This model is discontinued
AirTAC has phased out the MAL series. You can still order this code here: we ship the direct replacement B01-MBL32X20SCA, with the same bore, stroke, output force, port and mounting, so it fits the same application. The MBL replacement upgrades to a riveted rolling-packed body and the current CMSG / DMSG / EMSG sensor switches (the MAL used CS1-M / DS1-M).
Airtac B01-MAL Special Purpose Cylinder B01-MAL32X20SCA
The AirTAC B01-MAL Special Purpose Cylinder B01-MAL32X20SCA is a double-acting aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder with a Ø32mm bore and 20mm stroke, G1/8 air ports and a fixed rubber bumper. This model is discontinued — the direct replacement is the B01-MBL32X20SCA, which matches its bore, stroke, force and mounting.
- BoreØ32 mm
- Stroke20 mm
- Port sizeG1/8
- Acting typeDouble acting
- Rod threadM10×1.25
- StatusDiscontinued → B01-MBL32X20SCA
- No minimum order. A single piece can be ordered.
- Ready in 3–5 business days. That is the time we take to process the order and hand it to the carrier. Transit time after that depends on the destination.
About the Airtac B01-MAL Special Purpose Cylinder B01-MAL32X20SCA
The AirTAC B01-MAL32X20SCA is a discontinued, double-acting aluminum mini round cylinder. The leading "B01-" prefix marks this as an application-dedicated (customer-specified) variant of the base MAL32X20SCA, meaning it shares the exact same 32 mm bore, 20 mm stroke, and physical specs but was grouped for a specific industrial use. It delivers 402 N of push force and 346 N of pull force at 0.5 MPa, utilizing a fixed rubber bumper for end-of-stroke damping rather than an adjustable cushion. AirTAC replaced this legacy series with the MBL32X20SCA, a direct alternative retaining the identical G1/8 port, Ø12 mm rod, and CA pivot mounting.
Mechanically, the legacy MAL body uses threaded front and back covers, whereas the current MBL replacement features a riveted rolling-packed body for secure assembly. This specific SKU includes a built-in magnet (-S) for position sensing; on the MAL it pairs with older CS1-M or DS1-M switches, but upgrading to the MBL requires switching to the current CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG sensor families. The piston relies on a heterogeneous two-way seal that retains grease, and the carbon-steel rod is protected by 20 µm hard-chrome plating to resist wear in demanding environments.
Airtac B01-MAL Special Purpose Cylinder B01-MAL32X20SCA Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac B01-MAL Special Purpose Cylinder B01-MAL32X20SCA |
|---|---|
| Series | MAL aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder (discontinued) |
| Replacement | B01-MBL32X20SCA |
| Bore size | Ø32 mm |
| Stroke | 20 mm |
| Acting type | Double acting |
| Port size | G1/8 |
| Rod thread | M10×1.25 |
| Fluid | Air (filtered by 40µm element) |
|---|---|
| Operating pressure | 0.1 – 1.0 MPa |
| Proof pressure | 1.5 MPa |
| Temperature | -20 to +70 °C |
| Speed range | 30 – 800 mm/s |
| Cushion | Fixed rubber bumper |
| Max standard stroke | Up to 500 mm |
Specifications follow the official AirTAC MAL datasheet (now discontinued). The B01-MBL32X20SCA carries the same ratings. Confirm against the product label before installation. Thread options: PT / G / NPT.
Theoretical Output Force (Ø32mm)
| Pressure | Push force | Pull force |
|---|---|---|
| 0.5 MPa | 402 N | 346 N |
| 0.7 MPa | 563 N | — |
| Max (@1.0 MPa) | 82 kgf | |
The B01-MBL32X20SCA produces the same force from the same bore. Actual usable force is lower than theoretical; size with a margin.
Model Code: Airtac B01-MAL Special Purpose Cylinder B01-MAL32X20SCA
| MAL | Aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder, double acting (discontinued). |
|---|---|
| 32 | Bore size in mm (20/25/32/40). |
| ×20 | Stroke length in mm. |
| S | Optional magnet for a CS1-M / DS1-M sensor (MBL uses CMSG/DMSG/EMSG). |
| CA / U / CM | Back cover: CA pivot, U flat-end or CM round-end. |
Replacement mapping: MAL → MBL, MSAL → MSBL, MTAL → MTBL, MALD → MBLD, MALJ → MBLJ.
Where the Airtac B01-MAL Special Purpose Cylinder B01-MAL32X20SCA Is Used
PCB Router Gantry Pivot
Drives a short 20 mm pivot stroke on a PCB depaneling router gantry, where the 402 N push force firmly holds the board and the CA clevis accommodates minor angular misalignment.
Carton Flap Tucker
Tucks side flaps on a packaging line carton erector; the 32 mm bore provides enough thrust to fold heavy corrugated board, while the compact aluminum body fits tight conveyor spacing.
Connector Insertion Press
Performs a short 20 mm insertion of pin headers into PCBs, using the 563 N push force at 0.7 MPa to seat connectors fully without damaging the surrounding components.
Replacing the Airtac B01-MAL Special Purpose Cylinder B01-MAL32X20SCA with B01-MBL32X20SCA
To replace the discontinued B01-MAL32X20SCA, order the MBL32X20SCA. It is a direct fit matching the 32 mm bore, 20 mm stroke, PT tapered port thread, G1/8 port size, and CA pivot back cover. Because your SKU has the -S magnet, you must update your position sensors: the older CS1-M / DS1-M switches do not fit the MBL, so migrate to the CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG series. The fixed rubber bumper on this cylinder only softens the end of stroke; it is not a lock, so the rod will drift if air pressure is lost. If you need to hold a load vertically, add an external rod lock or pilot-operated check valve.
When sizing, verify if 402 N push at 0.5 MPa is adequate. If you need less force, step down to a 25 mm bore (245 N push), or if you need more, step up to a 40 mm bore (628 N push). If your application requires adjustable end-cushioning to stop heavier loads smoothly, look at the current MBLC32X20 variant, as the MAL line only offers a fixed rubber bumper. The CA pivot back cover is ideal here, as it swings on a pin to absorb arcing rod movements.
Upgrade checklist
- ✓ Order the B01-MBL32X20SCA (same bore/stroke/force)
- ✓ Same G1/8 port and mounting accessories
- ✓ Sensor: swap CS1-M/DS1-M → CMSG/DMSG/EMSG
- ✓ Need a cushion? use MBLC (adjustable air cushion)
- ✓ 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 0.1 – 1.0 MPa operating pressure.
- check Avoid side load on the piston rod.
- check Front/rear covers are threaded — not intended for field disassembly.
- check Use the correct mounting accessory (LB / FA / SDB) and back cover (CA / U / CM).
- check For new builds, specify the B01-MBL32X20SCA instead of this discontinued model.
Airtac B01-MAL Special Purpose Cylinder B01-MAL32X20SCA FAQ
Yes, the B01-MAL32X20SCA is discontinued. The direct replacement is the MBL32X20SCA, which matches the 32 mm bore, 20 mm stroke, CA pivot back cover, and G1/8 port. The "B01-" prefix simply designates an application-specific build of the base MAL32X20SCA, so the MBL replacement fits identically. Note that your -S magnet will require upgrading from the old CS1-M / DS1-M switches to the new CMSG / DMSG / EMSG sensors.
The 32 mm bore provides a push force of 402 N and a pull force of 346 N at 0.5 MPa, increasing to a push force of 563 N at 0.7 MPa, with a maximum theoretical force of 82 kgf at 1.0 MPa. It uses a Ø12 mm carbon-steel rod with an M10x1.25 rod-end thread and a G1/8 port.
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