
The AirTAC Airtac MBLD Dual Axis Type Mini Cylinder MBLD63X125S is a genuine double-acting double-rod aluminum-barrel mini cylinder with a Ø63mm bore and 125mm stroke. A rod exits both end covers, so extend and retract force are EQUAL — about 1458 N each way at 0.5 MPa. Fixed rubber bumper.
The AirTAC MBLD63X125S is a double-acting, double-rod aluminum mini cylinder engineered for tasks requiring symmetrical motion. Because a Ø16 mm carbon-steel rod protrudes from both end covers, the effective piston area is identical on extend and retract. This yields an equal 1457 N of force in both directions at 0.5 MPa, preventing the speed and power mismatch seen in single-rod units. The 125 mm stroke suits mid-length indexing, and the built-in magnet (-S) allows CMSG reed or DMSG/EMSG electronic sensors to track rod position.
A defining mechanical advantage here is dual-side actuation: you mount the primary workpiece on the front rod and use the rear protrusion for a position flag, cam, or secondary mechanism. The riveted rolling-packed aluminum barrel keeps the body compact for its 63 mm bore, while the fixed rubber bumper absorbs end-of-travel impact. Remember that overall length equals the base dimension plus twice the stroke, so you must leave physical clearance for the rear rod. This base MBLD uses a fixed rubber bumper; for adjustable air cushioning, you would step up to the MBLCD variant.
| Model | Airtac MBLD Dual Axis Type Mini Cylinder MBLD63X125S |
|---|---|
| Series | MBL aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder (double rod) |
| Bore size | Ø63 mm |
| Stroke | 125 mm |
| Acting type | Double acting, double rod |
| 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 | 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 | 1458 N |
| 0.7 MPa | 2041 N |
| Max (@1.0 MPa) | 297 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. |
|---|---|
| 63 | Bore size in mm. |
| ×125 | 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).
Uses the 2040 N available at 0.7 MPa to knock stamped metal blanks out of a die, using the rear rod to simultaneously trigger a mechanical proximity flag for the conveyor.
Drives a spindle carriage up and down with equal 1457 N force both ways, ensuring consistent plunge and retract speeds without requiring a heavier ISO 15552 cylinder.
Synchronizes a dual-side clamping jaw on an automated glass seaming line, leveraging the twin-rod anti-rotation properties to keep the 125 mm stroke perfectly parallel.
When sizing this 63 mm bore, step down to the 50 mm model if you need less power—it yields 881 N at 0.5 MPa. Stepping up is not possible as 63 mm is the largest MBLD bore. Mounting is limited to Basic, FA flange, or LB foot brackets; there is no back-cover or SDB pivot option for the double-rod series. The Ø16 rod uses an M14x1.5 end thread and G1/4 ports with PT tapered threading. Note that a plain MBLD does not hold position without live air—the rod drifts if pressure drops, so fit an external locking device for fail-safe holding. If your cycle rate is high and impact shock is a concern, switch to the MBLCD for adjustable cushioning.
Quick checklist
Because a rod occupies both sides of the piston, the annulus area is equal both ways. The MBLD63X125S delivers 1457 N at 0.5 MPa and 2040 N at 0.7 MPa in BOTH extend and retract directions. The theoretical maximum pull force is 297 kgf at 1.0 MPa.
The double-rod design allows you to mount a workpiece on one end and a cam, guide, or position flag on the rear protruding rod, improving anti-rotation stability. The -S code means a built-in magnet is fitted, allowing AirTAC CMSG (reed), DMSG, or EMSG (electronic) sensor switches to detect rod position.
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