This model is discontinued
AirTAC has phased out the MAL series. The drop-in replacement is AIRTACMTBLREARSINGLEACTINGMINICYLINDERMTBL20X60CM — same bore, stroke, output force, port and mounting, so it fits the same application. Simply order the AIRTACMTBLREARSINGLEACTINGMINICYLINDERMTBL20X60CM 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 MTAL20X60CM
The AirTAC Airtac MTAL Rear Single Acting Mini Cylinder MTAL20X60CM is a single acting, pull (spring extend) aluminum-barrel mini cylinder with a Ø20mm bore and 60mm 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 AIRTACMTBLREARSINGLEACTINGMINICYLINDERMTBL20X60CM.
- BoreØ20 mm
- Stroke60 mm
- Port sizeG1/8
- Acting typeSingle acting, pull (spring extend)
- Rod threadM8×1.25
- StatusDiscontinued → AIRTACMTBLREARSINGLEACTINGMINICYLINDERMTBL20X60CM
About the Airtac MTAL Rear Single Acting Mini Cylinder MTAL20X60CM
The AirTAC MTAL20X60CM is a discontinued single-acting pull-type mini cylinder with a 20mm bore and 60mm stroke. Air retracts the rod while an internal spring extends it, yielding a usable pull force of 81.7 N at 0.5 MPa. The exact drop-in replacement is the MTBL20X60CM, matching the bore, stroke, and G1/8 port.
This CM round-end cover SKU lacks a -S magnet and cannot accept a position sensor. The MTAL features threaded covers and a fixed rubber bumper, whereas the MTBL upgrade uses a riveted rolling-packed body. On air loss, the spring pushes the rod to the extended fail-safe home, but it is a rest, not a lock.
Airtac MTAL Rear Single Acting Mini Cylinder MTAL20X60CM Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MTAL Rear Single Acting Mini Cylinder MTAL20X60CM |
|---|---|
| Series | MAL single-acting mini cylinder (discontinued) |
| Replacement | AIRTACMTBLREARSINGLEACTINGMINICYLINDERMTBL20X60CM |
| Bore size | Ø20 mm |
| Stroke | 60 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 AIRTACMTBLREARSINGLEACTINGMINICYLINDERMTBL20X60CM 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 MTAL20X60CM
| MTAL | Single acting, pull (spring extend) aluminum-barrel mini cylinder (discontinued). |
|---|---|
| 20 | Bore size in mm (20/25/32/40). |
| ×60 | 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 MTAL20X60CM Is Used
Packaging Flap Retraction
Pulls cardboard carton flaps closed inside a sealing station using 81.7 N at 0.5 MPa, relying on the spring to safely extend and release the flap when air drops.
Lathe Chuck Unclamping
Draws back a small lathe collet actuator pin; the 20mm bore provides a compact 134.4 N pull at 0.7 MPa to release metal bar stock during automated loading.
Textile Tension Release
Releases tension on a fabric web guide roller; the 60mm stroke allows full mechanical disengagement with the spring-extended fail-safe preventing material tear.
Replacing the Airtac MTAL Rear Single Acting Mini Cylinder MTAL20X60CM with AIRTACMTBLREARSINGLEACTINGMINICYLINDERMTBL20X60CM
To replace this MTAL20X60CM, specify the MTBL20X60CM. Confirm the 20mm bore, 60mm stroke, G1/8 port, PT thread, and CM round-end cover. Because this SKU lacks a magnet, you lose the CS1-M/DS1-M switches; the MTBL uses CMSG/DMSG/EMSG sensors if you add the -S option. Maintain a 0.2 MPa minimum working pressure and apply no external load on the spring-extend stroke.
For sizing, the 20mm bore provides 81.7 N of pull at 0.5 MPa. Stepping down is not possible as 20mm is the smallest available size. Stepping up to the 25mm bore yields 137.2 N of pull at 0.5 MPa if you need greater force. The fail-safe home remains extended on air loss.
Upgrade checklist
- ✓ Order the AIRTACMTBLREARSINGLEACTINGMINICYLINDERMTBL20X60CM (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 AIRTACMTBLREARSINGLEACTINGMINICYLINDERMTBL20X60CM instead of this discontinued model.
Airtac MTAL Rear Single Acting Mini Cylinder MTAL20X60CM FAQ
Yes, the MTAL20X60CM is discontinued. The exact drop-in replacement is the MTBL20X60CM, matching the 20mm bore, 60mm stroke, G1/8 port, and CM cover. The MTBL uses a riveted rolling-packed body instead of threaded covers.
The usable pull force is 81.7 N at 0.5 MPa and 134.4 N at 0.7 MPa, with a minimum working pressure of 0.2 MPa. The fail-safe home is extended; on air loss, the internal spring pushes the rod out. This is a rest, not a lock, so use an external device to hold a load.
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