This model is discontinued
AirTAC has phased out the MAL series. The drop-in replacement is AIRTACMTBLREARSINGLEACTINGMINICYLINDERMTBL25X20CM — same bore, stroke, output force, port and mounting, so it fits the same application. Simply order the AIRTACMTBLREARSINGLEACTINGMINICYLINDERMTBL25X20CM 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 MTAL25X20CM
The AirTAC Airtac MTAL Rear Single Acting Mini Cylinder MTAL25X20CM is a single acting, pull (spring extend) aluminum-barrel mini cylinder with a Ø25mm bore and 20mm 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 AIRTACMTBLREARSINGLEACTINGMINICYLINDERMTBL25X20CM.
- BoreØ25 mm
- Stroke20 mm
- Port sizeG1/8
- Acting typeSingle acting, pull (spring extend)
- Rod threadM10×1.25
- StatusDiscontinued → AIRTACMTBLREARSINGLEACTINGMINICYLINDERMTBL25X20CM
About the Airtac MTAL Rear Single Acting Mini Cylinder MTAL25X20CM
The AirTAC MTAL25X20CM is a discontinued single-acting pull mini cylinder with a 25mm bore and 20mm stroke. Air retracts the rod while an internal spring extends it, yielding a fail-safe extended home position on air loss. It delivers a usable pull force of 137.2 N at 0.5 MPa. The exact drop-in replacement is the MTBL25X20CM, sharing the same bore, stroke, port, and CM mounting.
This non-magnet SKU cannot take a position sensor, whereas an MTBL-S would use CMSG/DMSG/EMSG switches. The MTAL features threaded covers and a fixed rubber bumper, while the MTBL upgrade uses a riveted rolling-packed body. Never apply external load on the spring extend stroke; the spring provides a rest, not a powered hold.
Airtac MTAL Rear Single Acting Mini Cylinder MTAL25X20CM Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MTAL Rear Single Acting Mini Cylinder MTAL25X20CM |
|---|---|
| Series | MAL single-acting mini cylinder (discontinued) |
| Replacement | AIRTACMTBLREARSINGLEACTINGMINICYLINDERMTBL25X20CM |
| Bore size | Ø25 mm |
| Stroke | 20 mm |
| Acting type | Single acting, pull (spring extend) |
| Port size | G1/8 |
| Rod thread | M10×1.25 |
| 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 AIRTACMTBLREARSINGLEACTINGMINICYLINDERMTBL25X20CM carries the same single-acting ratings.
Usable Pull Force (Ø25mm)
| Pressure | Pull force (net of spring) |
|---|---|
| 0.5 MPa | 137.2 N |
| 0.7 MPa | 219.6 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 MTAL25X20CM
| MTAL | Single acting, pull (spring extend) aluminum-barrel mini cylinder (discontinued). |
|---|---|
| 25 | Bore size in mm (20/25/32/40). |
| ×20 | 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 MTAL25X20CM Is Used
Packaging Flap Folder
Pulls a cardboard packaging flap mechanism with 137.2 N at 0.5 MPa, relying on the spring-extended fail-safe to clear the conveyor path during air loss.
Textile Tension Gate
Draws back a textile machine tensioning gate over the 20mm stroke, using the fail-safe extended position to safely release web tension if compressed air drops.
Electronic Tester Probe
Retracts a PCB testing probe using 219.6 N at 0.7 MPa, ensuring the probe springs back out to avoid damaging the board when the test cycle ends.
Replacing the Airtac MTAL Rear Single Acting Mini Cylinder MTAL25X20CM with AIRTACMTBLREARSINGLEACTINGMINICYLINDERMTBL25X20CM
To replace the MTAL25X20CM, select the MTBL25X20CM and confirm the 25mm bore, 20mm stroke, G1/8 PT port, and CM round-end back cover. Since this SKU lacks the -S magnet, it cannot accept a sensor. The system requires a 3/2 valve and a minimum 0.2 MPa operating pressure.
For sizing, step down to the 20mm bore (81.7 N pull at 0.5 MPa) for lighter latch pulls, or step up to the 32mm bore (261.2 N at 0.5 MPa) for heavier tensioning. Remember the fail-safe home is extended, and never apply external load on the spring extend stroke.
Upgrade checklist
- ✓ Order the AIRTACMTBLREARSINGLEACTINGMINICYLINDERMTBL25X20CM (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 AIRTACMTBLREARSINGLEACTINGMINICYLINDERMTBL25X20CM instead of this discontinued model.
Airtac MTAL Rear Single Acting Mini Cylinder MTAL25X20CM FAQ
Yes, the MTAL25X20CM is discontinued. The exact drop-in replacement is the MTBL25X20CM, which matches the 25mm bore, 20mm stroke, G1/8 port, and CM mounting. The MTBL upgrades the body to a riveted rolling-packed design.
This single-acting pull cylinder provides a usable pull force of 137.2 N at 0.5 MPa and 219.6 N at 0.7 MPa, requiring a minimum 0.2 MPa operating pressure. Its fail-safe home is extended, meaning the internal spring pushes the rod out upon air loss.
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