Airtac MBLC Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MBLC63X160CA
The AirTAC Airtac MBLC Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MBLC63X160CA is a genuine double-acting aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder with a Ø63mm 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.
- BoreØ63 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 MBLC63X160CA
The AirTAC MBLC63X160CA is a double-acting aluminum mini cylinder engineered for heavy-duty compact automation, delivering a robust 1558 N of push force and 1457 N of pull force at 0.5 MPa. Its 160 mm stroke provides ample travel for mid-length actuation tasks. Unlike the base MBL series which relies on a fixed rubber bumper, this MBLC variant features a screw-adjustable pneumatic air cushion at both ends. By tuning the needle valves, you actively decelerate the piston near the stroke extremes, effectively absorbing kinetic energy to reduce end-cover impact, vibration, and noise during high-speed or high-mass cycles.
This specific SKU is configured with a CA pivot clevis back cover, allowing the cylinder body to swing on a pin to accommodate arcing or angular loads without binding. It utilizes a Ø16 mm carbon-steel rod with 20 µm hard-chrome plating and a heterogeneous two-way grease-retaining piston seal for extended operational life. The riveted rolling-packed aluminum barrel keeps the unit lightweight and compact, while the G1/4 port and M14x1.5 rod-end thread match the high flow and structural demands of the 63 mm bore. Note that this model is supplied without a built-in magnet, meaning it cannot support CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG position sensors.
Airtac MBLC Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MBLC63X160CA Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MBLC Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MBLC63X160CA |
|---|---|
| Series | MBL aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø63 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 (Ø63mm)
| Pressure | Push force | Pull force |
|---|---|---|
| 0.5 MPa | 1559 N | 1458 N |
| 0.7 MPa | 2182 N | — |
| Max (@1.0 MPa) | 318 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 MBLC63X160CA
| MBL | Aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder, double acting. |
|---|---|
| 63 | 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 MBLC63X160CA Is Used
Injection Mold Ejection
Provides the 1558 N push force required to eject dense plastic parts from molding machinery, using the tunable cushion to soften the end-of-stroke stop and protect the mold face.
Pallet Diverting Arm
Swings heavy product diverters on a packaging line; the CA pivot clevis absorbs the angular load while the air cushion prevents shock damage during rapid 160 mm strokes.
Heavy Carton Indexing
Pushes loaded corrugated cartons into a strapping station, relying on the 1457 N pull force to retract the arm smoothly under high cyclic demand.
Is the Airtac MBLC Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MBLC63X160CA the Right Cylinder?
When sizing this 63 mm bore actuator, step down to the 50 mm bore if your application requires less force (981 N push at 0.5 MPa), or step up if you need maximum thrust—though 63 mm is the largest bore available in the MBL/MBLC mini series, offering a top theoretical output of 318 kgf at 1.0 MPa. Choose the MBLC over the standard MBL when your cycle speeds or moving masses outpace the absorption capability of a fixed rubber bumper. Because this 160 mm stroke is below the 300 mm threshold, side-load bending risks are moderate, but the CA pivot mount is specifically beneficial here to self-align angular rod loads. For replacement, match the 63 mm bore, 160 mm stroke, G1/4 port, PT thread, CA pivot back cover, and confirm no magnet is required. Keep in mind the adjustable cushion only decelerates the rod near the ends; it does not hold position if air pressure is lost.
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 MBLC63X160CA FAQ
At 0.5 MPa, this 63 mm bore cylinder provides 1558 N of push force and 1457 N of pull force. At 0.7 MPa, push increases to 2181 N, with a maximum theoretical output of 318 kgf at 1.0 MPa. It uses a G1/4 port, a Ø16 mm rod, and an M14x1.5 rod-end thread.
The cushion is a screw-tunable pneumatic needle valve at both ends of the stroke. By restricting exhaust flow as the piston nears the end cap, it traps a pocket of air to decelerate the load smoothly. This reduces impact and noise on fast cycles, outperforming a fixed rubber bumper, but it is strictly a deceleration device and not a braking lock.
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