
The AirTAC Airtac MBLC Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MBLC32X30CA is a genuine double-acting aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder with a Ø32mm bore and 30mm 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 MBLC32X30CA is a double-acting aluminum mini cylinder engineered for compact actuation, delivering 402 N of push force and 346 N of pull force at 0.5 MPa. Its 30 mm stroke is tailored for short-travel clamping or ejecting tasks where space is restricted. Unlike the fixed rubber bumper found on the base MBL series, this MBLC variant incorporates a screw-adjustable pneumatic cushion at both ends. This allows you to fine-tune the end-of-stroke deceleration to match the load and speed, effectively absorbing kinetic energy to prevent end-cover damage on faster or heavier moves.
This specific SKU features a CA pivot clevis back cover that swings on a pin to accommodate arcing or angular loads, preventing rod binding during movement. It utilizes a heterogeneous two-way grease-retaining piston seal paired with a 20 µm hard-chrome plated carbon-steel rod for consistent friction control. Because this model lacks the -S suffix, it is not equipped with a built-in magnet and cannot support CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG electronic position sensing. The riveted rolling-packed barrel keeps the overall assembly lightweight and inherently compact.
| Model | Airtac MBLC Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MBLC32X30CA |
|---|---|
| Series | MBL aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø32 mm |
| Stroke | 30 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 | 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.
| MBL | Aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder, double acting. |
|---|---|
| 32 | Bore size in mm. |
| ×30 | 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).
Provides a fast 30 mm kick to push finished PCBs from an SMT line, using the tuned air cushion to stop the 402 N stroke smoothly without cracking the board edges.
Swings via its CA pivot clevis to briefly angle lightweight packaging pouches onto a secondary belt, absorbing the rapid directional change without end-cover impact.
Applies precise short-stroke force to seat electronic pin headers into housings, relying on the adjustable cushion to prevent crushing delicate plastic components.
When sizing this 32 mm bore, stepping down to the 25 mm version yields 245 N of push force at 0.5 MPa, whereas stepping up to the 40 mm bore provides 628 N—ideal if your payload outgrows the 32 mm capacity. The MBLC32X30CA is the optimal choice over the standard MBL when your application cycles at high frequency or moves a heavier mass that would overwhelm a simple fixed bumper. To replace this unit, match the 32 mm bore, 30 mm stroke, G1/8 port, PT thread, CA pivot back cover, and lack of a magnet. Keep in mind that a standard air cushion only decelerates the piston near the stroke ends; it is not a braking lock, so the rod will drift if air pressure is lost or exhausted.
Quick checklist
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, the push force increases to 563 N, with a maximum theoretical output of 82 kgf at 1.0 MPa. It features a G1/8 port, a Ø12 mm rod, and an M10x1.25 rod-end thread.
This specific SKU lacks the -S suffix, meaning it has no built-in magnet and cannot accept CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG sensor switches. The adjustable air cushion at both ends uses a screw needle to restrict exhaust air flow near the stroke end, decelerating the piston to reduce impact; it is a tunable shock absorber, not a load-holding brake.
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