Airtac MBLC Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MBLC50X160U
The AirTAC Airtac MBLC Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MBLC50X160U 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 MBLC50X160U
The AirTAC MBLC50X160U is a double-acting aluminum mini cylinder featuring a 50 mm bore and 160 mm stroke, engineered with screw-adjustable pneumatic cushioning at both ends. It delivers a robust 981 N push force at 0.5 MPa, making it well-suited for moving heavier masses through a 160 mm travel distance where a fixed rubber bumper would risk end-cover damage.
This U-coded variant uses a rigid flat-end rear cover for straightforward fixed mounting. It relies on a riveted rolling-packed aluminum barrel for a compact, lightweight profile rather than a bulky rebuildable tie-rod design. Inside, a heterogeneous two-way grease-retaining piston seal pairs with a 20 µm hard-chrome plated carbon-steel rod (Ø16 mm) to maintain lubrication and resist wear. Note that because this specific SKU lacks the -S suffix, it has no built-in magnet and cannot host a CMSG, DMSG or EMSG position sensor.
Airtac MBLC Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MBLC50X160U Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MBLC Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MBLC50X160U |
|---|---|
| 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 MBLC50X160U
| 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 MBLC50X160U Is Used
Pallet Diverter Arm
Cushions the 160 mm stroke when pushing heavy 981 N loaded pallets onto a secondary packaging line at high speed, preventing end-cap shock.
CNC Lathe Guard Door
Drives a 50 mm bore actuator to rapidly open and close a heavy machine tool safety enclosure, using the adjustable needle to soften the end-of-travel stop.
Corrugated Box Flap Folder
Provides the 881 N pull force needed to fold thick cardboard carton flaps in continuous packaging lines, tuned to avoid crushing the board at stroke ends.
Is the Airtac MBLC Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MBLC50X160U the Right Cylinder?
Select this 50 mm bore when an application demands 981 N of thrust at 0.5 MPa and a 160 mm stroke. If your load requires less force, stepping down to the 40 mm bore provides 628 N push at 0.5 MPa; conversely, scaling up to the 63 mm bore yields 1558 N. Choose this MBLC cushioned version over the base MBL when cycling faster or moving heavier payloads that would prematurely wear out a fixed rubber bumper.
Because this SKU features a U flat-end cover, it mounts rigidly, making it ideal for straight-line push operations rather than arcing movements. Note that the adjustable air cushion only decelerates the piston near the stroke ends to reduce impact and noise—it is not a locking mechanism. A plain double-acting cylinder will drift if air pressure is lost or the valve centers, so fit an external rod lock or pilot-operated check valve if position holding is required. Replacement specifications must match the 50 mm bore, 160 mm stroke, G1/4 port, PT thread, and U back cover.
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 MBLC50X160U FAQ
This 50 mm bore cylinder uses a G1/4 port and a Ø16 mm rod. At 0.5 MPa it provides 981 N push and 881 N pull force. At 0.7 MPa, push increases to 1374 N. The maximum theoretical force is 200 kgf at 1.0 MPa.
A screw-tunable needle valve at each end traps exhaust air to decelerate the piston smoothly before it hits the end cover. You dial it in to match the load and speed, which cuts impact noise and vibration. It functions only as an end-of-stroke damper, not a brake or load lock.
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