
The AirTAC Airtac MBLCJ Adjustable Mini Cylinder MBLCJ50X40-40S is a genuine double-acting aluminum-barrel mini cylinder with a Ø50mm bore, a 40mm nominal stroke and a rear adjustable-stroke stopper — trim up to 40mm for a usable window of 0–40mm. Adjustable air cushion (both ends).
The AirTAC MBLCJ50X40-40S is a compact double-acting aluminum mini cylinder engineered for heavy-duty positioning in tight spaces. It features a rear stroke adjuster allowing you to trim up to 40 mm of travel, creating a usable window from 0 to 40 mm for precise end-position tuning. Equipped with an adjustable air cushion at both ends, it provides screw-tunable deceleration to protect the end covers during high-impact moves. Delivering 981 N of push force at 0.5 MPa, this 50 mm bore unit handles substantial loads within a short 40 mm stroke.
This SKU includes a built-in magnet (-S) for compatibility with AirTAC CMSG reed and DMSG/EMSG electronic sensor switches to track rod position. The riveted rolling-packed barrel and heterogeneous two-way grease-retaining piston seal maintain consistent lubrication, while the carbon-steel rod features 20 µm hard-chrome plating to resist corrosion and scoring. Unlike the base MBLJ which relies on a fixed rubber bumper, the MBLCJ series allows you to fine-tune the end-of-stroke deceleration to match your load's mass and velocity.
| Model | Airtac MBLCJ Adjustable Mini Cylinder MBLCJ50X40-40S |
|---|---|
| Series | MBL aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder (adjustable stroke) |
| Bore size | Ø50 mm |
| Nominal stroke | 40 mm |
| Adjustable window | 0–40 mm (trim 40 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 | 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 | 982 N | 881 N |
| 0.7 MPa | 1374 N | — |
| Max (@1.0 MPa) | 200 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. |
|---|---|
| 50 | Bore size in mm. |
| ×40 | Nominal stroke length in mm. |
| -40 | 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).
Handles the 981 N push force required to eject dense plastic parts from tight mold cavities, using the 0-40 mm stroke adjustment to compensate for varying mold thicknesses without remounting.
Drives a heavy-duty cutting blade at high speed, relying on the adjustable air cushion to decelerate the 881 N pull load smoothly and prevent end-cover damage during rapid cycling.
Uses the built-in magnet with DMSG solid-state sensors to confirm gate closure on a high-speed SMT line, ensuring precise board routing under the 1374 N force available at 0.7 MPa.
Select this 50 mm bore model when your application requires 981 N of push force at 0.5 MPa within a highly confined footprint. If you need less force, the 40 mm bore yields 628 N and offers a smaller body profile; if you require greater thrust, stepping up to the 63 mm bore provides 1558 N. The MBLCJ is preferred over the MBLJ when your moving mass demands tunable pneumatic cushioning rather than a fixed rubber bumper, and over the MBLC when you need the rear travel adjuster to dial in the exact end position.
Remember that the rear stopper sets the travel end and the cushion only decelerates; neither is a lock, so the rod will drift if air is removed. Mounting is limited to Basic, FA (flange), or LB (foot) as there is no back-cover or SDB pivot option. To match this exact replacement SKU, specify: 50 mm bore, 40 mm stroke, 40 mm adjust code, PT thread, G1/4 port, and the -S magnet. Given the short 40 mm stroke, side-load stress on the Ø16 rod is minimal, but external guides are always recommended for lateral loads.
Quick checklist
At 0.5 MPa, this 50 mm bore cylinder provides 981 N of push force and 881 N of pull force. At 0.7 MPa, the push force increases to 1374 N. The maximum theoretical force is 200 kgf (1961 N) at 1.0 MPa.
The adjustable stroke is a rear travel stopper that lets you trim the rod's end position within a 0 to 40 mm usable window. The adjustable air cushion is a screw-tunable valve that regulates air exhaust to decelerate the load near the stroke ends. Neither holds the load in place; the cylinder requires live air to maintain position.
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