Airtac MD Multi-Position Clamping Cylinder MD25X20
The AirTAC Airtac MD Multi-Position Clamping Cylinder MD25X20 is a genuine MD multi-mount cylinder (double acting), 25 mm bore. Its compact square body fixes from six directions and mounts side by side to save space. It delivers about 245.4 N of push force at 0.5 MPa. A bumper cushions the impact.
- TypeMulti-mount, double acting
- SeriesMD (standard)
- Bore25 mm
- Push thrust @0.5 MPa245.4 N
- Operating pressure0.15 - 1.0 MPa (22 - 145 psi)
- Port sizeM5x0.8
- CushionBumper
- MagnetWithout magnet
- ThreadPT
- No minimum order. A single piece can be ordered.
- Ready in 3–5 business days. That is the time we take to process the order and hand it to the carrier. Transit time after that depends on the destination.
About the Airtac MD Multi-Position Clamping Cylinder MD25X20
A multi-mount cylinder is a compact square-body air cylinder that can be fixed from six directions - front, back, left, right, top and bottom - so units can be mounted side by side to save space. This MD25X20 is the standard double acting MD variant with a 25 mm bore and a 20 mm stroke, giving a theoretical push force of 245.4 N at 0.5 MPa on air filtered to 40 um, from -20 to 70 C. Cushioning is a bumper, magnetic-switch slots run around the body, and guide precision is high without added lubricant.
This is a genuine AirTAC part. The MD family does not lock rod rotation, so if your application needs the rod or a fixed plate to stay put, step across to the MK no-rotating family. This SKU carries no magnet (no trailing S), so position-switch sensing is not active on this unit; choose an S-suffixed variant if you need it. Ports are PT thread (M5x0.8 on this bore), and we confirm dimensions and sizing from the datasheet on request.
Airtac MD Multi-Position Clamping Cylinder MD25X20 Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MD Multi-Position Clamping Cylinder MD25X20 |
|---|---|
| Type | Multi-mount cylinder, double acting |
| Series | MD (standard) |
| Bore | 25 mm |
| Push thrust @0.5 MPa | 245.4 N |
| Port size | M5x0.8 (PT thread) |
| Magnet | Without magnet |
| Fluid | Air, filtered to 40 um |
|---|---|
| Operating pressure | 0.15 - 1.0 MPa (22 - 145 psi) |
| Proof pressure | 1.5 MPa (215 psi) |
| Temperature | -20 to 70 C |
| Speed range | 30 - 500 mm/s |
| Cushion | Bumper |
| Mounting | Fix from 6 directions; mountable side by side |
Specifications follow the official AirTAC MD/MK multi-mount data. The front cover and piston are short, so avoid an over-long stroke. An optional high-temperature seal material extends the range to 0 to 150 C. Overall dimensions vary per stroke and allowable side-load is published as curves — ask us and we confirm from the datasheet.
How to choose
Bore sets the force: at 25 mm this double acting cylinder delivers 245.4 N theoretical push at 0.5 MPa (206.2 N pull side) across 0.15-1.0 MPa (22-145 psi). Pick MD when rotation is allowed and MK when it is not; acting choices run from double to single push (MSD), single pull (MTD), double rod (MDD) and adjustable stroke (MDJ). The 20 mm stroke is comfortably within the 60 mm maximum for a double acting 25 mm bore, but the compact covers argue against stretching the stroke too far - route side-load questions to us. No magnet on this SKU; the S suffix adds one. Thread is PT, with G available.
Applications
Pick-and-place shift stroke
Pushes small picked parts sideways into a chute or nest; the short 20 mm stroke and six-way fixing suit tight transfer stations built side by side.
Indexing on a rotary table
Actuates an indexing pin that locks a rotary fixture between stations; the 245.4 N push at 0.5 MPa seats the pin and the square body fixes from the face you need.
Press-fit assist
Applies a light pressing move to seat clips or bearings in small assemblies; the bumper cushions the end of the 20 mm stroke to protect the workpiece.
FAQ
Does this MD25X20 include a magnet?
No. With no trailing S in the model code, this SKU is supplied without a magnet, so position switches will not detect it. If you need sensing, order the MD25X20S variant instead; the body's switch slots are present either way.
MD or MK - how do I choose?
MD is the standard multi-mount cylinder and its rod may rotate; MK is the no-rotating version that uses a plate, bushing and fixed rod to stop the rod turning. Keep the stroke short relative to the compact covers, and confirm dimensions and side-load limits from the datasheet.