This model is discontinued
AirTAC has phased out the MAL series. The drop-in replacement is AIRTACMTBLREARSINGLEACTINGMINICYLINDERMTBL25X40CA — same bore, stroke, output force, port and mounting, so it fits the same application. Simply order the AIRTACMTBLREARSINGLEACTINGMINICYLINDERMTBL25X40CA 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 MTAL25X40CA
The AirTAC Airtac MTAL Rear Single Acting Mini Cylinder MTAL25X40CA is a single acting, pull (spring extend) aluminum-barrel mini cylinder with a Ø25mm bore and 40mm 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 AIRTACMTBLREARSINGLEACTINGMINICYLINDERMTBL25X40CA.
- BoreØ25 mm
- Stroke40 mm
- Port sizeG1/8
- Acting typeSingle acting, pull (spring extend)
- Rod threadM10×1.25
- StatusDiscontinued → AIRTACMTBLREARSINGLEACTINGMINICYLINDERMTBL25X40CA
About the Airtac MTAL Rear Single Acting Mini Cylinder MTAL25X40CA
The AirTAC MTAL25X40CA is a discontinued single-acting pull-type mini cylinder. Air retracts the 10mm rod over a 40mm stroke, while an internal spring extends it. Fail-safe home is extended. It delivers a usable pull force of 137.2 N at 0.5 MPa. The direct drop-in replacement is the MTBL25X40CA, matching the 25mm bore, stroke, and CA pivot cover.
This MTAL25X40CA variant uses a G1/8 port and a CA clevis back cover that swings on a pin for arcing loads. It has fixed rubber bumpers and threaded covers, whereas the MTBL replacement uses a riveted rolling-packed body. Because this specific SKU lacks the -S magnet, it cannot take a CS1-M or DS1-M position sensor.
Airtac MTAL Rear Single Acting Mini Cylinder MTAL25X40CA Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MTAL Rear Single Acting Mini Cylinder MTAL25X40CA |
|---|---|
| Series | MAL single-acting mini cylinder (discontinued) |
| Replacement | AIRTACMTBLREARSINGLEACTINGMINICYLINDERMTBL25X40CA |
| Bore size | Ø25 mm |
| Stroke | 40 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 AIRTACMTBLREARSINGLEACTINGMINICYLINDERMTBL25X40CA 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 MTAL25X40CA
| MTAL | Single acting, pull (spring extend) aluminum-barrel mini cylinder (discontinued). |
|---|---|
| 25 | Bore size in mm (20/25/32/40). |
| ×40 | 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 MTAL25X40CA Is Used
Packaging Flap Closer
Pulls a cardboard carton flap down against the 137.2N @0.5MPa rating. The spring-extend fail-safe safely opens the flap if air pressure drops during a machine jam.
Textile Tension Draw-Bar
Retracts a fabric tensioning bar 40mm. The CA pivot clevis accommodates the slight side arc as the webbing pulls, preventing guide wear on the 10mm rod.
Lathe Chuck Latch
Withdraws a safety latch pin from a spinning chuck. Air holds the 137.2N pull during the cycle; the spring automatically pushes the pin back out to lock the door on air loss.
Replacing the Airtac MTAL Rear Single Acting Mini Cylinder MTAL25X40CA with AIRTACMTBLREARSINGLEACTINGMINICYLINDERMTBL25X40CA
To replace an MTAL25X40CA, install the drop-in MTBL25X40CA. Confirm the 25mm bore, 40mm stroke, G1/8 PT port, M10x1.25 rod-end thread, and CA pivot back cover. Note the sensor family change: if you later need a magnet, the MTBL uses CMSG/DMSG/EMSG switches instead of the older CS1-M/DS1-M. Remember the 0.2 MPa minimum operating pressure, and apply no external load on the spring-extend stroke for safety.
For sizing both ways: stepping down to the 20mm bore drops the 0.5 MPa pull force to 81.7 N, while stepping up to the 32mm bore raises it to 261.2 N. At 40mm stroke, side-load and rod-bending risks are low, but ensure the CA clevis pin is free to articulate to avoid binding the front-cover guide.
Upgrade checklist
- ✓ Order the AIRTACMTBLREARSINGLEACTINGMINICYLINDERMTBL25X40CA (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 AIRTACMTBLREARSINGLEACTINGMINICYLINDERMTBL25X40CA instead of this discontinued model.
Airtac MTAL Rear Single Acting Mini Cylinder MTAL25X40CA FAQ
Yes, the MTAL25X40CA is discontinued. The exact drop-in replacement is the MTBL25X40CA, which matches the 25mm bore, 40mm stroke, CA pivot cover, and G1/8 port. The MTBL upgrades the body to a riveted rolling-packed design and uses CMSG/DMSG/EMSG sensors if a magnet is added.
It is a single-acting pull cylinder: air retracts the rod and the spring extends it. The fail-safe home is extended. Usable pull force is 219.6 N at 0.7 MPa and 137.2 N at 0.5 MPa (already net of the small return spring). It requires a minimum of 0.2 MPa to operate. Because this SKU lacks the -S magnet, it cannot accept a position sensor.
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