Airtac MBLD Dual Axis Type Mini Cylinder MBLD20X160S
The AirTAC MBLD Dual Axis Type Mini Cylinder MBLD20X160S is a genuine double-acting double-rod aluminum-barrel mini cylinder with a Ø20mm bore and 160mm stroke. A rod exits both end covers, so extend and retract force are EQUAL — about 132 N each way at 0.5 MPa. Fixed rubber bumper.
- BoreØ20 mm
- Stroke160 mm
- Port sizeG1/8
- Acting typeDouble acting, double rod
- Rod threadM8×1.25
- CushionFixed rubber bumper
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About the Airtac MBLD Dual Axis Type Mini Cylinder MBLD20X160S
The AirTAC MBLD20X160S is a compact double-acting double-rod aluminum mini cylinder. Because a rod exits both ends, the annulus area is identical on extend and retract, yielding 132 N of force each way at 0.5 MPa. A 160 mm stroke on a 20 mm bore suits extended reach pick-and-place tasks while keeping the body riveted and lightweight. The built-in magnet (-S) enables position detection.
This configuration uses a fixed rubber bumper to soften end-of-stroke impacts and a 20 um hard-chrome plated carbon-steel rod. The twin rods provide inherent anti-rotation guidance. Remember that the rear rod protrudes by the full 160 mm stroke length, so you must leave corresponding clearance at the back of the cylinder for the moving rod end.
Airtac MBLD Dual Axis Type Mini Cylinder MBLD20X160S Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MBLD Dual Axis Type Mini Cylinder MBLD20X160S |
|---|---|
| Series | MBL aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder (double rod) |
| Bore size | Ø20 mm |
| Stroke | 160 mm |
| Acting type | Double acting, double rod |
| 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 | Fixed rubber bumper |
| Max standard stroke | Up to 300 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 (Ø20mm, equal both ways)
| Pressure | Extend & retract force |
|---|---|
| 0.5 MPa | 132 N |
| 0.7 MPa | 185 N |
| Max (@1.0 MPa) | 27 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 MBLD Dual Axis Type Mini Cylinder MBLD20X160S
| MBLD | MBLD aluminum-barrel double-rod mini cylinder. |
|---|---|
| 20 | Bore size in mm. |
| ×160 | 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: MBLCD (double rod, adjustable cushion), MBLC (single rod + cushion), MBL (single rod).
Where the Airtac MBLD Dual Axis Type Mini Cylinder MBLD20X160S Is Used
PCB Edge Conveyor Routing
Drives a lightweight routing flag on the front rod while the rear rod protrudes 160 mm to trip a remote limit cam, maintaining equal 132 N force during board transfer.
Textile Yarn Guide
Uses the twin-rod anti-rotation property to shift a yarn guide across a 160 mm path, ensuring the thread carrier stays perfectly aligned without twisting under load.
Sensor Test Fixture
Cycles a small electronic connector over 160 mm to test mating durability, relying on the -S magnet and a DMSG solid-state switch to verify exact home position.
Is the Airtac MBLD Dual Axis Type Mini Cylinder MBLD20X160S the Right Cylinder?
Choose this 20 mm bore when you need 132 N of equal both-way force over a 160 mm stroke. If your application requires less reach and force, stepping down to the 12 mm bore variant provides a smaller footprint; if you need higher pushing and pulling power, the 25 mm bore offers 206 N at 0.5 MPa. This SKU features a PT tapered port thread and a built-in magnet for CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG switches.
Mounting is limited to Basic, FA flange, or LB foot brackets—there is no SDB pivot or back-cover option for the double-rod series. The fixed rubber bumper softens impact but does not lock the rod; the cylinder will drift without live air pressure. If your machine needs adjustable end-cushioning rather than a fixed bumper, select the MBLCD double-rod variant instead.
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 MBLD Dual Axis Type Mini Cylinder MBLD20X160S FAQ
Because it is a double-rod cylinder, the force is identical in both directions. It generates 132 N at 0.5 MPa and 185 N at 0.7 MPa on both extend and retract. The maximum theoretical force is 27 kgf at 1.0 MPa.
A single-rod cylinder has a larger push force than pull force due to the rod occupying piston area. The MBLD20X160S has a rod exiting both ends, making the effective area equal both ways. This rear rod can also mount a secondary cam or position flag, though it requires 160 mm of rear clearance.
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