This model is discontinued
AirTAC has phased out the MAL series. The drop-in replacement is AIRTACMSBLFRONTSINGLEACTINGCOMPACTCYLINDERMSBL25X100SCA — same bore, stroke, output force, port and mounting, so it fits the same application. Simply order the AIRTACMSBLFRONTSINGLEACTINGCOMPACTCYLINDERMSBL25X100SCA in place of this model. The replacement upgrades to a riveted rolling-packed body and CMSG / DMSG / EMSG sensors (the MAL used CS1-M / DS1-M).
Airtac MSAL Front Single Acting Compact Cylinder MSAL25X100SCA
The AirTAC Airtac MSAL Front Single Acting Compact Cylinder MSAL25X100SCA is a single acting, push (spring return) aluminum-barrel mini cylinder with a Ø25mm bore and 100mm stroke, G1/8 ports and a fixed rubber bumper. Air drives the push (work) stroke and the spring returns the rod — it rests retracted on air loss. This model is discontinued; the drop-in replacement is the AIRTACMSBLFRONTSINGLEACTINGCOMPACTCYLINDERMSBL25X100SCA.
- BoreØ25 mm
- Stroke100 mm
- Port sizeG1/8
- Acting typeSingle acting, push (spring return)
- Rod threadM10×1.25
- StatusDiscontinued → AIRTACMSBLFRONTSINGLEACTINGCOMPACTCYLINDERMSBL25X100SCA
About the Airtac MSAL Front Single Acting Compact Cylinder MSAL25X100SCA
The AirTAC MSAL25X100SCA is a discontinued single-acting push, spring-return mini cylinder. Air extends the 10mm rod for the work stroke, while an internal spring retracts it for a fail-safe home when air is removed. This 25mm bore delivers 176.4 N of usable push force at 0.5 MPa (274.5 N at 0.7 MPa). The direct drop-in replacement is the MSBL25X100SCA, matching the 100mm stroke, G1/8 port, and CA clevis.
This SKU includes the -S magnet for position sensing. The legacy MSAL works with older CS1-M and DS1-M reed switches, whereas the MSBL replacement uses the modern CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG sensor families. The MSAL features threaded covers, while the MSBL upgrade uses a riveted rolling-packed body. End-of-stroke energy is absorbed by a fixed rubber bumper, as single-acting cylinders lack adjustable cushions.
Airtac MSAL Front Single Acting Compact Cylinder MSAL25X100SCA Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MSAL Front Single Acting Compact Cylinder MSAL25X100SCA |
|---|---|
| Series | MAL single-acting mini cylinder (discontinued) |
| Replacement | AIRTACMSBLFRONTSINGLEACTINGCOMPACTCYLINDERMSBL25X100SCA |
| Bore size | Ø25 mm |
| Stroke | 100 mm |
| Acting type | Single acting, push (spring return) |
| Port size | G1/8 |
| Rod thread | M10×1.25 |
| Fluid | Air (filtered by 40µm element) |
|---|---|
| Operating pressure | 0.2 – 1.0 MPa |
| Proof pressure | 1.5 MPa |
| Temperature | -20 to +70 °C |
| Speed range | 50 – 800 mm/s |
| Cushion | Fixed rubber bumper |
| Max standard stroke | Up to 150 mm |
Single-acting minimum working pressure is 0.2 MPa (the air must overcome the return spring). Do not apply an external load during the spring return stroke. The AIRTACMSBLFRONTSINGLEACTINGCOMPACTCYLINDERMSBL25X100SCA carries the same single-acting ratings.
Usable Push Force (Ø25mm)
| Pressure | Push force (net of spring) |
|---|---|
| 0.5 MPa | 176.4 N |
| 0.7 MPa | 274.5 N |
Usable single-acting force after the return spring — lower than a same-bore double-acting cylinder. Size with a margin.
Model Code: Airtac MSAL Front Single Acting Compact Cylinder MSAL25X100SCA
| MSAL | Single acting, push (spring return) aluminum-barrel mini cylinder (discontinued). |
|---|---|
| 25 | Bore size in mm (20/25/32/40). |
| ×100 | Stroke length in mm. |
| S | Optional magnet for a CS1-M / DS1-M sensor (MSBL uses CMSG/DMSG/EMSG). |
| CA / U / CM | Back cover: CA pivot, U flat-end or CM round-end. |
Replacement: MSAL → MSBL. Related: MTAL/MTBL (single-acting pull), MAL/MBL (double acting).
Where the Airtac MSAL Front Single Acting Compact Cylinder MSAL25X100SCA Is Used
Circuit Breaker Ejector
Pushes molded casings out of an injection mold with 176.4 N at 0.5 MPa, relying on the spring return to clear the area for the next shot.
Leather Stamp Press
Extends a 100mm stroke to bring a hot brand onto leather goods, using the fail-safe home to lift the stamp instantly if air pressure drops.
Packaging Flap Diverter
Uses the CA clevis to swing a guide gate on cardboard packaging lines, arcing smoothly while handling the 274.5 N peak output at 0.7 MPa.
Replacing the Airtac MSAL Front Single Acting Compact Cylinder MSAL25X100SCA with AIRTACMSBLFRONTSINGLEACTINGCOMPACTCYLINDERMSBL25X100SCA
To replace this MSAL25X100SCA, specify the MSBL25X100SCA and confirm the 25mm bore, 100mm stroke, G1/8 PT port, M10x1.25 rod thread, CA pivot back cover, and -S magnet. Remember the sensor family change from CS1-M/DS1-M to CMSG/DMSG/EMSG. Minimum working pressure is 0.2 MPa to overcome the return spring, and you must apply no external load on the non-powered spring return stroke.
For sizing, if you need less force, step down to the 20mm bore giving 106.8 N at 0.5 MPa. If you need more push, step up to the 32mm bore yielding 317.7 N at 0.5 MPa. Because this 100mm stroke is long for a 25mm bore, prevent side-load rod-bending by guiding the load carefully.
Upgrade checklist
- ✓ Order the AIRTACMSBLFRONTSINGLEACTINGCOMPACTCYLINDERMSBL25X100SCA (same bore/stroke/force)
- ✓ Same push direction and retracted fail-safe home
- ✓ Min 0.2 MPa; no external load on the spring return
- ✓ Sensor: swap CS1-M/DS1-M → CMSG/DMSG/EMSG
- ✓ Confirm back cover (CA / U) and thread (PT/NPT/G)
Installation & Maintenance Notes
- check Use clean air filtered to 40µm or finer.
- check Keep within 0.2 – 1.0 MPa (min 0.2 to overcome the spring).
- check Apply no external load on the spring return stroke.
- check Avoid side load on the piston rod.
- check Front/rear covers are threaded — not for field disassembly.
- check For new builds, specify the AIRTACMSBLFRONTSINGLEACTINGCOMPACTCYLINDERMSBL25X100SCA instead of this discontinued model.
Airtac MSAL Front Single Acting Compact Cylinder MSAL25X100SCA FAQ
Yes, the MSAL25X100SCA is discontinued. The exact drop-in replacement is the MSBL25X100SCA, which matches the 25mm bore, 100mm stroke, CA clevis, and G1/8 port. You only need to update your sensors, as the MSBL uses CMSG/DMSG/EMSG switches instead of the older CS1-M/DS1-M.
The usable push force is 29.2 N at 0.2 MPa, 127.4 N at 0.4 MPa, 176.4 N at 0.5 MPa, 225.5 N at 0.6 MPa, and 274.5 N at 0.7 MPa (max 28 kgf). The minimum operating pressure is 0.2 MPa because the air must overcome the internal return spring to extend the rod.
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