This model is discontinued
AirTAC has phased out the MAL series. The drop-in replacement is AIRTACMSBLFRONTSINGLEACTINGCOMPACTCYLINDERMSBL25X65CA — same bore, stroke, output force, port and mounting, so it fits the same application. Simply order the AIRTACMSBLFRONTSINGLEACTINGCOMPACTCYLINDERMSBL25X65CA 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 MSAL25X65CA
The AirTAC Airtac MSAL Front Single Acting Compact Cylinder MSAL25X65CA is a single acting, push (spring return) aluminum-barrel mini cylinder with a Ø25mm bore and 65mm 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 AIRTACMSBLFRONTSINGLEACTINGCOMPACTCYLINDERMSBL25X65CA.
- BoreØ25 mm
- Stroke65 mm
- Port sizeG1/8
- Acting typeSingle acting, push (spring return)
- Rod threadM10×1.25
- StatusDiscontinued → AIRTACMSBLFRONTSINGLEACTINGCOMPACTCYLINDERMSBL25X65CA
About the Airtac MSAL Front Single Acting Compact Cylinder MSAL25X65CA
The AirTAC MSAL25X65CA is a discontinued single-acting push, spring-return mini cylinder. Air extends the rod for the work stroke, while an internal spring retracts it, providing a fail-safe retracted home on air loss. Bore 25 mm yields a usable push force of 176.4 N at 0.5 MPa (274.5 N at 0.7 MPa), already net of the opposing spring. The exact drop-in replacement is the MSBL25X65CA, matching the 65 mm stroke, G1/8 port, and CA clevis.
This CA back cover is a pivot/clevis that swings on a pin to absorb arcing loads. The original MSAL uses threaded covers and the older CS1-M / DS1-M switches; the MSBL upgrade features a riveted rolling-packed body and CMSG / DMSG / EMSG sensors. This non-magnet SKU cannot take a position sensor. A fixed rubber bumper absorbs end-of-stroke impact.
Airtac MSAL Front Single Acting Compact Cylinder MSAL25X65CA Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MSAL Front Single Acting Compact Cylinder MSAL25X65CA |
|---|---|
| Series | MAL single-acting mini cylinder (discontinued) |
| Replacement | AIRTACMSBLFRONTSINGLEACTINGCOMPACTCYLINDERMSBL25X65CA |
| Bore size | Ø25 mm |
| Stroke | 65 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 AIRTACMSBLFRONTSINGLEACTINGCOMPACTCYLINDERMSBL25X65CA 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 MSAL25X65CA
| MSAL | Single acting, push (spring return) aluminum-barrel mini cylinder (discontinued). |
|---|---|
| 25 | Bore size in mm (20/25/32/40). |
| ×65 | 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 MSAL25X65CA Is Used
Packaging Flap Tucking
Extends to tuck carton flaps on a packaging line, using 176.4 N at 0.5 MPa. The spring return provides a fail-safe retracted home when air drops, preventing jams.
Textile Guide Arm
Pivots a yarn guide arm via the CA clevis pin. The clevis absorbs arcing motion, while the 65 mm stroke handles the thread-layering sweep.
Bearing Press Fit
Pushes small bearings into housings with 274.5 N at 0.7 MPa. The fixed rubber bumper cushions the impact at the end of the press stroke.
Replacing the Airtac MSAL Front Single Acting Compact Cylinder MSAL25X65CA with AIRTACMSBLFRONTSINGLEACTINGCOMPACTCYLINDERMSBL25X65CA
To replace this MSAL25X65CA, order the MSBL25X65CA. Confirm the 25 mm bore, 65 mm stroke, G1/8 PT port, M10x1.25 rod thread, and CA pivot cover. The minimum working pressure is 0.2 MPa to overcome the return spring. Apply no external load on the unpowered return stroke. At 65 mm on a small bore, mind side-load and rod-bending forces.
To size either direction: step down to bore 20 (106.8 N push at 0.5 MPa) for lighter ejection, or step up to bore 32 (317.7 N at 0.5 MPa) for higher clamping force.
Upgrade checklist
- ✓ Order the AIRTACMSBLFRONTSINGLEACTINGCOMPACTCYLINDERMSBL25X65CA (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 AIRTACMSBLFRONTSINGLEACTINGCOMPACTCYLINDERMSBL25X65CA instead of this discontinued model.
Airtac MSAL Front Single Acting Compact Cylinder MSAL25X65CA FAQ
Yes, the MSAL25X65CA is discontinued. The exact drop-in replacement is the MSBL25X65CA, matching the 25 mm bore, 65 mm stroke, CA pivot cover, and G1/8 port. The MSBL upgrades the body to a riveted rolling-packed design.
The usable push force is 176.4 N at 0.5 MPa and 274.5 N at 0.7 MPa (max 28 kgf). The minimum operating pressure is 0.2 MPa because air must overcome the internal return spring. This non-magnet SKU cannot accept a position sensor.
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