This model is discontinued
AirTAC has phased out the MAL series. The drop-in replacement is AIRTACMTBLREARSINGLEACTINGMINICYLINDERMTBL20X15SCM — same bore, stroke, output force, port and mounting, so it fits the same application. Simply order the AIRTACMTBLREARSINGLEACTINGMINICYLINDERMTBL20X15SCM 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 MTAL Rear Single Acting Mini Cylinder MTAL20X15SCM
The AirTAC Airtac MTAL Rear Single Acting Mini Cylinder MTAL20X15SCM is a single acting, pull (spring extend) aluminum-barrel mini cylinder with a Ø20mm bore and 15mm stroke, G1/8 ports and a fixed rubber bumper. Air drives the pull (work) stroke and the spring returns the rod — it rests extended on air loss. This model is discontinued; the drop-in replacement is the AIRTACMTBLREARSINGLEACTINGMINICYLINDERMTBL20X15SCM.
- BoreØ20 mm
- Stroke15 mm
- Port sizeG1/8
- Acting typeSingle acting, pull (spring extend)
- Rod threadM8×1.25
- StatusDiscontinued → AIRTACMTBLREARSINGLEACTINGMINICYLINDERMTBL20X15SCM
About the Airtac MTAL Rear Single Acting Mini Cylinder MTAL20X15SCM
The AirTAC MTAL20X15SCM is a discontinued single-acting pull-type mini cylinder. Air retracts the 8mm rod to do its work, while an internal spring extends it back out. The drop-in replacement is the MTBL20X15SCM, matching the 20mm bore, 15mm stroke, G1/8 port, and CM mounting. This bore delivers a usable pull force of 81.7 N at 0.5 MPa.
This SKU includes the -S magnet for position sensing. On the MTAL, this uses the older CS1-M or DS1-M switches; the MTBL replacement upgrades to CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG sensors. The MTAL features threaded covers and a fixed rubber bumper, whereas the MTBL uses a riveted rolling-packed body. If air is lost, the fail-safe home position is extended. Apply no external load on the spring extend stroke.
Airtac MTAL Rear Single Acting Mini Cylinder MTAL20X15SCM Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MTAL Rear Single Acting Mini Cylinder MTAL20X15SCM |
|---|---|
| Series | MAL single-acting mini cylinder (discontinued) |
| Replacement | AIRTACMTBLREARSINGLEACTINGMINICYLINDERMTBL20X15SCM |
| Bore size | Ø20 mm |
| Stroke | 15 mm |
| Acting type | Single acting, pull (spring extend) |
| Port size | G1/8 |
| Rod thread | M8×1.25 |
| 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 100 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 AIRTACMTBLREARSINGLEACTINGMINICYLINDERMTBL20X15SCM carries the same single-acting ratings.
Usable Pull Force (Ø20mm)
| Pressure | Pull force (net of spring) |
|---|---|
| 0.5 MPa | 81.7 N |
| 0.7 MPa | 134.4 N |
Usable single-acting force after the return spring — lower than a same-bore double-acting cylinder. Size with a margin.
Model Code: Airtac MTAL Rear Single Acting Mini Cylinder MTAL20X15SCM
| MTAL | Single acting, pull (spring extend) aluminum-barrel mini cylinder (discontinued). |
|---|---|
| 20 | Bore size in mm (20/25/32/40). |
| ×15 | Stroke length in mm. |
| S | Optional magnet for a CS1-M / DS1-M sensor (MTBL uses CMSG/DMSG/EMSG). |
| CA / U / CM | Back cover: CA pivot, U flat-end or CM round-end. |
Replacement: MTAL → MTBL. Related: MSAL/MSBL (single-acting push), MAL/MBL (double acting).
Where the Airtac MTAL Rear Single Acting Mini Cylinder MTAL20X15SCM Is Used
Thermoformer Film Tension
Pulls a 15mm draw-bar to tension packaging film. The 81.7 N pull at 0.5 MPa handles light gauge materials, and the spring-extend fail-safe releases tension safely on air loss.
PCB Test Fixture Latch
Retracts a locking pin on an electronics test bed. The 20mm bore fits compact PCB tooling, while the -S magnet with CS1-M/DS1-M sensors confirms pin retraction for the controller.
Small Gripper Close
Pulls a robotic gripper jaw closed on small plastic parts. The short 15mm stroke and 134.4 N pull at 0.7 MPa provide fast, precise clamping without crushing the workpiece.
Replacing the Airtac MTAL Rear Single Acting Mini Cylinder MTAL20X15SCM with AIRTACMTBLREARSINGLEACTINGMINICYLINDERMTBL20X15SCM
To replace this MTAL20X15SCM with the MTBL20X15SCM, confirm the 20mm bore, 15mm stroke, G1/8 PT port, M8x1.25 rod thread, and CM round-end back cover. Because this is an -S SKU, you must upgrade your sensors from CS1-M/DS1-M to CMSG/DMSG/EMSG. Remember the 0.2 MPa minimum operating pressure and the fail-safe extended home position.
If sizing your pull force, this 20mm bore gives 81.7 N at 0.5 MPa. If you need less force, there is no smaller standard MAL bore. If you need more power, step up to the 25mm bore, which provides 137.2 N at 0.5 MPa. The fixed rubber bumper absorbs end-of-stroke impact.
Upgrade checklist
- ✓ Order the AIRTACMTBLREARSINGLEACTINGMINICYLINDERMTBL20X15SCM (same bore/stroke/force)
- ✓ Same pull direction and extended 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 AIRTACMTBLREARSINGLEACTINGMINICYLINDERMTBL20X15SCM instead of this discontinued model.
Airtac MTAL Rear Single Acting Mini Cylinder MTAL20X15SCM FAQ
Yes, the MTAL20X15SCM is discontinued. The exact drop-in replacement is the MTBL20X15SCM, matching the 20mm bore, 15mm stroke, G1/8 port, and CM back cover. You will need to upgrade your position sensors from CS1-M/DS1-M to CMSG/DMSG/EMSG.
It is a single-acting pull cylinder with a fixed rubber bumper. The usable pull force is 81.7 N at 0.5 MPa and 134.4 N at 0.7 MPa, requiring a minimum of 0.2 MPa. The fail-safe home position is extended, meaning the spring pushes the rod out on air loss. Do not apply external load to the spring extend stroke.
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