Airtac MBLC Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MBLC50X160CA
The AirTAC Airtac MBLC Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MBLC50X160CA is a genuine double-acting aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder with a Ø50mm 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.
- BoreØ50 mm
- Stroke160 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 MBLC50X160CA
The AirTAC MBLC50X160CA is a double-acting, 50mm bore aluminum mini cylinder engineered with a screw-adjustable pneumatic cushion at both ends. It yields 981 N of push force and 881 N of pull force at 0.5 MPa, making this 160 mm stroke well-proportioned for mid-range positioning tasks. The integrated CA pivot clevis allows the body to swing freely on a pin, accommodating arcing or angular loads without binding.
This variant uses a G1/4 port and a 20 µm hard-chrome carbon-steel rod with an M14x1.5 end thread. The riveted rolling-packed aluminum barrel keeps the frame light and spatially compact, while the heterogeneous two-way grease-retaining piston seal sustains lubrication over high-speed cycles. Note that this specific SKU lacks a built-in magnet, meaning it cannot accept CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG position sensors.
Airtac MBLC Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MBLC50X160CA Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MBLC Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MBLC50X160CA |
|---|---|
| Series | MBL aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø50 mm |
| Stroke | 160 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 MBLC50X160CA
| MBL | Aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder, double acting. |
|---|---|
| 50 | 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 MBLC50X160CA Is Used
Textile Loom Let-Off
Drives the tensioning arm on a weaving loom where the CA clevis absorbs fabric web vibration, while the cushion prevents jarring snaps at 160 mm stroke ends.
Package Divert Arm
Pivots a routing flap on a logistics sorter; the 981 N push at 0.5 MPa easily deflects heavy cartons, and the adjustable cushion halts the 50 mm piston gently.
Feed Bin Gate
Actuates an angular discharge flap on a bulk feed hopper, relying on the pivot back cover to accommodate the swing arc of the heavy granular load.
Is the Airtac MBLC Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MBLC50X160CA the Right Cylinder?
If your application requires less thrust, the adjacent 40 mm bore provides 628 N of push at 0.5 MPa, whereas stepping up to the 63 mm bore yields 1558 N. Select this MBLC version over the base MBL when your mechanism cycles rapidly or moves a heavier mass, as the tunable needle decelerates the piston smoothly near stroke ends to protect the end covers from impact. Keep in mind the air cushion only governs end-of-stroke velocity; it is not a brake, and the rod will drift if air is lost. For replacements, match the 50 mm bore, 160 mm stroke, G1/4 port, PT thread, CA pivot back cover, and non-magnet configuration.
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 MBLC50X160CA FAQ
At 0.5 MPa, this 50 mm double-acting cylinder provides 981 N of push force and 881 N of pull force. At 0.7 MPa, the push increases to 1374 N. The maximum theoretical force is 200 kgf at 1.0 MPa, and the operational speed range spans 30-800 mm/s.
A screw-tunable needle at each end traps a pocket of exhaust air to decelerate the piston smoothly before it strikes the end cover. You dial the needle to match your specific load and velocity, which is critical for the 50 mm bore's heavier mass compared to a fixed rubber bumper. This cushion only slows the rod near the ends; it does not lock or hold the load in place.
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