This model is discontinued
AirTAC has phased out the MAL series. The drop-in replacement is MBL32X100SCMH — same bore, stroke, output force, port and mounting, so it fits the same application. Simply order the MBL32X100SCMH 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 MAL32X100SCMH
The AirTAC Airtac MAL32 Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MAL32X100SCMH 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 MBL32X100SCMH, which matches its bore, stroke, force and mounting.
- BoreØ32 mm
- Stroke100 mm
- Port sizeG1/8
- Acting typeDouble acting
- Rod threadM10×1.25
- StatusDiscontinued → MBL32X100SCMH
About the Airtac MAL32 Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MAL32X100SCMH
The AirTAC MAL32X100SCMH is a discontinued double-acting aluminum mini round cylinder delivering 402 N of push force at 0.5 MPa. It features a 32 mm bore, 100 mm stroke, a built-in magnet, and a CM round-end back cover. AirTAC replaced this legacy unit with the MBL32X100SCMH, a drop-in upgrade retaining the exact same bore, stroke, output force, G1/8 port, and mounting interface.
This model uses a heterogeneous two-way seal that retains grease, paired with a self-lubricating front-cover bearing guide to support the Ø12 mm carbon-steel rod. The original MAL body uses threaded front and back covers, whereas the current MBL replacement features a riveted rolling-packed body for equally robust performance. Because this SKU includes the -S magnet, it was designed for the older CS1-M / DS1-M switches; upgrading to the MBL means switching to the current CMSG / DMSG / EMSG sensor family.
Airtac MAL32 Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MAL32X100SCMH Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MAL32 Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MAL32X100SCMH |
|---|---|
| Series | MAL aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder (discontinued) |
| Replacement | MBL32X100SCMH |
| 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 MBL32X100SCMH 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 MBL32X100SCMH 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 MAL32X100SCMH
| 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 MAL32X100SCMH Is Used
PCB Depaneling Router
Provides the 402 N push at 0.5 MPa needed to plunge a router bit into printed circuit boards, using the 100 mm stroke to clear the tooling on the upstroke.
Connector Insertion Press
Drives delicate ribbon connectors into housing slots, relying on the self-lubricating bearing guide to keep the Ø12 mm rod aligned through the 100 mm travel.
Carton Flap Folder
Actuates a mechanical arm to fold small corrugated carton flaps, where the CM round-end back cover accommodates the slight arcing motion of the linkage.
Replacing the Airtac MAL32 Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MAL32X100SCMH with MBL32X100SCMH
To replace the MAL32X100SCMH, order the MBL32X100SCMH. Confirm your 32 mm bore, 100 mm stroke, PT thread, and CM round-end back cover are retained. The -S magnet carries over, but you must update your position switches to the MBL-compatible CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG series. If you need adjustable air cushioning—which the MAL lacks due to its fixed rubber bumper—step up to the MBLC variant on the current line.
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. A plain MBL does not hold its load when air pressure is lost; the rod will drift, so add an external rod lock or pilot-operated check valve for vertical loads. At 100 mm stroke, side-load risk is moderate, but always ensure the CM round-end pivot is free to articulate to avoid bending the rod.
Upgrade checklist
- ✓ Order the MBL32X100SCMH (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 MBL32X100SCMH instead of this discontinued model.
Airtac MAL32 Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MAL32X100SCMH FAQ
Yes, the MAL32X100SCMH is discontinued. The exact drop-in replacement is the MBL32X100SCMH, which matches the 32 mm bore, 100 mm stroke, G1/8 port, and CM mounting. You must upgrade your CS1-M / DS1-M sensors to the CMSG / DMSG / EMSG family for the new body.
At 0.5 MPa, the push force is 402 N and the pull force is 346 N. At 0.7 MPa, the push force increases to 563 N. The maximum theoretical force is 82 kgf at 1.0 MPa.
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