
The AirTAC Airtac MBLD Dual Axis Type Mini Cylinder MBLD25X30S is a genuine double-acting double-rod aluminum-barrel mini cylinder with a Ø25mm bore and 30mm stroke. A rod exits both end covers, so extend and retract force are EQUAL — about 206 N each way at 0.5 MPa. Fixed rubber bumper.
The AirTAC MBLD25X30S is a double-acting, double-rod aluminum mini cylinder engineered for symmetrical motion. Because a Ø10 mm rod exits both ends, the annulus area is identical on extend and retract, yielding exactly 206 N of force each way at 0.5 MPa. The 30 mm stroke suits short indexing transfers and compact part ejection. This -S configuration includes a built-in magnet for CMSG reed or DMSG/EMSG solid-state position sensing.
Overall length equals A plus 2x stroke, meaning the rear rod protrudes and requires dedicated clearance. The riveted rolling-packed aluminum barrel and 20 µm hard-chrome carbon-steel rod provide rigid, anti-rotation guidance. Impact at the extremes is absorbed by fixed rubber bumpers, which soften end-of-travel shock but do not lock the rod in place without constant air pressure.
| Model | Airtac MBLD Dual Axis Type Mini Cylinder MBLD25X30S |
|---|---|
| Series | MBL aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder (double rod) |
| Bore size | Ø25 mm |
| Stroke | 30 mm |
| Acting type | Double acting, double rod |
| 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 | 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.
| Pressure | Extend & retract force |
|---|---|
| 0.5 MPa | 206 N |
| 0.7 MPa | 289 N |
| Max (@1.0 MPa) | 42 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.
| MBLD | MBLD aluminum-barrel double-rod mini cylinder. |
|---|---|
| 25 | Bore size in mm. |
| ×30 | 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).
Drives a 30 mm transfer shuttle on a PCB pick-and-place machine, using the twin rods to prevent binding during short, repetitive indexing cycles.
Mounts a position flag on the rear rod to trigger a DMSG solid-state sensor, confirming a 30 mm label wipe-on stroke in real-time.
Actuates a small cam on the rear rod to open a spring-loaded gripper while the front rod pushes a micro-component into a test fixture.
Delivering 206 N both ways, this 25 mm bore fits light-duty positioning. Stepping down to the 20 mm bore drops the bidirectional force to 132 N at 0.5 MPa, whereas moving up to the 32 mm bore increases it to 346 N. If your application needs adjustable air cushioning instead of fixed rubber bumpers, choose the MBLCD variant. If a single output rod suffices, the standard MBL provides higher forward push force.
Mounting is limited to Basic, FA flange, or LB foot styles; the MBLD design precludes back-cover or SDB pivot brackets. To replace this unit, match the 25 mm bore, 30 mm stroke, G1/8 port, default PT thread, and the -S magnet requirement. The cylinder does not hold position unpowered; fit an external locking device for vertical loads.
Quick checklist
The double-rod design provides equal force in both directions: 206 N at 0.5 MPa, 289 N at 0.7 MPa, and a maximum theoretical 42 kgf at 1.0 MPa.
The -S code indicates a built-in piston magnet, allowing external CMSG reed switches or DMSG/EMSG electronic sensors to detect the 30 mm stroke position. Without -S, the cylinder cannot accept any position sensor.
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