This model is discontinued
AirTAC has phased out the MAL series. The drop-in replacement is AIRTACMTBLREARSINGLEACTINGMINICYLINDERMTBL20X5CA — same bore, stroke, output force, port and mounting, so it fits the same application. Simply order the AIRTACMTBLREARSINGLEACTINGMINICYLINDERMTBL20X5CA 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 MTAL20X5CA
The AirTAC Airtac MTAL Rear Single Acting Mini Cylinder MTAL20X5CA is a single acting, pull (spring extend) aluminum-barrel mini cylinder with a Ø20mm bore and 5mm 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 AIRTACMTBLREARSINGLEACTINGMINICYLINDERMTBL20X5CA.
- BoreØ20 mm
- Stroke5 mm
- Port sizeG1/8
- Acting typeSingle acting, pull (spring extend)
- Rod threadM8×1.25
- StatusDiscontinued → AIRTACMTBLREARSINGLEACTINGMINICYLINDERMTBL20X5CA
About the Airtac MTAL Rear Single Acting Mini Cylinder MTAL20X5CA
The AirTAC MTAL20X5CA is a discontinued single-acting pull-type mini cylinder. Air retracts the 8mm rod for a 5mm work stroke, while an internal spring extends it back out. The drop-in replacement is the MTBL20X5CA, matching the 20mm bore, G1/8 port, and CA clevis. This bore yields a usable pull force of 81.7 N at 0.5 MPa.
This specific CA back cover provides a pivot pin for arcing linkages. Because this SKU lacks the -S magnet, it cannot accept a position sensor. During the upgrade, note the MTAL uses threaded covers and CS1-M/DS1-M switches, whereas the MTBL features a riveted body and CMSG/DMSG/EMSG sensors. Never apply external load on the spring extend stroke.
Airtac MTAL Rear Single Acting Mini Cylinder MTAL20X5CA Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MTAL Rear Single Acting Mini Cylinder MTAL20X5CA |
|---|---|
| Series | MAL single-acting mini cylinder (discontinued) |
| Replacement | AIRTACMTBLREARSINGLEACTINGMINICYLINDERMTBL20X5CA |
| Bore size | Ø20 mm |
| Stroke | 5 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 AIRTACMTBLREARSINGLEACTINGMINICYLINDERMTBL20X5CA 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 MTAL20X5CA
| MTAL | Single acting, pull (spring extend) aluminum-barrel mini cylinder (discontinued). |
|---|---|
| 20 | Bore size in mm (20/25/32/40). |
| ×5 | 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 MTAL20X5CA Is Used
Packaging Lid Pull
Retracts a light carton sealing flap using 81.7 N at 0.5 MPa; the spring-extend fail-safe safely opens the lid on air loss to clear jams.
Textile Tension Arm
Draws back a thread guide arm 5mm; the CA pivot clevis accommodates the slight side arc during the pull stroke without binding.
Electronic Test Fixture
Pulls a small DUT carrier backward in a PCB test station; the fixed rubber bumper absorbs the 5mm end-of-stroke impact quietly.
Replacing the Airtac MTAL Rear Single Acting Mini Cylinder MTAL20X5CA with AIRTACMTBLREARSINGLEACTINGMINICYLINDERMTBL20X5CA
To replace this MTAL20X5CA with the MTBL20X5CA, confirm the 20mm bore, 5mm stroke, PT G1/8 thread, M8x1.25 rod, and CA pivot cover. The minimum operating pressure is 0.2 MPa. Remember the fail-safe home is EXTENDED, and the fixed rubber bumper is not a lock. If 81.7 N at 0.5 MPa is insufficient, step up to the 25mm bore (137.2 N at 0.5 MPa). If you need less force, step down is unavailable as 20mm is the smallest size.
Upgrade checklist
- ✓ Order the AIRTACMTBLREARSINGLEACTINGMINICYLINDERMTBL20X5CA (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 AIRTACMTBLREARSINGLEACTINGMINICYLINDERMTBL20X5CA instead of this discontinued model.
Airtac MTAL Rear Single Acting Mini Cylinder MTAL20X5CA FAQ
Yes, the MTAL20X5CA is discontinued. The exact drop-in replacement is the MTBL20X5CA, matching the 20mm bore, 5mm stroke, G1/8 port, and CA pivot cover. You will need CMSG/DMSG/EMSG sensors if upgrading from an -S model, though this no-magnet SKU cannot take a sensor.
It provides a usable pull force of 81.7 N at 0.5 MPa and 134.4 N at 0.7 MPa, with a minimum operating pressure of 0.2 MPa. It is single-acting pull, meaning air retracts the rod and the spring extends it. On air loss, the fail-safe home is EXTENDED. The fixed rubber bumper is not a lock; use an external device to hold a load.
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