Airtac MBLCJ Adjustable Mini Cylinder MBLCJ40X160-10
The AirTAC Airtac MBLCJ Adjustable Mini Cylinder MBLCJ40X160-10 is a genuine double-acting aluminum-barrel mini cylinder with a Ø40mm 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).
- BoreØ40 mm
- Stroke160 mm
- Adjustable150–160 mm
- Port sizeG1/4
- Acting typeDouble acting
- Rod threadM12×1.25
- CushionAdjustable air cushion (both ends)
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About the Airtac MBLCJ Adjustable Mini Cylinder MBLCJ40X160-10
The AirTAC MBLCJ40X160-10 is a compact double-acting aluminum mini cylinder featuring a rear stroke adjuster and an adjustable air cushion at both ends. It delivers 628 N push and 528 N pull force at 0.5 MPa. The rear stopper allows you to trim up to 10 mm of travel, creating a usable stroke window of 150 to 160 mm. This is ideal for fine-tuning end positions without machining hard stops. The tunable cushioning uses a screw needle valve to decelerate heavier loads near the stroke ends, protecting the end covers from impact damage.
This SKU uses a G1/4 port and a Ø16 mm carbon-steel rod with 20 µm hard-chrome plating. It has no built-in magnet, meaning it cannot accept a CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG position sensor. The riveted rolling-packed barrel and heterogeneous two-way grease-retaining piston seal maintain consistent lubrication. The rear adjuster acts purely as a mechanical travel stop; it does not lock or hold the load in place when air pressure is removed.
Airtac MBLCJ Adjustable Mini Cylinder MBLCJ40X160-10 Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MBLCJ Adjustable Mini Cylinder MBLCJ40X160-10 |
|---|---|
| Series | MBL aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder (adjustable stroke) |
| Bore size | Ø40 mm |
| Nominal stroke | 160 mm |
| Adjustable window | 150–160 mm (trim 10 mm) |
| Acting type | Double acting |
| Port size | G1/4 |
| Rod thread | M12×1.25 |
| 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.
Theoretical Output Force (Ø40mm)
| Pressure | Push force | Pull force |
|---|---|---|
| 0.5 MPa | 628 N | 528 N |
| 0.7 MPa | 880 N | — |
| Max (@1.0 MPa) | 128 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 MBLCJ40X160-10
| MBLCJ | MBLCJ aluminum-barrel adjustable-stroke mini cylinder with adjustable cushion. |
|---|---|
| 40 | 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 MBLCJ40X160-10 Is Used
PCB Router Z-Axis
Controls the plunge depth of a spindle router on a PCB prototyping machine, using the 10 mm rear stop to precisely dial in the 150-160 mm cutting depth window.
Bottle Capper Heads
Drives capping heads on a rotary bottling line, using the tunable air cushion to softly seat caps without shattering glass bottles at the end of the stroke.
Textile Fabric Nip
Actuates a nip roller assembly in a textile finishing machine, providing 628 N of clamping force to pull fabric through a drying oven.
Is the Airtac MBLCJ Adjustable Mini Cylinder MBLCJ40X160-10 the Right Cylinder?
Step down to the 32 mm bore if your load requires less force (402 N push at 0.5 MPa), or step up to the 50 mm bore for heavier payloads (981 N push at 0.5 MPa). Choose this MBLCJ over the MBLJ if your application moves enough mass to require tunable end-of-stroke deceleration rather than a fixed rubber bumper. If you need a fixed end position without rear adjustment, consider the MBLC variant.
Remember that the 10 mm rear adjuster is a travel stop, not a lock; the cylinder will drift if air is removed, so use an external locking mechanism for fail-safe holding. Mounting is limited to Basic, FA, or LB styles, as the MBLCJ series does not support SDB pivot or back-cover options. For an exact replacement, match the 40 mm bore, 160 mm stroke, 10 mm adjust code, G1/4 port, PT thread, and note the absence of the -S magnet suffix.
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 MBLCJ40X160-10 FAQ
At 0.5 MPa, the push force is 628 N and the pull force is 528 N. At 0.7 MPa, the push force is 880 N. The maximum theoretical force is 128 kgf at 1.0 MPa.
The rear stroke adjustment is a mechanical travel stop that physically limits the rod extension window to 150-160 mm. The adjustable air cushion is a separate screw needle valve that regulates exhaust flow to decelerate the piston near the end of its travel. Neither feature locks or holds the load in place without continuous air pressure.
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