Airtac MK Series Multi-position Locking Cylinder MK32X25
The AirTAC Airtac MK Series Multi-position Locking Cylinder MK32X25 is a genuine MK multi-mount cylinder (double acting), 32 mm bore. Its compact square body fixes from six directions and mounts side by side to save space. It delivers about 402.1 N of push force at 0.5 MPa. A bumper cushions the impact. As an MK unit a fixed rod stops the piston rod rotating.
- TypeMulti-mount, double acting
- SeriesMK (no-rotating)
- Bore32 mm
- Push thrust @0.5 MPa402.1 N
- Operating pressure0.15 - 1.0 MPa (22 - 145 psi)
- Port size1/8"
- 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 MK Series Multi-position Locking Cylinder MK32X25
The AirTAC MK32X25 is a compact square-body multi-mount cylinder that can be fixed from 6 directions - front, back, left, right, top and bottom - so several units can sit side by side to save space. Magnetic-switch slots run around the body and the guide precision is high without added lubrication. This is the double acting MK no-rotating version: a fixed rod and no-rotating plate stop the piston rod from turning, which suits jobs where the rod must stay square. The 32mm bore delivers a theoretical push force of about 402.1 N at 0.5 MPa, and the 25mm stroke covers short-reach press, clamp and stopper motions. Cushioning is a bumper.
This is a genuine AirTAC part. MK is the no-rotating multi-mount family, unlike the standard MD family. This SKU is supplied without a magnet, as shown by the code - no trailing S. Operating pressure is 0.15-1.0 MPa (22-145 psi) with air filtered to 40 um, and the medium temperature range is -20 to 70 C (0 to 150 C only with the optional high-temperature seal material). Ports are 1/8" PT thread. We confirm exact dimensions and sizing from the datasheet on request.
Airtac MK Series Multi-position Locking Cylinder MK32X25 Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MK Series Multi-position Locking Cylinder MK32X25 |
|---|---|
| Type | Multi-mount cylinder, double acting |
| Series | MK (no-rotating) |
| Bore | 32 mm |
| Push thrust @0.5 MPa | 402.1 N |
| Port size | 1/8" (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
Choose the bore for your force: at 0.5 MPa this 32mm bore pushes with about 402.1 N and pulls with about 345.6 N - pick a smaller bore only if your load is well below that. MK keeps the rod from rotating; if rotation is acceptable, the MD family is the standard alternative. Acting type options across the range are double acting (MK), single push (MSK), single pull (MTK), double rod (MKD) and adjustable stroke (MKJ); this SKU is plain double acting. The 25mm stroke sits well inside the 60mm maximum for bore 32, and the short covers are why very long strokes are not practical on this compact body - ask us before specifying an over-long stroke. Side-load ratings come from the datasheet, so route that question to us. This SKU has no magnet and PT thread (G thread is the option); the otherwise identical magnet version is MK32X25S.
Applications
Part stopper between conveyor lanes
Halting a part at a merge or gate needs a stop face that stays put. The MK32X25's no-rotating rod keeps the stop square while the square body bolts onto the lane frame from any of 6 directions.
Small-parts clamp in a tight fixture
With a 25mm reach, this cylinder clamps joints set slightly deeper into a fixture. The compact square body sits side by side with neighbouring units and pushes with about 402.1 N at 0.5 MPa on the 32mm bore.
Jig positioning pin that must not twist
Extending a positioning pin into a jig slot works only if the pin never turns. The MK32X25's no-rotating plate and fixed rod keep the pin square through its 25mm stroke, and it mounts top-down or sideways on the jig.
FAQ
How do I pick between the 32mm-bore MK options at this stroke?
All 32mm-bore MK cylinders push with about 402.1 N at 0.5 MPa, so the differences are the options: MK32X25 is double acting with no magnet and PT thread, MK32X25S adds the magnet (trailing S), and MKJ32X25 adds a 10/20/30 mm adjustable range on top of the base stroke. Confirm which options you need, then confirm exact dimensions from the datasheet - we will provide it on request.
Can I mount this cylinder from any face, and how long can the stroke be?
Yes - the square body fixes from 6 directions (front, back, left, right, top, bottom), which is what lets units be mounted side by side to save space. On bore 32 the stroke table goes up to 60 mm, but the compact short covers mean over-long strokes are not practical on this body; if you need a longer stroke, contact us. Side-load limits and overall dimensions come from the datasheet, not from this listing.