Airtac MSK Multi-position Locking Cylinder MSK25X10
The AirTAC Airtac MSK Multi-position Locking Cylinder MSK25X10 is a genuine MK multi-mount cylinder (single acting, push type), 25 mm bore. Its compact square body fixes from six directions and mounts side by side to save space. It delivers about 179.1 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, single acting, push type
- SeriesMK (no-rotating)
- Bore25 mm
- Push thrust @0.5 MPa179.1 N
- Operating pressure0.2 - 1.0 MPa (28 - 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 MSK Multi-position Locking Cylinder MSK25X10
The AirTAC MSK25X10 is a compact multi-mount cylinder that fixes from six directions (front, back, left, right, top and bottom) and mounts side by side with identical units, so clamping and positioning points fit into tight machine layouts. This single-acting push version extends the rod with air and returns by internal spring, with a 25 mm bore delivering a theoretical 179.1 N of push force at 0.5 MPa over a short 10 mm stroke. Cushioning at the end of stroke is a bumper, and magnetic-switch slots are machined around the square body.
This is a genuine AirTAC part from the MK family, which adds a no-rotating plate, brass bushing and fixed rod so the piston rod is prevented from turning - unlike the standard MD family, where rod rotation is allowed. As shown by the SKU, this model is without a magnet. We confirm dimensions, rod details and sizing from the datasheet on request.
Airtac MSK Multi-position Locking Cylinder MSK25X10 Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MSK Multi-position Locking Cylinder MSK25X10 |
|---|---|
| Type | Multi-mount cylinder, single acting, push type |
| Series | MK (no-rotating) |
| Bore | 25 mm |
| Push thrust @0.5 MPa | 179.1 N |
| Port size | M5x0.8 (PT thread) |
| Magnet | Without magnet |
| Fluid | Air, filtered to 40 um |
|---|---|
| Operating pressure | 0.2 - 1.0 MPa (28 - 145 psi) |
| Proof pressure | 1.5 MPa (215 psi) |
| Temperature | -20 to 70 C |
| Speed range | 50 - 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 the force you need: at 25 mm this single-acting push cylinder gives 179.1 N theoretical push at 0.5 MPa, and stroke for single-acting types runs up to 20 mm, so 10 mm suits short-throw clamp or stopper jobs. MK means the rod cannot rotate; if rotation is acceptable in your design, the standard MD family is the alternative. The PT thread is the default; specify G thread if your piping standard needs it. Note the short cover limits stroke on single-acting units, so avoid pushing beyond the table, and send us side-load or mounting questions - we will confirm from the datasheet.
Applications
Small-parts clamping
A 10 mm push stroke with 179.1 N at 0.5 MPa is enough to hold small machined or molded parts in a fixture, and the square body fixes from six directions so the clamp bolts into cramped fixture plates.
Gate and stopper actuation
On conveyor and indexing lines, the no-rotating rod keeps a stopper blade or gate lug square to the part as it extends, while side-by-side mounting lets multiple stoppers share one compact rail.
Jig positioning and eject
The spring-return push action suits short eject or position moves in assembly jigs, where 6-way fixing and magnetic-switch slots around the body simplify mounting and end-position sensing.
FAQ
What does MSK25X10 mean, and how is it different from MD25X10?
MSK decodes as an MK-family, single-acting push cylinder: air extends the rod and a spring returns it. The 25 is the bore in mm and 10 is the stroke in mm. Unlike a standard MD cylinder, the MK rod is prevented from rotating by an internal no-rotating plate, which matters when the tooling on the rod must stay square. This SKU has no magnet and PT ports; the trailing G variant would give G threads instead.
Can I mount this cylinder from any face, and how long can the stroke be?
Yes - the square body fixes from six directions (front, back, left, right, top and bottom) and units mount side by side to save space. Because the single-acting cover is short, strokes for this acting type stay within a small table (up to 20 mm), so avoid assuming long strokes are available. Exact dimensions and allowable side-load come from the datasheet - ask us and we will confirm them for your layout.