Airtac MBLCD Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MBLCD50X60
The AirTAC Airtac MBLCD Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MBLCD50X60 is a genuine double-acting double-rod aluminum-barrel mini cylinder with a Ø50mm bore and 60mm stroke. A rod exits both end covers, so extend and retract force are EQUAL — about 881 N each way at 0.5 MPa. Adjustable air cushion (both ends).
- BoreØ50 mm
- Stroke60 mm
- Port sizeG1/4
- Acting typeDouble acting, double rod
- Rod threadM14×1.5
- CushionAdjustable air cushion (both ends)
About the Airtac MBLCD Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MBLCD50X60
The AirTAC MBLCD50X60 is a compact double-acting twin-rod mini cylinder featuring an adjustable air cushion at both ends and a 60mm stroke. Because a Ø16mm carbon-steel rod protrudes from both covers, the effective piston area is identical on extension and retraction, yielding an equal 881N of force in both directions at 0.5 MPa. This symmetric thrust is crucial for mechanisms requiring perfectly balanced dual-side actuation.
The screw-tunable end cushions decelerate the piston near stroke extremes to absorb kinetic energy and protect the riveted aluminum end covers during faster cycles, a distinct upgrade over the fixed rubber bumper found on the MBLD series. The 60mm stroke suits short index movements, while the rear rod end can mount a cam or flag to trigger external limit switches. Note that this specific SKU lacks a built-in magnet, meaning it cannot support CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG electronic position sensors without physical modification.
Airtac MBLCD Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MBLCD50X60 Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MBLCD Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MBLCD50X60 |
|---|---|
| Series | MBL aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder (double rod) |
| Bore size | Ø50 mm |
| Stroke | 60 mm |
| Acting type | Double acting, double rod |
| 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 | Adjustable air cushion (both ends) |
| Max standard stroke | Up to 500 mm |
Double-rod overall length = A + 2 × stroke — leave clearance for the rear rod. MBLD/MBLCD mounting is Basic / FA / LB only (no SDB, no back-cover code). Thread options: PT / G / NPT.
Output Force (Ø50mm, equal both ways)
| Pressure | Extend & retract force |
|---|---|
| 0.5 MPa | 881 N |
| 0.7 MPa | 1234 N |
| Max (@1.0 MPa) | 180 kgf |
A rod on both piston faces makes the annulus area equal, so extend and retract force (and speed) are the same. Actual usable force is lower due to friction.
Model Code: Airtac MBLCD Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MBLCD50X60
| MBLCD | MBLCD aluminum-barrel double-rod mini cylinder with adjustable cushion. |
|---|---|
| 50 | Bore size in mm. |
| ×60 | Stroke length in mm. |
| S | Optional built-in magnet for a CMSG/DMSG/EMSG sensor switch. |
| FA / LB | Mounting: FA flange or LB foot (no SDB on double-rod). |
Related: MBLD (double rod, fixed bumper), MBLC (single rod + cushion), MBL (single rod).
Where the Airtac MBLCD Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MBLCD50X60 Is Used
PCB Conveyor Lifting Gate
Uses the 881N symmetric thrust to raise and lower a dual-rail conveyor section in a surface mount machine, relying on the twin-rod design to prevent gate binding across the 60mm stroke.
Textile Web Guide
Drives a pivoting fabric guide roller in a textile mill where equal force both ways ensures smooth left-right tracking correction without overshooting, aided by tunable cushions.
Packaging Flap Folder
Folds carton flaps synchronously on a continuous packaging line, using the rear protruding rod to mechanically trigger a glue gun cam at the precise end of the 60mm stroke.
Is the Airtac MBLCD Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MBLCD50X60 the Right Cylinder?
When sizing this 50mm bore actuator, consider stepping down to the 32mm bore (346N at 0.5 MPa) for lighter guiding tasks, or stepping up to the 63mm bore (1457N at 0.5 MPa) if your payload demands higher thrust. The MBLCD is preferred over the single-rod MBLC when you need twin-rod anti-rotation resistance or a rear mounting point for a secondary tool. Mounting is restricted to Basic, FA flange, or LB foot styles; the MBLCD design completely omits the SDB pivot and rear back-cover (CA/U) options. The PT-threaded G1/4 port matches the 50mm bore standard. Remember that the adjustable air cushion only decelerates the load near the end of travel; it does not lock the rod, so an external holding mechanism is required to maintain position without continuous air pressure.
Quick checklist
- ✓ Equal force both ways at your pressure
- ✓ Rear-rod clearance (length = A + 2 × stroke)
- ✓ Mounting: Basic / FA / LB only
- ✓ Magnet (S) for sensors?
- ✓ Side load — add a guide on long strokes
Installation & Maintenance Notes
- check Use clean air filtered to 40µm or finer.
- check Keep within 0.15 – 1.0 MPa operating pressure.
- check Leave clearance for the rear rod (length = A + 2 × stroke).
- check Avoid side load; add an external guide on long strokes.
- check Mounting: Basic / FA flange / LB foot (no SDB, no back-cover code).
- check Installation by qualified personnel per AirTAC docs.
Airtac MBLCD Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MBLCD50X60 FAQ
The MBLCD50X60 provides equal force in both directions: 881N at 0.5 MPa, 1233N at 0.7 MPa, and a theoretical maximum of 180 kgf at 1.0 MPa. The adjustable air cushion only decelerates the load at the stroke ends; it is not a locking mechanism, so the rod will drift if air pressure is removed.
The MBLCD features screw-tunable adjustable air cushions at both ends, protecting the end covers from impact during faster cycles, unlike the MBLD which relies on a fixed rubber bumper. This specific SKU does not have a built-in magnet (-S), so it cannot support CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG position sensors directly.
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