Airtac MBLC Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MBLC32X160CA
The AirTAC Airtac MBLC Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MBLC32X160CA is a genuine double-acting aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder with a Ø32mm bore and 160mm 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
- Stroke160 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 MBLC32X160CA
The AirTAC MBLC32X160CA is a double-acting aluminum mini cylinder featuring a CA pivot clevis back cover and a screw-adjustable pneumatic cushion at both ends. Delivering 402 N of push force at 0.5 MPa, this 32 mm bore unit is built for fast, repetitive motion where fixed rubber bumpers fail. The 160 mm stroke suits intermediate transfer distances, while the riveted rolling-packed barrel keeps the body light and compact for tight machinery layouts.
Because this specific SKU omits the -S magnet code, it cannot host a CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG position sensor. It relies on a heterogeneous two-way grease-retaining piston seal and a 20 µm hard-chrome plated carbon-steel rod to maintain consistent friction. The CA clevis allows the body to swing on a pin, safely accommodating arcing loads that would bind a rigid flat-end mount.
Airtac MBLC Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MBLC32X160CA Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MBLC Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MBLC32X160CA |
|---|---|
| Series | MBL aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø32 mm |
| Stroke | 160 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 MBLC32X160CA
| MBL | Aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder, double acting. |
|---|---|
| 32 | Bore size in mm. |
| ×160 | 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 MBLC32X160CA Is Used
Textile Loom Guide
Drives a yarn guide arm through 160 mm of travel, using the CA clevis to absorb angular rod movement while the air cushion prevents end-cap damage during high-frequency loom cycling.
Bottling Line Diverter
Pivots a routing flap to sort 402 N of glass containers, relying on the tunable cushion to halt the 160 mm stroke smoothly without shattering the bottles.
PCB Shuttle Mechanism
Shifts an electronics tray along a testing conveyor, benefiting from the compact riveted barrel and grease-retaining seal to maintain steady speed in a dusty environment.
Is the Airtac MBLC Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MBLC32X160CA the Right Cylinder?
If your application requires less force, step down to the 25 mm bore (245 N push at 0.5 MPa); if you need more power, step up to the 40 mm bore (628 N push at 0.5 MPa). Choose this MBLC over the base MBL when cycling speeds are high and the impact mass would quickly destroy a fixed rubber bumper. The adjustable needle tunes end-of-stroke deceleration, though it does not lock the rod—air loss causes drift, so fit an external rod lock for position holding. This 160 mm stroke uses a G1/8 port, M10x1.25 rod thread, and PT thread form. Since the stroke exceeds 100 mm, use the CA pivot mount or an external guide to prevent rod bending under side loads.
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 MBLC32X160CA FAQ
At 0.5 MPa, this 32 mm bore cylinder provides 402 N of push force and 346 N of pull force. At 0.7 MPa, it yields 563 N push. The maximum theoretical force is 82 kgf at 1.0 MPa.
The CA back cover is a pivot clevis that swings on a pin to accommodate arcing loads. The screw-adjustable air cushion at both ends traps exhaust air to decelerate the piston near the stroke ends, reducing impact noise; it is a speed dampener, not a load lock.
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