Airtac MBLC Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MBLC32X250CA
The AirTAC Airtac MBLC Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MBLC32X250CA is a genuine double-acting aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder with a Ø32mm bore and 250mm 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
- Stroke250 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 MBLC32X250CA
The AirTAC MBLC32X250CA is a double-acting mini cylinder engineered with a screw-adjustable pneumatic air cushion at both ends. Delivering 402 N of push force and 346 N of pull force at 0.5 MPa, this 32 mm bore unit uses a G1/8 port and a Ø12 mm hard-chrome carbon-steel rod with an M10x1.25 thread. The 250 mm stroke provides ample travel for intermediate reach tasks. Because this SKU lacks the -S suffix, it has no built-in magnet and cannot support CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG position sensors.
Unlike the fixed rubber bumper found on the base MBL series, the MBLC cushion needle is screw-tunable to smoothly decelerate the piston near each stroke end, cutting impact shock and noise on faster or heavier moves. The riveted rolling-packed aluminum barrel keeps the body compact and lightweight for tight assemblies, while the heterogeneous two-way grease-retaining piston seal ensures lasting lubrication. Crucially, the CA pivot back cover allows the cylinder to swing on a pin, accommodating arcing and angular loads that would bind a rigidly mounted flat-end body.
Airtac MBLC Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MBLC32X250CA Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MBLC Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MBLC32X250CA |
|---|---|
| Series | MBL aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø32 mm |
| Stroke | 250 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 MBLC32X250CA
| MBL | Aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder, double acting. |
|---|---|
| 32 | Bore size in mm. |
| ×250 | 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 MBLC32X250CA Is Used
Packaging Line Diverter
Uses the 250 mm stroke to push cartons between adjacent conveyor lanes, relying on the CA pivot to absorb the angular load as the package redirects.
Textile Yarn Guide
Shifts a yarn traversing mechanism across a 250 mm path, where the adjustable air cushion prevents sudden end-of-stroke jerks that would snap delicate fibers.
Bin Tilting Mechanism
Actuates a small parts sorting bin, using the 402 N push force to tip the container while the tunable cushion decelerates the load smoothly at full extension.
Is the Airtac MBLC Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MBLC32X250CA the Right Cylinder?
Select this 32 mm bore when your application requires approximately 402 N of push force at 0.5 MPa. If your move is lighter, stepping down to the 25 mm bore yields 245 N of push force, while stepping up to the 40 mm bore provides 628 N. Choose the MBLC over the standard MBL when your cycle speeds or moved masses outpace the absorption capability of a fixed rubber bumper. As a direct replacement, verify the 250 mm stroke, G1/8 port, PT thread form, CA pivot back cover, and the absence of a magnet.
Because the 250 mm stroke is relatively long for a mini cylinder, the small Ø12 mm rod has limited tolerance for side loads. To prevent rod bending and premature seal wear, pair this unit with an external linear guide, rely on the CA clevis to self-align angular forces, or consider an MBLD double-rod cylinder for rigid rotational resistance. Note that the adjustable air cushion only decelerates the piston near the stroke ends; it is not a brake and will not hold the load if air pressure is lost or the valve centers.
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 MBLC32X250CA FAQ
This 32 mm bore cylinder uses a Ø12 mm rod with an M10x1.25 end thread and a G1/8 port. At 0.5 MPa it provides 402 N of push force and 346 N of pull force. At 0.7 MPa, push increases to 563 N and pull to 484 N. The maximum theoretical force is 82 kgf at 1.0 MPa.
No, this specific SKU lacks the -S suffix, meaning it is manufactured without a built-in piston magnet. To use AirTAC CMSG reed or DMSG/EMSG electronic solid-state sensor switches for rod position detection, you must select the MBLC32X250CAS variant instead.
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