Airtac MBLC Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MBLC40X160CA
The AirTAC Airtac MBLC Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MBLC40X160CA is a genuine double-acting aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder with a Ø40mm bore and 160mm stroke, G1/4 air ports and a fixed rubber bumper. Its compact riveted body suits push, hold and clamp motion in tight machine spaces.
- BoreØ40 mm
- Stroke160 mm
- Port sizeG1/4
- Acting typeDouble acting
- Rod threadM12×1.25
- CushionRubber bumper (MBLC variant: adjustable air cushion)
About the Airtac MBLC Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MBLC40X160CA
The AirTAC MBLC40X160CA is a double-acting aluminum mini cylinder with a 40mm bore and 160mm stroke. It generates 628N of push force and 528N of pull force at 0.5MPa, making it well-suited for moderate-load positioning tasks. Unlike the base MBL series, this variant uses a screw-adjustable pneumatic air cushion at both stroke ends. You tune the needle to smoothly decelerate the piston, cutting impact shock and vibration on faster moves without acting as a load lock.
This SKU is configured with a CA pivot (clevis) back cover that swings on a pin to accommodate arcing angular loads. It features a G1/4 port, a Ø16 carbon-steel rod with 20µm hard-chrome plating, and an M12x1.25 rod-end thread. The riveted rolling-packed aluminum barrel keeps the body compact for tight spaces, while the heterogeneous two-way grease-retaining piston seal ensures lasting lubrication. Note that this specific model lacks a built-in magnet, so it cannot support CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG position sensors.
Airtac MBLC Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MBLC40X160CA Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MBLC Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MBLC40X160CA |
|---|---|
| Series | MBL aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø40 mm |
| Stroke | 160 mm |
| Acting type | Double acting |
| Port size | G1/4 |
| Rod thread | M12×1.25 |
| 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 (Ø40mm)
| Pressure | Push force | Pull force |
|---|---|---|
| 0.5 MPa | 628 N | 528 N |
| 0.7 MPa | 880 N | — |
| Max (@1.0 MPa) | 128 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 MBLC40X160CA
| MBL | Aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder, double acting. |
|---|---|
| 40 | 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 MBLC40X160CA Is Used
Packaging Diverters
Drives angular sorting arms on packaging lines where the CA pivot absorbs lateral movement and the cushion softens 628N impacts at high cycle rates.
Textile Loom Beaters
Actuates beating mechanisms in textile machinery, using the 160mm stroke and tunable air cushion to manage rapid reciprocating motion without end-cover damage.
Palletizing Grippers
Opens and closes heavy box-handling grippers on compact palletizers, relying on the 0.7MPa 880N push force and compact riveted barrel for tight robotic cells.
Is the Airtac MBLC Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MBLC40X160CA the Right Cylinder?
Step down to the 32mm bore if your application requires less force (it provides 402N push at 0.5MPa), or step up to the 50mm bore for heavier moves (delivering 981N push at 0.5MPa). Choose this MBLC over the fixed-bumper MBL when your cycle speeds are high or the moved mass is heavy enough that a rubber bumper cannot adequately absorb the end-of-stroke impact. Because this SKU has no -S magnet, you cannot mount reed or electronic sensors for stroke detection; if position feedback is required, select an MBLC40X160S variant. The 160mm stroke is within standard limits, but always verify side-load tolerance: the 16mm rod handles moderate stress, yet for long arcing moves the CA pivot bracket is essential to prevent rod bending.
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 MBLC40X160CA FAQ
At 0.5MPa, it provides 628N push and 528N pull. At 0.7MPa, it delivers 880N push. The maximum theoretical force is 128kgf at 1.0MPa. It uses a G1/4 port, a Ø16 rod with an M12x1.25 thread, and operates at speeds of 30-800mm/s.
The cushion is a screw-tunable pneumatic needle at both ends that traps air to decelerate the piston near stroke limits. You adjust it to match your load and speed, which protects the end covers from impact. It only decelerates the motion; it is not a brake and will not hold the load if air pressure is lost.
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