
The AirTAC MBLD Dual Axis Type Mini Cylinder MBLD40X50S is a genuine double-acting double-rod aluminum-barrel mini cylinder with a Ø40mm bore and 50mm 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.
The AirTAC MBLD40X50S is a double-acting, double-rod aluminum mini cylinder featuring a 40mm bore and 50mm stroke. A Ø16mm carbon-steel rod with 20μm hard-chrome plating exits both end covers, yielding exactly 528N of force at 0.5 MPa in both extend and retract directions. This balanced output is ideal for mechanisms requiring symmetrical push-pull dynamics without pressure compensation. The built-in -S magnet allows CMSG reed or DMSG/EMSG electronic sensors to track rod position precisely.
This compact riveted barrel design incorporates a fixed rubber bumper to soften end-of-stroke impacts and a grease-retaining piston seal for long service life. Because the rear rod protrudes during retraction, you must leave appropriate clearance for secondary attachments like position flags or cam drivers. Overall length equals A + (2 x stroke). Note that MBLD mounting is limited to Basic, FA flange, or LB foot brackets; there is no back-cover or SDB pivot option for this twin-rod series.
| Model | Airtac MBLD Dual Axis Type Mini Cylinder MBLD40X50S |
|---|---|
| Series | MBL aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder (double rod) |
| Bore size | Ø40 mm |
| Stroke | 50 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.
| 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.
| MBLD | MBLD aluminum-barrel double-rod mini cylinder. |
|---|---|
| 40 | Bore size in mm. |
| ×50 | 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 dual-side blade carriage with 528N of equal push/pull force, ensuring the 50mm stroke cuts composite boards smoothly without asymmetric binding.
Uses the protruding rear rod to mount a cam that times a thread guide, while the front rod shifts the tenter frame with balanced 0.7 MPa force.
Indexes a 50mm peel arm with symmetrical speed both ways; the -S magnet triggers a DMSG electronic sensor to confirm label release position.
When sizing this 40mm bore, stepping down to the MBLD32X50S drops your bidirectional force to 346N at 0.5 MPa, while stepping up to the MBLD50X50S increases it to 881N. Choose the MBLD over the single-rod MBL when your application requires equal push/pull forces and anti-rotation guidance on a light load. If your cycle speeds generate too much end-impact energy for the fixed rubber bumper, consider the MBLCD variant which adds adjustable air cushioning. Remember that a plain MBLD does not hold position without live air pressure; the rod will drift if supply is cut, so use an external locking device for safety-critical holds.
To replace this exact unit, match the 40mm bore, 50mm stroke, G1/4 port, PT tapered thread, and the -S magnet option. The twin 16mm rods provide better resistance to single-sided torsion than a single rod, but long strokes still require an external guide to prevent rod bending under heavy lateral loads.
Quick checklist
Because the rod exits both ends, the effective annulus area is identical in both directions. The force is equal for extend and retract: 528N at 0.5 MPa, 739N at 0.7 MPa, and a maximum theoretical 108kgf (1058N) at 1.0 MPa.
Unlike a single-rod MBL where push force exceeds pull force, the MBLD40X50S provides identical push and pull forces. The rear rod protrusion allows you to mount a secondary mechanism or position flag on the opposite end, and the twin 16mm rods offer better resistance to torsional rotation than a single rod.
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