This model is discontinued
AirTAC has phased out the MAL series. The drop-in replacement is AIRTACMTBLREARSINGLEACTINGMINICYLINDERMTBL25X50CA — same bore, stroke, output force, port and mounting, so it fits the same application. Simply order the AIRTACMTBLREARSINGLEACTINGMINICYLINDERMTBL25X50CA 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 MTAL25X50CA
The AirTAC Airtac MTAL Rear Single Acting Mini Cylinder MTAL25X50CA is a single acting, pull (spring extend) aluminum-barrel mini cylinder with a Ø25mm bore and 50mm 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 AIRTACMTBLREARSINGLEACTINGMINICYLINDERMTBL25X50CA.
- BoreØ25 mm
- Stroke50 mm
- Port sizeG1/8
- Acting typeSingle acting, pull (spring extend)
- Rod threadM10×1.25
- StatusDiscontinued → AIRTACMTBLREARSINGLEACTINGMINICYLINDERMTBL25X50CA
About the Airtac MTAL Rear Single Acting Mini Cylinder MTAL25X50CA
The AirTAC MTAL25X50CA 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 a usable pull force of 137.2 N at 0.5 MPa on a 25 mm bore.
The exact drop-in replacement is the MTBL25X50CA. It shares the bore, stroke, CA clevis, G1/8 port, and force class. The old MTAL uses threaded covers; the MTBL uses a riveted rolling-packed body. This SKU lacks a magnet, so it cannot take a position sensor. The fixed rubber bumper absorbs end-of-stroke impact.
Airtac MTAL Rear Single Acting Mini Cylinder MTAL25X50CA Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MTAL Rear Single Acting Mini Cylinder MTAL25X50CA |
|---|---|
| Series | MAL single-acting mini cylinder (discontinued) |
| Replacement | AIRTACMTBLREARSINGLEACTINGMINICYLINDERMTBL25X50CA |
| Bore size | Ø25 mm |
| Stroke | 50 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 AIRTACMTBLREARSINGLEACTINGMINICYLINDERMTBL25X50CA 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 MTAL25X50CA
| MTAL | Single acting, pull (spring extend) aluminum-barrel mini cylinder (discontinued). |
|---|---|
| 25 | Bore size in mm (20/25/32/40). |
| ×50 | 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 MTAL25X50CA Is Used
Packaging Flap Puller
Retracts a 50 mm stroke to pull cardboard carton flaps down on a packaging line, using 137.2 N at 0.5 MPa, while the spring extends safely on air loss.
Textile Tension Draw
Pulls a fabric guide tight during textile weaving, applying a controlled 219.6 N at 0.7 MPa before releasing tension via the spring-extended home.
PCB Gripper Open
Closes an electronics pick-and-place gripper by pulling the jaw back against spring pressure, ensuring the gripper opens to release parts if air pressure drops.
Replacing the Airtac MTAL Rear Single Acting Mini Cylinder MTAL25X50CA with AIRTACMTBLREARSINGLEACTINGMINICYLINDERMTBL25X50CA
Replace this MTAL25X50CA with the MTBL25X50CA. Confirm the 25 mm bore, 50 mm stroke, G1/8 PT port, M10x1.25 rod thread, and CA pivot clevis. Because this SKU lacks a -S magnet, it cannot accept a sensor. The MTBL upgrade uses CMSG/DMSG/EMSG sensors if you need detection later.
Minimum working pressure is 0.2 MPa. Apply no external load on the spring extend stroke. If sizing down, the 20 mm bore gives 81.7 N at 0.5 MPa. If stepping up, the 32 mm bore yields 261.2 N at 0.5 MPa. The CA clevis swings on a pin for arcing loads.
Upgrade checklist
- ✓ Order the AIRTACMTBLREARSINGLEACTINGMINICYLINDERMTBL25X50CA (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 AIRTACMTBLREARSINGLEACTINGMINICYLINDERMTBL25X50CA instead of this discontinued model.
Airtac MTAL Rear Single Acting Mini Cylinder MTAL25X50CA FAQ
Yes, the MTAL25X50CA is discontinued. The exact drop-in replacement is the MTBL25X50CA. It matches the 25 mm bore, 50 mm stroke, CA clevis mount, G1/8 port, and single-acting pull function. The MTBL upgrades the body to a riveted rolling-packed design.
It provides a usable pull force of 137.2 N at 0.5 MPa and 219.6 N at 0.7 MPa. It is single-acting pull, meaning air retracts the rod and the spring extends it. The fail-safe home is extended. Minimum pressure is 0.2 MPa. It has a fixed rubber bumper, not an adjustable cushion.
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