This model is discontinued
AirTAC has phased out the MAL series. The drop-in replacement is B01-MBL40X200SCA — same bore, stroke, output force, port and mounting, so it fits the same application. Simply order the B01-MBL40X200SCA in place of this model. 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-MAL40X200SCA
The AirTAC Airtac B01-MAL Special Purpose Cylinder B01-MAL40X200SCA is a double-acting aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder with a Ø40mm bore and 200mm stroke, G1/4 air ports and a fixed rubber bumper. This model is discontinued — the drop-in replacement is the B01-MBL40X200SCA, which matches its bore, stroke, force and mounting.
- BoreØ40 mm
- Stroke200 mm
- Port sizeG1/4
- Acting typeDouble acting
- Rod threadM12×1.25
- StatusDiscontinued → B01-MBL40X200SCA
About the Airtac B01-MAL Special Purpose Cylinder B01-MAL40X200SCA
The AirTAC B01-MAL40X200SCA is a discontinued double-acting aluminum mini round cylinder. The B01- prefix marks this as an application-dedicated, customer-specified variant that is mechanically identical to the standard MAL40X200SCA. Delivering 628 N of push force at 0.5 MPa over a 200 mm stroke, it is replaced drop-in by the MBL40X200SCA. The legacy MAL body uses threaded front and back covers, whereas the current MBL replacement features a riveted rolling-packed body for equally robust performance.
This specific SKU includes a built-in magnet (-S) for position detection and a CA pivot back cover. Because it is an -S model, the original MAL works with older CS1-M or DS1-M reed switches, but upgrading to the MBL40X200SCA requires the current CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG sensor families. The 16 mm carbon-steel rod is plated with 20 um hard chrome and rides in a self-lubricating front-cover bearing guide. End-of-stroke deceleration relies on a fixed rubber bumper, not an adjustable cushion.
Airtac B01-MAL Special Purpose Cylinder B01-MAL40X200SCA Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac B01-MAL Special Purpose Cylinder B01-MAL40X200SCA |
|---|---|
| Series | MAL aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder (discontinued) |
| Replacement | B01-MBL40X200SCA |
| Bore size | Ø40 mm |
| Stroke | 200 mm |
| Acting type | Double acting |
| Port size | G1/4 |
| Rod thread | M12×1.25 |
| 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-MBL40X200SCA carries the same ratings. Confirm against the product label before installation. Thread options: PT / G / NPT.
Theoretical Output Force (Ø40mm)
| Pressure | Push force | Pull force |
|---|---|---|
| 0.5 MPa | 628 N | 528 N |
| 0.7 MPa | 880 N | — |
| Max (@1.0 MPa) | 128 kgf | |
The B01-MBL40X200SCA produces the same force from the same bore — a true drop-in on output. Actual usable force is lower than theoretical; size with a margin.
Model Code: Airtac B01-MAL Special Purpose Cylinder B01-MAL40X200SCA
| MAL | Aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder, double acting (discontinued). |
|---|---|
| 40 | Bore size in mm (20/25/32/40). |
| ×200 | 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-MAL40X200SCA Is Used
Pallet Diverting Gate
Swings a routing gate on a packaging conveyor using the CA pivot back cover to accommodate arcing motion, relying on 628 N of thrust to push loaded pallets.
CNC Lathe Bar Feeder
Pushes raw bar stock into a turning center, using the 200 mm stroke and the -S magnet with a CS1-M sensor to confirm material injection.
Carton Flap Folder
Actuates a mechanical folding arm on a case erector, where the fixed rubber bumper absorbs the shock of rapid 880 N extension at 0.7 MPa.
Replacing the Airtac B01-MAL Special Purpose Cylinder B01-MAL40X200SCA with B01-MBL40X200SCA
To replace this discontinued cylinder, order the MBL40X200SCA. It matches the 40 mm bore, 200 mm stroke, G1/4 port, PT thread, CA pivot back cover, and -S magnet exactly. When sizing, step down to a 32 mm bore for 402 N push at 0.5 MPa, or step up if your application exceeds 128 kgf. Note that the -S magnet changes sensor compatibility from CS1-M/DS1-M to CMSG/DMSG/EMSG on the new MBL. If you need precise end-of-stroke deceleration, the fixed rubber bumper on this MAL cannot be adjusted; you would need the MBLC variant on the current line. At 200 mm stroke, the 16 mm rod handles moderate side loads, but for arcing movements the CA clevis back cover is essential. A plain bumper does not hold position if air pressure drops; add an external rod lock for safety-critical holding.
Upgrade checklist
- ✓ Order the B01-MBL40X200SCA (same bore/stroke/force)
- ✓ Same G1/4 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-MBL40X200SCA instead of this discontinued model.
Airtac B01-MAL Special Purpose Cylinder B01-MAL40X200SCA FAQ
Yes, the B01-MAL40X200SCA is discontinued. The exact drop-in replacement is the MBL40X200SCA. The B01- prefix simply denotes an application-dedicated variant of the base cylinder; the MBL replacement shares the exact same 40 mm bore, 200 mm stroke, G1/4 port, CA pivot cover, and -S magnet. The main upgrade is the body construction changing from threaded covers to a riveted rolling-packed design.
At 0.5 MPa, the push force is 628 N and the pull force is 528 N. At 0.7 MPa, the push force is 880 N, with a maximum theoretical force of 128 kgf at 1.0 MPa. Because this SKU includes the -S magnet, it supports position sensing. The original MAL uses CS1-M or DS1-M switches, but the MBL40X200SCA replacement requires the newer CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG sensor families.
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