Airtac MBLC Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MBLC50X10U
The AirTAC Airtac MBLC Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MBLC50X10U is a genuine double-acting aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder with a Ø50mm bore and 10mm stroke, G1/4 air ports and a fixed rubber bumper. Its compact riveted body suits push, hold and clamp motion in tight machine spaces.
- BoreØ50 mm
- Stroke10 mm
- Port sizeG1/4
- Acting typeDouble acting
- Rod threadM14×1.5
- CushionRubber bumper (MBLC variant: adjustable air cushion)
About the Airtac MBLC Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MBLC50X10U
The AirTAC MBLC50X10U is a double-acting, 50 mm bore aluminum mini cylinder engineered for extremely short 10 mm strokes. It delivers a robust 981 N of push force and 881 N of pull force at 0.5 MPa, making it ideal for high-impact, brief travel sequences. A defining feature of this MBLC variant is the screw-adjustable pneumatic cushion at both ends, which allows you to tune the end-of-stroke deceleration to match heavy loads and high speeds, effectively minimizing impact shock and vibration.
This model features a U-type flat-end back cover for rigid mounting and uses a G1/4 port paired with a Ø16 mm carbon-steel rod plated with 20 µm hard chrome for wear resistance. The riveted rolling-packed aluminum barrel keeps the assembly compact and lightweight for tight spaces. Note that this specific SKU lacks the -S suffix, meaning it is not equipped with a built-in magnet and cannot support CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG position sensors.
Airtac MBLC Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MBLC50X10U Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MBLC Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MBLC50X10U |
|---|---|
| Series | MBL aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø50 mm |
| Stroke | 10 mm |
| Acting type | Double acting |
| Port size | G1/4 |
| Rod thread | M14×1.5 |
| 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 (Ø50mm)
| Pressure | Push force | Pull force |
|---|---|---|
| 0.5 MPa | 982 N | 881 N |
| 0.7 MPa | 1374 N | — |
| Max (@1.0 MPa) | 200 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 MBLC50X10U
| MBL | Aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder, double acting. |
|---|---|
| 50 | Bore size in mm. |
| ×10 | 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 MBLC50X10U Is Used
Pneumatic Staking Press
Executes 10 mm staking operations for sheet metal brackets, using the 981 N push force to form rivet heads while the adjustable cushion absorbs the sudden end-stop shock.
Flight Transfer Diverter
Snaps a 10 mm diverter arm into place on a packaging conveyor, leveraging the 881 N pull force to retract rapidly without slamming the flat U-type back cover.
Carton Flap Folder
Folds corrugated carton flaps in a continuous packaging line, where the tunable air cushion prevents the piston from violently striking the end covers during 800 mm/s cycles.
Is the Airtac MBLC Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MBLC50X10U the Right Cylinder?
With a 981 N push force at 0.5 MPa, this 50 mm bore fits mid-range applications; if you need less force, step down to the 40 mm bore offering 628 N, or step up to the 63 mm bore providing 1558 N. Choose this MBLC cushioned model over the base MBL when your short-stroke cycle runs at high frequency or moves a heavier mass, as the fixed rubber bumper of the MBL cannot absorb the repeated kinetic energy as smoothly. Because the stroke is only 10 mm, side-load stress on the rod is minimal, but remember that the adjustable air cushion only decelerates motion near the ends—it does not lock the rod or hold position if air pressure is lost. For exact replacement matching, verify the 50 mm bore, 10 mm stroke, G1/4 port, PT thread, U flat-end cover, and the absence of a magnet.
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 MBLC50X10U FAQ
This 50 mm bore cylinder generates a push force of 981 N and a pull force of 881 N at 0.5 MPa. At 0.7 MPa, the push force increases to 1374 N. The maximum theoretical force is 200 kgf at 1.0 MPa.
The MBLC50X10U features a screw-tunable needle valve at both ends that traps a small amount of exhaust air to decelerate the piston smoothly before it hits the end cover. You adjust the needle to match your load and speed, which significantly reduces impact noise and vibration compared to a fixed rubber bumper. It is strictly a deceleration device and does not lock or hold the load in place.
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