Airtac MBLCJ Adjustable Mini Cylinder MBLCJ20X160-10
The AirTAC Airtac MBLCJ Adjustable Mini Cylinder MBLCJ20X160-10 is a genuine double-acting aluminum-barrel mini cylinder with a Ø20mm bore, a 160mm nominal stroke and a rear adjustable-stroke stopper — trim up to 10mm for a usable window of 150–160mm. Adjustable air cushion (both ends).
- BoreØ20 mm
- Stroke160 mm
- Adjustable150–160 mm
- Port sizeG1/8
- Acting typeDouble acting
- Rod threadM8×1.25
- CushionAdjustable air cushion (both ends)
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About the Airtac MBLCJ Adjustable Mini Cylinder MBLCJ20X160-10
The AirTAC MBLCJ20X160-10 is a compact double-acting aluminum mini cylinder featuring a rear stroke adjuster and an adjustable air cushion at both ends. You can trim up to 10 mm of travel at the rear, yielding a usable stroke window of 150 to 160 mm. Driven by a Ø8 mm carbon-steel rod with 20 µm hard-chrome plating, it delivers 157 N of push force and 132 N of pull force at 0.5 MPa. This 160 mm stroke is well-suited for lighter-duty positioning tasks that need precise end-position tuning. The riveted rolling-packed barrel and heterogeneous two-way grease-retaining piston seal ensure stable friction over long cycles.
This SKU differentiates itself from the fixed-bumper MBLJ by using screw-tunable end-of-stroke deceleration to protect the end covers during faster or heavier moves. The rear stopper sets your travel end position, but it is a mechanical stop, not a load-holding lock; the cylinder cannot hold position without live air. Because this configuration lacks the -S magnet code, it cannot accept a CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG position sensor. The G1/8 port uses a default PT thread form, and the overall length follows the A + 2 x stroke + adjust formula.
Airtac MBLCJ Adjustable Mini Cylinder MBLCJ20X160-10 Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MBLCJ Adjustable Mini Cylinder MBLCJ20X160-10 |
|---|---|
| Series | MBL aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder (adjustable stroke) |
| Bore size | Ø20 mm |
| Nominal stroke | 160 mm |
| Adjustable window | 150–160 mm (trim 10 mm) |
| Acting type | Double acting |
| Port size | G1/8 |
| Rod thread | M8×1.25 |
| 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 300 mm |
The rear stopper sets the end position — it is a travel stop, not a lock. Overall length = A + 2 × stroke + adjustable stroke. MBLJ/MBLCJ mounting is Basic / FA / LB only (no SDB, no back-cover code). Thread options: PT / G / NPT.
Theoretical Output Force (Ø20mm)
| Pressure | Push force | Pull force |
|---|---|---|
| 0.5 MPa | 157 N | 132 N |
| 0.7 MPa | 220 N | — |
| Max (@1.0 MPa) | 32 kgf | |
Actual usable force is lower than theoretical due to friction and back-pressure. Size with a margin.
Model Code: Airtac MBLCJ Adjustable Mini Cylinder MBLCJ20X160-10
| MBLCJ | MBLCJ aluminum-barrel adjustable-stroke mini cylinder with adjustable cushion. |
|---|---|
| 20 | Bore size in mm. |
| ×160 | Nominal stroke length in mm. |
| -10 | Adjustable-stroke amount (mm you can trim at the rear). |
| S | Optional built-in magnet for a CMSG/DMSG/EMSG sensor switch. |
Related: MBLJ (adjustable stroke, fixed bumper), MBL (fixed stroke), MBLD (double rod).
Where the Airtac MBLCJ Adjustable Mini Cylinder MBLCJ20X160-10 Is Used
PCB Router Z-Axis Stop
Uses the 150-160 mm adjustable window to set the exact lower travel limit for a spindle, while the tunable air cushion prevents shock at the stroke end during rapid plunges.
Textile Tensioning Arm
Applies 132 N of pull force at 0.5 MPa to maintain fabric tension, relying on the rear stopper to dial in the exact thread take-up distance.
Small Part Ejector
Pushes lightweight plastic moldings out of a machining fixture with 157 N of force, using the adjustable cushion to soften the retraction stop and avoid cracking the parts.
Is the Airtac MBLCJ Adjustable Mini Cylinder MBLCJ20X160-10 the Right Cylinder?
If you need less force, stepping down is not an option as 20 mm is the smallest available bore in this series. Stepping up to the 25 mm bore gives you 245 N of push force at 0.5 MPa, which is better if your 157 N output is insufficient. Choose this MBLCJ over the MBLJ when your application's speed requires tunable end-deceleration rather than a fixed rubber bumper. Choose it over the MBLC when you need the rear stroke adjustment window (150-160 mm) alongside the cushioning. Remember that the rear adjuster and the air cushion tune travel and deceleration, but neither acts as a lock to hold a load in place without continuous air pressure. Mounting is limited to Basic, FA flange, or LB foot styles; there is no SDB pivot or back-cover option. For an exact replacement, match the 20 mm bore, 160 mm stroke, 10 mm adjust code, G1/8 PT port, and the lack of a magnet.
Quick checklist
- ✓ Required force at your working pressure
- ✓ Adjustable window fits your end position
- ✓ Adjuster is a travel stop, not a lock
- ✓ 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 Set the rear stopper for the end position (a travel stop, not a lock).
- 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 MBLCJ Adjustable Mini Cylinder MBLCJ20X160-10 FAQ
At 0.5 MPa, this 20 mm bore cylinder provides 157 N of push force and 132 N of pull force. At 0.7 MPa, the push force increases to 220 N. The maximum theoretical force is 32 kgf at 1.0 MPa.
The rear stroke adjuster is a mechanical travel stop that lets you trim the end position within a 150 to 160 mm window. The adjustable air cushion is a separate screw-tunable valve that controls end-of-stroke deceleration speed. Neither mechanism is a lock; the cylinder cannot hold a load without live air pressure.
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