Mini Air Cylinder

Hangzhou Evershine Pneumatic Import & Export Co., Ltd. is one of the leading manufacturers and suppliers of mini air cylinder in China. With abundant experience, we are committed to providing high quality pneumatic components to global clients. Welcome to wholesale custom made mini air cylinder from our factory. Also, OEM service is available.

 

 

The MAL series is what we call a mini air cylinder. It provides reliable linear motion in a compact, lightweight package – crafted from high-strength aluminium alloy for durability without the weight. Install it into your miniature automation system, connect your air supply, and let it do its job: extending and retracting with precision and consistency, cycle after cycle.

 

Once it's installed, you barely have to think about it. The lightweight aluminium construction reduces moving mass, the special bidirectional sealing structure ensures low starting pressure, and the optional magnetic piston enables precise position sensing. No space issues. No weight penalties. No unexpected failures.

 

Available in a range of sizes to suit your miniature application requirements:

Bore sizes from 16mm to 40mm

Adjustable strokes from 0mm to 100mm

Double-acting and single-acting configurations

Built-in magnet options for position detection with reed switches

 

 

Mini Air Cylinder – MAL Series Lightweight Double-Acting Miniature Pneumatic Cylinder is designed to solve a very real problem that we see all the time in miniature automation – the need for reliable, precise pneumatic actuation in applications where space and weight are at a premium.

The MAL series mini air cylinder tackles that head-on. It takes your compressed air supply and converts it into precise linear motion – in a compact, lightweight package that fits easily into tight machine envelopes. We've kept the design simple and rugged – aluminium alloy construction,precision sealing technology,and optional magnetic piston for position feedback.

Whether you're designing a small pick-and-place system, a precision clamping fixture, a testing device, or a miniature assembly station, this mini air cylinder gives you one less thing to worry about. Install it, connect it, and let it move – that's the idea.

 

 What's inside the box

The MAL series mini air cylinder features a high-strength aluminium alloy tube that delivers durability while keeping weight to a minimum. The ends are secured with threaded connections between the covers and the tube, making the structure robust yet compact and easy to maintain.

 

Key design features include:

Special bidirectional sealing structure – compact design with oil reservoir function for low starting pressure and long life

Self-lubricating bearing in the front cover – provides good guidance and allows for operation without additional lubrication

Optional magnetic piston – available for models with 'S' in the part number, enabling position sensing with external reed switches

Wide variety of mounting options – including CA-swivel type, CM-round type, U-flat type, FA-front flange, and LB-foot mounting

Bore sizes available: 16, 20, 25, 32, and 40mm. Adjustable strokes from 0mm to 100mm.

 

 Why it stands out

What we hear from our customers again and again is how much they appreciate the lightweight design of this mini air cylinder. The aluminium alloy construction delivers the strength you need without the weight penalty of steel cylinders – critical for moving axes and lightweight structures.

The special bidirectional sealing structure is another big plus. If you've ever dealt with cylinders that stick or chatter at low pressures, you'll see the value here. This one delivers smooth operation and low starting pressure – even in demanding applications.

And the magnetic piston option? It enables precise position detection with standard reed switches – no complex sensors required, no additional mounting hardware needed.

The flexible mounting options mean you can install this mini air cylinder in almost any orientation – swivel, round, flat, flange, or foot mounting.

 

 What it means for your miniature automation

Let's talk practical outcomes. When you use a mini air cylinder in your miniature automation system, good things happen.

You save valuable space. The compact design fits easily into tight machine envelopes – no need to redesign your machine to accommodate bulky cylinders.

You reduce moving mass. The lightweight aluminium construction means less inertia, faster cycle times, and lower energy consumption.

You get reliable position feedback. The optional magnetic piston works with standard reed switches – simple, cost-effective position detection.

You simplify maintenance. The self-lubricating bearing means no additional lubrication required – less maintenance, less downtime.

You reduce machine weight. The aluminium alloy construction keeps overall machine weight down – important for portable and lightweight equipment.

 

 Backed by real numbers

We don't just make claims – we test these cylinders properly.

The MAL series mini air cylinder is built to handle a proof pressure of 1.5MPa and an operating pressure range of 0.1 to 0.9MPa. Operating temperature range is -5°C to 70°C. Piston rod threads range from M8×1.25 to M12×1.25 depending on bore size. Port sizes are G1/8 for 20-25mm bores and G1/4 for 32-40mm bores.

Bore sizes available: 16, 20, 25, 32, and 40mm. Adjustable strokes from 0mm to 100mm. The cylinder uses rubber bumper cushioning for smooth end-of-stroke deceleration.

These are proven, field-tested specifications. The MAL series has been installed in thousands of miniature automation systems worldwide – running reliably on small pick-and-place systems, precision clamping fixtures, testing devices, and miniature assembly stations.

 

 

Parameter	MAL20	MAL25	MAL32	MAL40
Action Type	Double acting, single rod	Double acting, single rod	Double acting, single rod	Double acting, single rod
Bore Size	20mm	25mm	32mm	40mm
Fluid	Filtered compressed air	Filtered compressed air	Filtered compressed air	Filtered compressed air
Proof Pressure	1.5MPa	1.5MPa	1.5MPa	1.5MPa
Operating Pressure	0.1~0.9MPa	0.1~0.9MPa	0.1~0.9MPa	0.1~0.9MPa
Temperature	-5~70°C	-5~70°C	-5~70°C	-5~70°C
Port Size	G1/8	G1/8	G1/4	G1/4
Piston Rod Thread	M8×1.25	M10×1.25	M10×1.25	M12×1.25
Cushion Type	Rubber bumper	Rubber bumper	Rubber bumper	Rubber bumper
Body Material	Aluminium alloy	Aluminium alloy	Aluminium alloy	Aluminium alloy

 

 

 

Here's a quick walkthrough – installation, operation, and a real-world application example so you can see this mini air cylinder in action.

 

 

We've seen these cylinders installed in all sorts of miniature applications, and we've picked up a few practical tips along the way:

• Choose the right bore size. Match the bore size to your force requirements – 16mm for light loads, 40mm for heavier applications.
• Consider the magnetic piston option. If you need position feedback, choose a model with the 'S' suffix – it's much easier than retrofitting sensors later.
• Mount it securely. Choose the appropriate mounting style for your application – swivel, round, flat, flange, or foot mounting.
• Filter your air. Use a 40μm or finer filter upstream – clean air extends cylinder life.
• No lubrication needed. Thanks to the self-lubricating bearing, no additional lubrication is required – but if you do lubricate, continue using the same medium consistently.
• Check the temperature. Ensure your operating environment stays within the -5°C to 70°C range.

That's about it – a few simple habits will keep your mini air cylinder running trouble-free for a long time.

 

 

 

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