Airtac MBLD Dual Axis Type Mini Cylinder MBLD40X160S
The AirTAC MBLD Dual Axis Type Mini Cylinder MBLD40X160S is a genuine double-acting double-rod aluminum-barrel mini cylinder with a Ø40mm bore and 160mm stroke. A rod exits both end covers, so extend and retract force are EQUAL — about 528 N each way at 0.5 MPa. Fixed rubber bumper.
- BoreØ40 mm
- Stroke160 mm
- Port sizeG1/4
- Acting typeDouble acting, double rod
- Rod threadM12×1.25
- CushionFixed rubber bumper
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About the Airtac MBLD Dual Axis Type Mini Cylinder MBLD40X160S
The AirTAC MBLD40X160S is a double-acting, double-rod aluminum mini cylinder featuring a 40 mm bore and 160 mm stroke. Because a Ø16 mm rod exits both end covers, the annulus area is identical on each side, yielding exactly 528 N of force at 0.5 MPa on both extend and retract. This symmetry is ideal for a 160 mm traverse where maintaining consistent momentum and speed in both directions prevents jerky motion in compact assemblies.
A built-in magnet (-S) allows position detection via CMSG reed or DMSG/EMSG electronic switches. The riveted rolling-packed barrel houses a grease-retaining piston seal, while the carbon-steel rod features 20 µm hard-chrome plating. End-of-stroke impact is absorbed by a fixed rubber bumper. Note that the rear rod protrudes, requiring clearance equal to A + 2 x stroke, and mounting is restricted to Basic, FA, or LB styles—no SDB pivot or back-cover exists for this type.
Airtac MBLD Dual Axis Type Mini Cylinder MBLD40X160S Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MBLD Dual Axis Type Mini Cylinder MBLD40X160S |
|---|---|
| Series | MBL aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder (double rod) |
| Bore size | Ø40 mm |
| Stroke | 160 mm |
| Acting type | Double acting, double rod |
| 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 | Fixed rubber bumper |
| Max standard stroke | Up to 500 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 (Ø40mm, equal both ways)
| Pressure | Extend & retract force |
|---|---|
| 0.5 MPa | 528 N |
| 0.7 MPa | 739 N |
| Max (@1.0 MPa) | 108 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 MBLD40X160S
| MBLD | MBLD aluminum-barrel double-rod mini cylinder. |
|---|---|
| 40 | 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 MBLD40X160S Is Used
PCB Depaneling Saw
Drives a circular blade forward and back through 160 mm to singulate circuit boards, using the equal 528 N force to ensure consistent cutting speed without snapping the substrate.
Shuttle Transfer Gate
Uses the twin-rod anti-rotation property to slide a 160 mm transfer shuttle between two conveyor lanes, mounting a position flag on the rear rod to trigger an optical limit sensor.
Connector Insertion Press
Pushes a multi-pin connector into a housing with 528 N of thrust, while the opposite rod end simultaneously actuates a mechanical ejector cam on the return stroke.
Is the Airtac MBLD Dual Axis Type Mini Cylinder MBLD40X160S the Right Cylinder?
Stepping down to the 32 mm bore drops the bidirectional force to 346 N at 0.5 MPa, whereas moving up to the 50 mm bore increases it to 881 N. Choose this 40 mm size when a mechanism needs roughly 50-70 kgf of balanced push/pull thrust within a 160 mm span. If your application suffers from severe end-impact loads, consider the MBLCD variant which adds adjustable air cushions; the base MBLD relies solely on its fixed rubber bumper. For position holding without live air, an external locking device is required, as the bumper is not a lock.
When ordering a replacement, verify the 40 mm bore, 160 mm stroke, G1/4 port, and PT thread form. The -S code confirms the magnet is present for sensor switching. At 160 mm, the stroke is well within the 500 mm maximum for this bore, but the twin 16 mm rods still require external guidance to prevent side-load bending on long traverses.
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 MBLD40X160S FAQ
Because the double-rod design has equal piston area on both sides, push and pull forces are identical: 528 N at 0.5 MPa, 739 N at 0.7 MPa, and a maximum theoretical load of 108 kgf at 1.0 MPa.
A single-rod cylinder has unequal areas and stronger push than pull; the MBLD40X160S provides equal force and speed both ways, with a rear rod available for cams or flags. The S denotes a built-in magnet for CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG sensor switches.
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