This model is discontinued
AirTAC has phased out the MAL series. The drop-in replacement is MBL32X100CA-H — same bore, stroke, output force, port and mounting, so it fits the same application. Simply order the MBL32X100CA-H 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 MAL32 Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MAL32X100CA-H
The AirTAC Airtac MAL32 Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MAL32X100CA-H is a double-acting aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder with a Ø32mm bore and 100mm stroke, G1/8 air ports and a fixed rubber bumper. This model is discontinued — the drop-in replacement is the MBL32X100CA-H, which matches its bore, stroke, force and mounting.
- BoreØ32 mm
- Stroke100 mm
- Port sizeG1/8
- Acting typeDouble acting
- Rod threadM10×1.25
- StatusDiscontinued → MBL32X100CA-H
About the Airtac MAL32 Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MAL32X100CA-H
The AirTAC MAL32X100CA-H is a discontinued double-acting aluminum mini round cylinder with a 32 mm bore and 100 mm stroke. It delivers 402 N of push force and 346 N of pull force at 0.5 MPa. The exact drop-in replacement is the MBL32X100CA-H, which matches the original bore, stroke, output force, G1/8 port, and CA pivot mounting for a seamless upgrade.
This legacy SKU features a CA pivot clevis back cover designed to swing on a pin for arcing loads. The original MAL body uses threaded front and back covers, whereas the modern MBL replacement utilizes a riveted rolling-packed body. Because this specific configuration lacks the -S magnet option, it cannot accept a position sensor. The cylinder relies on a fixed rubber bumper for end-of-stroke damping and uses a heterogeneous two-way seal that retains grease for long service life.
Airtac MAL32 Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MAL32X100CA-H Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MAL32 Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MAL32X100CA-H |
|---|---|
| Series | MAL aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder (discontinued) |
| Replacement | MBL32X100CA-H |
| Bore size | Ø32 mm |
| Stroke | 100 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 MBL32X100CA-H 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 MBL32X100CA-H 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 MAL32 Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MAL32X100CA-H
| MAL | Aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder, double acting (discontinued). |
|---|---|
| 32 | Bore size in mm (20/25/32/40). |
| ×100 | 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 MAL32 Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MAL32X100CA-H Is Used
Textile Loom Tensioning
Provides 402 N of push force at 0.5 MPa to maintain precise tension on yarn guides, with the CA pivot absorbing the weaving mechanism's arcing motion.
Package Sorting Diverter
Uses the 100 mm stroke to push lightweight parcels onto secondary chutes, relying on the self-lubricating front-cover bearing for high-speed cycling.
PCB Router Clamping
Secures printed circuit board panels during routing operations, where the fixed rubber bumper adequately absorbs the 32 mm bore's end-of-stroke impact without marking the fixture.
Replacing the Airtac MAL32 Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MAL32X100CA-H with MBL32X100CA-H
To replace the MAL32X100CA-H, order the MBL32X100CA-H. Confirm the 32 mm bore, 100 mm stroke, G1/8 port, and PT tapered thread are correct for your fittings. The CA pivot back cover must mate with your existing clevis pin. Because this SKU has no -S magnet, it cannot support a sensor; if you need position detection, step up to an MBL32X100SCA-H and use the current CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG switches instead of the legacy CS1-M/DS1-M. If your application requires an adjustable air cushion rather than the fixed rubber bumper, look at the MBLC32X100CA equivalent.
For sizing flexibility, stepping down to a 25 mm bore drops the 0.5 MPa push force to 245 N, while stepping up to a 40 mm bore increases it to 628 N and changes the port to G1/4. Note that a plain MAL/MBL does not hold its load when air pressure is lost; the rod will drift. Use an external rod lock or pilot-operated check valve if the load must be held. At 100 mm stroke, side-load tolerance is manageable, but the Ø12 mm carbon-steel rod still requires aligned mounting to prevent premature bearing wear.
Upgrade checklist
- ✓ Order the MBL32X100CA-H (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 MBL32X100CA-H instead of this discontinued model.
Airtac MAL32 Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MAL32X100CA-H FAQ
Yes, the MAL32X100CA-H is discontinued. The exact drop-in replacement is the MBL32X100CA-H, which offers the same 32 mm bore, 100 mm stroke, G1/8 port, and CA pivot mounting. The primary change is that the MBL uses a riveted rolling-packed body instead of the older threaded covers.
At 0.5 MPa, the push force is 402 N and the pull force is 346 N. At 0.7 MPa, the push force is 563 N, with a theoretical maximum of 82 kgf at 1.0 MPa. Because this specific SKU lacks the -S magnet, it cannot accept a position sensor.
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