not hold position when air is lost or the valve centers, so for drop prevention, an external rod lock or pilot-operated check valve is required. Replacement match: 20mm bore, 60mm stroke, G1/8 port, PT thread, CA pivot back cover, built-in magnet.
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 MBLC20X60SCA FAQ
At 0.5 MPa, the 20mm bore provides 157 N push and 132 N pull. At 0.7 MPa, it provides 220 N push and 185 N pull. The maximum theoretical force is 32 kgf at 1.0 MPa, with a proof pressure of 1.5 MPa.
A screw-tunable needle at both stroke ends traps a pocket of exhaust air to decelerate the piston smoothly before it hits the end cover. You dial the needle to match your load and speed, which is critical for fast-cycling 20mm actuators where a fixed rubber bumper would wear out or cause impact shock.
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