
The AirTAC Airtac MBLCJ Adjustable Mini Cylinder MBLCJ32X20-10S is a genuine double-acting aluminum-barrel mini cylinder with a Ø32mm bore, a 20mm nominal stroke and a rear adjustable-stroke stopper — trim up to 10mm for a usable window of 10–20mm. Adjustable air cushion (both ends).
The AirTAC MBLCJ32X20-10S is a compact double-acting mini cylinder featuring a Ø12 mm hard-chrome plated rod and a built-in magnet. It delivers 402 N of push force at 0.5 MPa, making it well-suited for high-impact short-stroke tasks. A rear mechanical adjuster allows you to trim the nominal 20 mm stroke down by 10 mm, creating a precise 10-20 mm usable travel window.
Unlike the standard MBLJ bumper, this model incorporates a screw-tunable air cushion at both ends to decelerate the piston near the stroke extremes. The riveted aluminum barrel and grease-retaining piston seal ensure consistent friction. Remember that the rear stopper sets the travel end position but does not lock the load in place; external guidance is still required to absorb lateral stresses.
| Model | Airtac MBLCJ Adjustable Mini Cylinder MBLCJ32X20-10S |
|---|---|
| Series | MBL aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder (adjustable stroke) |
| Bore size | Ø32 mm |
| Nominal stroke | 20 mm |
| Adjustable window | 10–20 mm (trim 10 mm) |
| Acting type | Double acting |
| Port size | G1/8 |
| Rod thread | M10×1.25 |
| 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 500 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.
| Pressure | Push force | Pull force |
|---|---|---|
| 0.5 MPa | 402 N | 346 N |
| 0.7 MPa | 563 N | — |
| Max (@1.0 MPa) | 82 kgf | |
Actual usable force is lower than theoretical due to friction and back-pressure. Size with a margin.
| MBLCJ | MBLCJ aluminum-barrel adjustable-stroke mini cylinder with adjustable cushion. |
|---|---|
| 32 | Bore size in mm. |
| ×20 | 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).
Uses the 10-20 mm fine-tuned stroke window to nudge circuit boards into exact alignment on an SMT conveyor without overshooting.
Leverages the 402 N push force and tunable air cushion to seat small rivets smoothly, avoiding the harsh impact of a fixed bumper.
Deploys the -S magnet with an EMSG solid-state switch to trigger rapid ejection of small plastic parts from a mold cavity.
For applications needing less force, the Ø25 bore offers 245 N at 0.5 MPa, while stepping up to the Ø40 bore provides 628 N for heavier pushing. The defining advantage of this MBLCJ over the MBLJ is the adjustable air cushion, which absorbs kinetic energy to protect the end covers during rapid cycles. The rear stroke adjuster and the cushion valves regulate travel length and deceleration respectively, but neither component acts as a mechanical brake to hold a load without continuous air pressure.
When ordering a replacement, verify the 32 mm bore, 20 mm stroke, 10 mm adjust code, G1/8 port, and PT thread form. This SKU includes the -S magnet for position sensing and supports Basic, FA, or LB mounting. Because the overall length equals A + 2 x stroke + adjust, confirm your spatial envelope before installation.
Quick checklist
At 0.5 MPa, the push force is 402 N and the pull force is 346 N. At 0.7 MPa, the push force increases to 563 N. The maximum theoretical force is 82 kgf at 1.0 MPa.
The rear adjuster lets you trim the travel by 10 mm, providing a usable 10-20 mm window. This acts strictly as a travel stop and does not lock or hold the load. The separate adjustable air cushion only controls end-of-stroke deceleration.
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