Airtac MBLC Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MBLC50X500CA
The AirTAC Airtac MBLC Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MBLC50X500CA is a genuine double-acting aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder with a Ø50mm bore and 500mm 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
- Stroke500 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 MBLC50X500CA
The AirTAC MBLC50X500CA is a double-acting aluminum mini cylinder engineered for long 500 mm strokes, delivering 981 N of push force at 0.5 MPa. Its riveted rolling-packed barrel keeps the body compact and lightweight for tight assemblies, while the Ø16 hard-chrome carbon-steel rod resists corrosion and wear via a heterogeneous two-way grease-retaining piston seal.
Unlike the fixed rubber bumper on the base MBL, this variant utilizes a screw-adjustable pneumatic air cushion at both ends to decelerate the piston smoothly. The CA pivot back cover swings on a pin to accommodate arcing loads, which is critical when managing momentum over a half-meter travel. Note that this specific SKU lacks a built-in magnet, so it cannot support CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG sensor switches for rod position detection.
Airtac MBLC Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MBLC50X500CA Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MBLC Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MBLC50X500CA |
|---|---|
| Series | MBL aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø50 mm |
| Stroke | 500 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 MBLC50X500CA
| MBL | Aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder, double acting. |
|---|---|
| 50 | 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 MBLC50X500CA Is Used
Pallet Transfer Diverters
Uses the 981 N thrust and 500 mm travel to push heavy pallets onto branching conveyor lanes, relying on the CA pivot to absorb angular misalignment during the arc.
Textile Beam Indexing
Shifts large fabric beams across processing stations where the half-meter stroke is essential, tuning the needle cushion to prevent sudden jerks that could snap delicate yarns.
Warehouse Tote Pushers
Deploys the full 500 mm extension to slide heavy totes from roller conveyors into sorting chutes, with the adjustable cushion softening the end-of-stroke impact during rapid cycling.
Is the Airtac MBLC Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MBLC50X500CA the Right Cylinder?
Select this 50 mm bore when an application requires 981 N of push force at 0.5 MPa across a 500 mm arc. If you need less force, step down to the 40 mm bore (628 N push); if you require more power, step up to the 63 mm bore (1558 N push). The PT port thread and M14x1.5 rod-end thread are fixed to this bore size.
Because the stroke reaches 500 mm, the Ø16 rod has limited tolerance for side-loading and risks bending under offset masses. To manage this, rely on the CA pivot cover to absorb angular movement, use an external guide rail, or switch to an MBLD double-rod cylinder for rigid anti-rotation. Remember that the adjustable air cushion only decelerates the piston near the stroke ends; it is not a brake and will not hold the load if air pressure drops.
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 MBLC50X500CA FAQ
This 50 mm bore cylinder provides a push force of 981 N and a pull force of 881 N at 0.5 MPa. At 0.7 MPa, the push increases to 1374 N. The maximum theoretical force is 200 kgf at 1.0 MPa. It uses a G1/4 port, a Ø16 mm rod, and an M14x1.5 rod-end thread.
No, this specific SKU does not have the -S code, meaning it lacks a built-in magnet. Without the internal magnet, you cannot mount CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG sensor switches to detect rod position. You would need the MBLC50X500CAS variant to enable electronic or reed sensor tracking.
Authorized Export Seller
Genuine AirTAC parts produced by AirTAC factory.
1-Year Warranty
Covers non-human-caused product damage.
Fast Dispatch
Standard models usually ship in 3-4 days.
Fast Reply
Most inquiries answered within 7-8 hours.
Request a Quote for Airtac MBLC Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MBLC50X500CA
Send us the quantity and destination. We confirm price, stock and lead time — usually within 7-8 hours.