
The AirTAC Airtac MBLC Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MBLC25X15CA is a genuine double-acting aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder with a Ø25mm bore and 15mm stroke, G1/8 air ports and a fixed rubber bumper. Its compact riveted body suits push, hold and clamp motion in tight machine spaces.
The AirTAC MBLC25X15CA is a compact double-acting aluminum mini cylinder engineered for short-stroke arcing motion. It generates 245 N of push force and 206 N of pull force at 0.5 MPa, making it well-suited for quick, light-load pivoting mechanisms. The 15 mm stroke provides rapid extension and retraction within extremely tight spatial envelopes. A defining feature of this MBLC variant is the screw-adjustable pneumatic cushion at both stroke ends, which decelerates the piston smoothly to minimize impact noise and end-cover wear on high-frequency cycles.
This SKU includes a CA pivot clevis back cover that swings on a pin to accommodate angular, non-linear loads, contrasting with the rigid flat-end U cover. The riveted rolling-packed aluminum barrel keeps the body light and compact rather than relying on heavy rebuildable tie-rods. Because this specific configuration lacks the -S magnet code, it cannot accept a CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG position sensor switch. Additionally, the Ø10 mm hard-chrome carbon-steel rod paired with a heterogeneous two-way grease-retaining piston seal ensures reliable low-friction operation.
| Model | Airtac MBLC Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MBLC25X15CA |
|---|---|
| Series | MBL aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø25 mm |
| Stroke | 15 mm |
| Acting type | Double acting |
| Port size | G1/8 |
| Rod thread | M10×1.25 |
| 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.
| Pressure | Push force | Pull force |
|---|---|---|
| 0.5 MPa | 245 N | 206 N |
| 0.7 MPa | 344 N | — |
| Max (@1.0 MPa) | 50 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. |
|---|---|
| 25 | Bore size in mm. |
| ×15 | 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).
Drives a short 15 mm pivot arm to tuck cardboard flaps on high-speed packaging lines, utilizing the CA clevis to handle the arcing motion while the air cushion silences end impacts.
Executes rapid 15 mm strikes to nudge lightweight packages at sorting hubs, where the 245 N push force easily overcomes friction and the compact barrel fits within the conveyor frame.
Applies soft, cushioned clamping pressure against delicate circuit boards during wave soldering, relying on the tunable end-deceleration to prevent harsh mechanical snags.
Choose this 25 mm bore when your application requires 245 N of push force at 0.5 MPa but you need a shorter 15 mm stroke than the 10 mm option. If you need to step down in force, the 20 mm bore offers 157 N push at 0.5 MPa. If you need to step up for heavier loads, the 32 mm bore provides 402 N push at 0.5 MPa. Select the MBLC over the base MBL when your pivot mechanism cycles rapidly and the fixed rubber bumper of the standard model cannot adequately absorb the end-of-stroke kinetic energy. Remember that the adjustable air cushion only decelerates the piston near the ends; it is not a mechanical lock, so the rod will drift if air is lost or the valve centers. For direct replacement, match the 25 mm bore, 15 mm stroke, G1/8 port, M10x1.25 rod thread, PT port thread, CA pivot back cover, and non-magnet configuration.
Quick checklist
At 0.5 MPa, this 25 mm bore cylinder provides 245 N of push force and 206 N of pull force. At 0.7 MPa, the push force increases to 343 N. The maximum theoretical force is 50 kgf at 1.0 MPa.
No. Because the model code lacks the -S suffix, this specific unit does not have a built-in magnet and cannot accept AirTAC CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG sensor switches for rod position detection.
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