Airtac MBLC Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MBLC63X160U
The AirTAC Airtac MBLC Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MBLC63X160U 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 MBLC63X160U
The AirTAC MBLC63X160U is a double-acting, 63 mm bore mini cylinder with a 160 mm stroke, engineered for compact automation requiring substantial force. It delivers 1558 N of push force and 1457 N of pull force at 0.5 MPa, peaking at a theoretical 318 kgf at 1.0 MPa. The U suffix denotes a rigid flat-end back cover for straightforward mounting. Because this specific SKU lacks the -S suffix, it has no built-in magnet and cannot support CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG position sensing.
Unlike the base MBL which relies on a fixed rubber bumper, this MBLC variant features a screw-adjustable pneumatic air cushion at both ends. This allows you to tune the end-of-stroke deceleration to match heavier loads or faster cycle speeds, effectively minimizing impact shock, noise, and end-cover wear. The body utilizes a riveted rolling-packed aluminum barrel for a lightweight, space-saving profile, while the Ø16 mm carbon-steel rod features 20 µm hard-chrome plating paired with a heterogeneous two-way grease-retaining piston seal for prolonged operational life.
Airtac MBLC Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MBLC63X160U Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MBLC Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MBLC63X160U |
|---|---|
| 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 MBLC63X160U
| 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 MBLC63X160U Is Used
Injection Mold Ejection
Providing 1558 N of push force at 0.5 MPa, this cylinder drives mold ejector pins on 160 mm strokes, using the adjustable air cushion to decelerate the heavy platen smoothly and prevent mold face damage.
Pallet Transfer Stopper
Acts as a heavy-duty stop gate in high-throughput pallet handling lines, where the tunable end-cushioning absorbs the kinetic energy of incoming 50 kg loads without jarring the conveyor frame.
Carton Case Pusher
Executes 160 mm retraction and extension strokes to divert heavy beverage cartons off a main packaging belt, relying on the compact riveted aluminum body to fit within tight transfer zone clearances.
Is the Airtac MBLC Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MBLC63X160U the Right Cylinder?
Choosing this 63 mm bore makes sense when your application demands high thrust—1558 N push at 0.5 MPa—in a compact footprint. If you need less force, stepping down to the 50 mm bore yields 981 N of push force at 0.5 MPa. Since 63 mm is the largest standard size in this mini-cylinder family, you cannot step up within the MBLC range; for even higher forces, you would need to transition to a larger ISO 15552 profile cylinder. The 160 mm stroke hits a sweet spot for medium-travel tasks. Opt for the MBLC over the fixed-bumper MBL when your cycle speeds are high or the moved mass is significant enough that a rigid rubber stop would cause damaging vibration or premature wear. Remember that the adjustable cushion only decelerates the piston near the stroke ends; it is not a braking lock. A plain double-acting cylinder will drift or drop if air pressure is lost or exhausted, so fit an external rod lock or pilot-operated check valve if you need true fail-safe position holding. This U-flat-end configuration uses a default PT tapered port thread and a rigid rear 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 MBLC63X160U 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, the push force increases to 2181 N. The maximum theoretical force is 318 kgf at 1.0 MPa. It uses a G1/4 port, a Ø16 mm rod with an M14x1.5 rod-end thread, and operates at speeds between 30-800 mm/s.
Because this SKU lacks the -S suffix, it has no internal magnet and cannot accept CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG sensor switches. The cushion is a screw-adjustable pneumatic air cushion at both ends; you tune the needle valve to match your load and speed, allowing trapped air to decelerate the piston smoothly near the stroke ends rather than slamming into a fixed rubber bumper.
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