This model is discontinued
AirTAC has phased out the MAL series. You can still order this code here: we ship the direct replacement B05-MBL32X150, 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 B05-MAL Robot-Dedicated Pneumatic Cylinder B05-MAL32X150
The AirTAC Airtac B05-MAL Robot-Dedicated Pneumatic Cylinder B05-MAL32X150 is a double-acting aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder with a Ø32mm bore and 150mm stroke, G1/8 air ports and a fixed rubber bumper. This model is discontinued — the direct replacement is the B05-MBL32X150, which matches its bore, stroke, force and mounting.
- BoreØ32 mm
- Stroke150 mm
- Port sizeG1/8
- Acting typeDouble acting
- Rod threadM10×1.25
- StatusDiscontinued → B05-MBL32X150
- 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 B05-MAL Robot-Dedicated Pneumatic Cylinder B05-MAL32X150
The AirTAC B05-MAL32X150 is a discontinued double-acting aluminum mini round cylinder. The leading "B05-" prefix marks this as a robot or manipulator pick-and-place dedicated variant, though it is mechanically identical to the standard MAL32X150. It delivers 402 N of push force and 346 N of pull force at 0.5 MPa. AirTAC replaced this legacy series with the MBL32X150, a direct upgrade retaining the exact 32 mm bore, 150 mm stroke, G1/8 port, and mounting footprint.
The original MAL body used threaded front and back covers, whereas the current MBL replacement features a riveted rolling-packed body for structural rigidity. This SKU lacks a built-in magnet, meaning it cannot support position sensing without physical modification. The 12 mm carbon-steel rod is protected by 20 um hard-chrome plating and guided by a self-lubricating front-cover bearing. End-of-stroke deceleration relies on a fixed rubber bumper, not an adjustable air cushion.
Airtac B05-MAL Robot-Dedicated Pneumatic Cylinder B05-MAL32X150 Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac B05-MAL Robot-Dedicated Pneumatic Cylinder B05-MAL32X150 |
|---|---|
| Series | MAL aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder (discontinued) |
| Replacement | B05-MBL32X150 |
| Bore size | Ø32 mm |
| Stroke | 150 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 B05-MBL32X150 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 B05-MBL32X150 produces the same force from the same bore. Actual usable force is lower than theoretical; size with a margin.
Model Code: Airtac B05-MAL Robot-Dedicated Pneumatic Cylinder B05-MAL32X150
| MAL | Aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder, double acting (discontinued). |
|---|---|
| 32 | Bore size in mm (20/25/32/40). |
| ×150 | 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 B05-MAL Robot-Dedicated Pneumatic Cylinder B05-MAL32X150 Is Used
Pick-and-Place Robot Arms
Drives the vertical Z-axis stroke on Cartesian manipulators, utilizing 402 N of push force to lower and grip components without overloading the robot wrist.
PCB Board Handling
Extends 150 mm to push populated circuit boards out of testing fixtures, relying on the self-lubricating bearing guide for smooth, low-friction transit.
Pallet Diverting Gates
Actuates lightweight routing flaps on conveyor lines, where the compact 32 mm aluminum body fits neatly between parallel belt rollers.
Replacing the Airtac B05-MAL Robot-Dedicated Pneumatic Cylinder B05-MAL32X150 with B05-MBL32X150
To replace the B05-MAL32X150, order the MBL32X150. Confirm your 150 mm stroke, G1/8 port, and PT thread form. Because this SKU has no -S magnet, you cannot mount a sensor; if pick-and-place logic requires end-of-stroke detection, order the MBL32X150S and upgrade to the current CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG switch family. The MBL shares the same fixed rubber bumper, so if your manipulator needs softer end-stops, step up to the MBLC32X150 which adds an adjustable air cushion.
For sizing flexibility, stepping down to the 25 mm bore yields 245 N push at 0.5 MPa, while stepping up to the 40 mm bore provides 628 N push at 0.5 MPa. At 150 mm of travel, the 12 mm rod has limited side-load tolerance; use an external guide rail for the manipulator jaw or pivot the body using a CA clevis. A plain cylinder drifts when air is lost, so add a pilot-operated check valve if the manipulator arm must hold its vertical position during an outage.
Upgrade checklist
- ✓ Order the B05-MBL32X150 (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 B05-MBL32X150 instead of this discontinued model.
Airtac B05-MAL Robot-Dedicated Pneumatic Cylinder B05-MAL32X150 FAQ
Yes, the B05-MAL32X150 is discontinued. The direct replacement is the MBL32X150. The "B05-" prefix simply designated it for manipulator and pick-and-place use, and the MBL replacement matches the 32 mm bore, 150 mm stroke, G1/8 port, and force ratings perfectly. The main physical change is the MBL uses a riveted rolling-packed body instead of the older threaded covers.
At 0.5 MPa it provides 402 N push and 346 N pull force; at 0.7 MPa it provides 563 N push, with a theoretical maximum of 82 kgf at 1.0 MPa. This specific SKU lacks the -S magnet, so it cannot accept CS1-M or DS1-M position sensors. If you need sensing, order the MBL32X150S and use the current CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG switches.
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