Airtac MBLC Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MBLC32X10CA
The AirTAC Airtac MBLC Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MBLC32X10CA is a genuine double-acting aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder with a Ø32mm 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.
- BoreØ32 mm
- Stroke10 mm
- Port sizeG1/8
- Acting typeDouble acting
- Rod threadM10×1.25
- CushionRubber bumper (MBLC variant: adjustable air cushion)
About the Airtac MBLC Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MBLC32X10CA
The AirTAC MBLC32X10CA is a compact double-acting aluminum mini cylinder engineered for very short 10 mm strokes. It generates 402 N of push force and 346 N of pull force at 0.5 MPa. Unlike the base MBL 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 each stroke end, cutting impact shock and vibration on high-frequency cycles without acting as a mechanical lock.
This specific SKU is configured with a CA pivot clevis back cover and a PT tapered port thread. The CA clevis swings on a pin to accommodate arcing or angular loads, which is critical for pivoting mechanisms where rigid mounting would induce side-load stress. The riveted rolling-packed aluminum barrel keeps the body light and compact for tight spaces, while the heterogeneous two-way grease-retaining piston seal maintains lubrication over rapid cycles. Note that because this model lacks the -S suffix, it has no built-in magnet and cannot support CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG position sensors.
Airtac MBLC Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MBLC32X10CA Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MBLC Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MBLC32X10CA |
|---|---|
| Series | MBL aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø32 mm |
| Stroke | 10 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.
Theoretical Output Force (Ø32mm)
| Pressure | Push force | Pull force |
|---|---|---|
| 0.5 MPa | 402 N | 346 N |
| 0.7 MPa | 563 N | — |
| Max (@1.0 MPa) | 82 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 MBLC32X10CA
| MBL | Aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder, double acting. |
|---|---|
| 32 | 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 MBLC32X10CA Is Used
Pick-and-Place Pivot Arms
Ideal for short-throw rotary pick-and-place arms where the CA clevis accommodates the swing arc and the adjustable cushion absorbs rapid 10 mm reversals without end-cap hammering.
Package Flap Deflectors
Provides 402 N of push force at 0.5 MPa to deflect small cardboard flaps on packaging lines, with the cushion needle tuned to soften the impact of high-speed actuation.
PCB Component Sorting Gates
Handles rapid gate routing of electronic components on conveyor belts; the compact riveted aluminum barrel fits tight machine frames while the cushion prevents vibration from disturbing delicate boards.
Is the Airtac MBLC Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MBLC32X10CA the Right Cylinder?
Choose this 32 mm bore when an application demands 402 N of push force at 0.5 MPa within a highly constrained 10 mm travel. If your load is lighter, stepping down to the 25 mm bore yields 245 N of push force, whereas moving heavier masses requires stepping up to the 40 mm bore for 628 N. The adjustable air cushion is the primary reason to select MBLC over the standard MBL, specifically when the cylinder runs fast or cycles frequently and a fixed rubber bumper would degrade or cause excessive end-cover noise.
Because this SKU features the CA pivot back cover, it is designed for arcing loads rather than rigid linear thrust. Remember that a standard double-acting cylinder does not hold position if air pressure is lost or the valve centers; the rod will drift. The air cushion only decelerates the piston near the stroke ends and functions strictly as a shock absorber, not a load lock or brake.
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 MBLC32X10CA FAQ
This 32 mm bore cylinder uses a G1/8 port with PT tapered threading and a Ø12 mm rod with an M10x1.25 rod-end thread. At 0.5 MPa it generates 402 N of push force and 346 N of pull force. At 0.7 MPa the push increases to 563 N, and the maximum theoretical force is 82 kgf at 1.0 MPa.
This specific SKU lacks the -S suffix, meaning it has no built-in magnet and cannot accept CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG position sensors. The adjustable air cushion at both ends is screw-tunable; you set the needle to match your load and speed, allowing trapped air to decelerate the piston smoothly near the stroke ends rather than relying on a fixed rubber bumper.
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