This model is discontinued
AirTAC has phased out the MAL series. The drop-in replacement is AIRTACMTBLREARSINGLEACTINGMINICYLINDERMTBL20X80CA — same bore, stroke, output force, port and mounting, so it fits the same application. Simply order the AIRTACMTBLREARSINGLEACTINGMINICYLINDERMTBL20X80CA 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 MTAL20X80CA
The AirTAC Airtac MTAL Rear Single Acting Mini Cylinder MTAL20X80CA is a single acting, pull (spring extend) aluminum-barrel mini cylinder with a Ø20mm bore and 80mm 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 AIRTACMTBLREARSINGLEACTINGMINICYLINDERMTBL20X80CA.
- BoreØ20 mm
- Stroke80 mm
- Port sizeG1/8
- Acting typeSingle acting, pull (spring extend)
- Rod threadM8×1.25
- StatusDiscontinued → AIRTACMTBLREARSINGLEACTINGMINICYLINDERMTBL20X80CA
About the Airtac MTAL Rear Single Acting Mini Cylinder MTAL20X80CA
The AirTAC MTAL20X80CA is a discontinued single-acting pull-type mini cylinder. Air retracts the rod, and an internal spring extends it. Fail-safe home is extended. It delivers 81.7 N usable pull at 0.5 MPa. The exact drop-in replacement is the MTBL20X80CA.
This 20mm bore uses an G1/8 port, an 8mm rod, and a CA pivot clevis for arcing loads. It has threaded covers; the MTBL uses a riveted body. This SKU lacks a magnet and cannot take a sensor.
Airtac MTAL Rear Single Acting Mini Cylinder MTAL20X80CA Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MTAL Rear Single Acting Mini Cylinder MTAL20X80CA |
|---|---|
| Series | MAL single-acting mini cylinder (discontinued) |
| Replacement | AIRTACMTBLREARSINGLEACTINGMINICYLINDERMTBL20X80CA |
| Bore size | Ø20 mm |
| Stroke | 80 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 AIRTACMTBLREARSINGLEACTINGMINICYLINDERMTBL20X80CA 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 MTAL20X80CA
| MTAL | Single acting, pull (spring extend) aluminum-barrel mini cylinder (discontinued). |
|---|---|
| 20 | Bore size in mm (20/25/32/40). |
| ×80 | 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 MTAL20X80CA Is Used
Packaging Flap Pull
Retracts a carton sealing arm with 81.7 N at 0.5 MPa. The CA clevis handles the arc, and the spring extends the arm safely away when air drops.
PCB Drawer Latch
Pulls a spring-loaded electronics test tray latch. The 8mm rod and 80mm stroke clear the board, and the fail-safe extended state releases the tray on air loss.
Textile Guide Draw
Draws back a loom thread guide. The fixed rubber bumper absorbs the 80mm stroke impact, while the CA pivot prevents binding on the pivot pin.
Replacing the Airtac MTAL Rear Single Acting Mini Cylinder MTAL20X80CA with AIRTACMTBLREARSINGLEACTINGMINICYLINDERMTBL20X80CA
Replace the MTAL20X80CA with the MTBL20X80CA. Confirm the 20mm bore, 80mm stroke, G1/8 port, PT thread, and CA clevis. The MTBL upgrades the body to a riveted rolling-pack. Since this SKU lacks an -S magnet, it cannot take a sensor. The MTBL also moves to CMSG/DMSG/EMSG switches if you need them. Minimum pressure is 0.2 MPa. Apply no external load on the spring extend stroke.
To size up, the 25mm bore gives 137.2 N pull at 0.5 MPa. To size down, no smaller MTAL bore exists. At 80mm stroke, watch for rod bending under side loads.
Upgrade checklist
- ✓ Order the AIRTACMTBLREARSINGLEACTINGMINICYLINDERMTBL20X80CA (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 AIRTACMTBLREARSINGLEACTINGMINICYLINDERMTBL20X80CA instead of this discontinued model.
Airtac MTAL Rear Single Acting Mini Cylinder MTAL20X80CA FAQ
Yes, the MTAL20X80CA is discontinued. The exact drop-in replacement is the MTBL20X80CA. It matches the 20mm bore, 80mm stroke, G1/8 port, and CA clevis, but upgrades the threaded covers to a riveted body.
It is single-acting pull, spring extend. Usable pull is 81.7 N at 0.5 MPa and 134.4 N at 0.7 MPa. Max kgf is roughly 13.7. Operating pressure is 0.2-1.0 MPa. The fixed rubber bumper is not a lock; use an external device to hold a load.
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