Airtac MBLC Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MBLC32X500SCA
The AirTAC Airtac MBLC Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MBLC32X500SCA is a genuine double-acting aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder with a Ø32mm bore and 500mm 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
- Stroke500 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 MBLC32X500SCA
The AirTAC MBLC32X500SCA is a double-acting aluminum mini cylinder engineered for compact spaces demanding a 500 mm reach. It delivers 402 N of push force and 346 N of pull force at 0.5 MPa, utilizing a G1/8 port and a Ø12 mm carbon-steel rod with 20 µm hard-chrome plating. The integrated -S magnet enables position detection via CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG sensor switches.
Unlike the fixed rubber bumper of the base MBL, this MBLC variant features a screw-adjustable pneumatic air cushion at both stroke ends. Tuning the needle decelerates the piston smoothly near each end, absorbing kinetic energy to protect the end covers during fast or high-frequency cycling. The CA pivot back cover swings on a pin to accommodate arcing loads, while the riveted rolling-packed aluminum barrel keeps the body light and sealed for tight machinery layouts.
Airtac MBLC Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MBLC32X500SCA Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MBLC Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MBLC32X500SCA |
|---|---|
| Series | MBL aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø32 mm |
| Stroke | 500 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 MBLC32X500SCA
| MBL | Aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder, double acting. |
|---|---|
| 32 | Bore size in mm. |
| ×500 | 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 MBLC32X500SCA Is Used
Textile Loom Weft Feeder
Drives a 500 mm yarn guide arm across a knitting machine. The CA pivot absorbs the lateral arc of the lever, while the adjustable air cushion prevents harsh impacts during rapid high-frequency weaving cycles.
PCB Conveyor Diverter
Pushes populated electronics boards laterally between inspection stations. The 402 N push force easily handles the carrier weight, and the -S magnet confirms full extension via a DMSG solid-state sensor.
Packaging Flap Folder
Extends 500 mm to fold large corrugated carton flaps on a packing line. The tunable cushion slows the stroke end to prevent crushing the cardboard, and the compact riveted barrel fits within tight machine guarding.
Is the Airtac MBLC Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MBLC32X500SCA the Right Cylinder?
Select this 32 mm bore when an application requires a long 500 mm stroke with moderate force (402 N push at 0.5 MPa). If you need less thrust, stepping down to the 25 mm bore yields 245 N of push force; if your load is heavier, stepping up to the 40 mm bore provides 628 N. The CA clevis back cover is essential here for managing angular motion over such a long extension.
Because this stroke reaches 500 mm, the Ø12 mm rod has a high susceptibility to side-loading and bending under off-center weights. To prevent premature seal wear and rod damage, pair this cylinder with an external linear guide, rely on the CA pivot to self-align, or switch to an MBLD double-rod type. Note that the adjustable air cushion only decelerates the piston near the ends; it does not function as a lock, so the rod will drift 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 MBLC32X500SCA FAQ
This 32 mm bore cylinder provides 402 N push and 346 N pull at 0.5 MPa, 563 N push and 484 N pull at 0.7 MPa, with a theoretical maximum of 82 kgf at 1.0 MPa. It uses a G1/8 port, an M10x1.25 rod-end thread, and operates at speeds of 30-800 mm/s.
The cushion is a screw-tunable needle valve at both ends that traps a pocket of exhaust air to decelerate the piston before it strikes the end cover. You adjust it to match the load and speed, which reduces noise and impact stress. It is strictly an end-of-stroke damper, not a braking lock, so it cannot hold the rod in place if air supply is removed.
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