This model is discontinued
AirTAC has phased out the MAL series. You can still order this code here: we ship the direct replacement B01-MBL40X50SCA, 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-MAL40X50SCA
The AirTAC Airtac B01-MAL Special Purpose Cylinder B01-MAL40X50SCA is a double-acting aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder with a Ø40mm bore and 50mm stroke, G1/4 air ports and a fixed rubber bumper. This model is discontinued — the direct replacement is the B01-MBL40X50SCA, which matches its bore, stroke, force and mounting.
- BoreØ40 mm
- Stroke50 mm
- Port sizeG1/4
- Acting typeDouble acting
- Rod threadM12×1.25
- StatusDiscontinued → B01-MBL40X50SCA
- 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-MAL40X50SCA
The AirTAC B01-MAL40X50SCA is a discontinued, double-acting aluminum mini round cylinder. The B01- prefix marks this as an application-dedicated (customer-specified) variant, mechanically identical to the standard MAL40X50SCA. It delivers 628 N of push force at 0.5 MPa and features a 16 mm carbon-steel rod with 20 um hard-chrome plating. AirTAC replaced the MAL series with the MBL line, making the MBL40X50SCA your direct replacement.
This 40 mm bore unit uses a G1/4 port and a CA pivot back cover designed to swing on a pin for arcing loads. The legacy MAL body relies on threaded front and back covers, whereas the current MBL utilizes a riveted rolling-packed body. Because this SKU includes the -S magnet, it originally paired with CS1-M / DS1-M switches; upgrading to the MBL requires switching to the current CMSG / DMSG / EMSG sensor family.
Airtac B01-MAL Special Purpose Cylinder B01-MAL40X50SCA Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac B01-MAL Special Purpose Cylinder B01-MAL40X50SCA |
|---|---|
| Series | MAL aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder (discontinued) |
| Replacement | B01-MBL40X50SCA |
| Bore size | Ø40 mm |
| Stroke | 50 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-MBL40X50SCA 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-MBL40X50SCA 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-MAL40X50SCA
| MAL | Aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder, double acting (discontinued). |
|---|---|
| 40 | Bore size in mm (20/25/32/40). |
| ×50 | 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-MAL40X50SCA Is Used
Pneumatic Stamping Press
Drives a short 50 mm stroke stamping die with 628 N of push force at 0.5 MPa to crimp small sheet metal enclosures.
Package Divert Arm
Uses the CA pivot back cover to swing a sorting arm smoothly through an arc, routing medium-weight cartons on a distribution line.
Pallet Lift Gate
Actuates a 50 mm lifting gate to lower heavy product trays, relying on the 16 mm hard-chrome plated rod to resist deflection.
Replacing the Airtac B01-MAL Special Purpose Cylinder B01-MAL40X50SCA with B01-MBL40X50SCA
To replace this cylinder, order the MBL40X50SCA. It matches the 40 mm bore, 50 mm stroke, G1/4 port, PT thread, and CA pivot back cover exactly. If you need to adjust the force, stepping down to the 32 mm bore yields 402 N of push at 0.5 MPa, while no larger mini round bore exists in this family. The -S magnet on your current unit means you must migrate from the older CS1-M / DS1-M sensors to the CMSG / DMSG / EMSG switches on the MBL. The fixed rubber bumper softens end-of-stroke impact, but if your application requires adjustable cushioning, look at the MBLC variant on the current line. A plain bumper does not hold position; install an external rod lock if the load must be prevented from drifting upon air loss.
Upgrade checklist
- ✓ Order the B01-MBL40X50SCA (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-MBL40X50SCA instead of this discontinued model.
Airtac B01-MAL Special Purpose Cylinder B01-MAL40X50SCA FAQ
Yes, the B01-MAL40X50SCA is discontinued. The direct replacement is the MBL40X50SCA, which shares the same 40 mm bore, 50 mm stroke, CA pivot back cover, and G1/4 port. The B01- prefix simply denotes an application-dedicated variant of the base model, so the MBL replacement functions identically.
At 0.5 MPa it provides 628 N push and 528 N pull force, increasing to 880 N push at 0.7 MPa, with a maximum theoretical force of 128 kgf at 1.0 MPa. Because this SKU includes the -S magnet, it uses the older CS1-M / DS1-M switches; if you upgrade to the MBL replacement, you must switch to the current CMSG / DMSG / EMSG sensor family.
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