This model is discontinued
AirTAC has phased out the MAL series. The drop-in replacement is MBL32X125-U — same bore, stroke, output force, port and mounting, so it fits the same application. Simply order the MBL32X125-U 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 MAL32X125-U
The AirTAC Airtac MAL32 Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MAL32X125-U is a double-acting aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder with a Ø32mm bore and 125mm stroke, G1/8 air ports and a fixed rubber bumper. This model is discontinued — the drop-in replacement is the MBL32X125-U, which matches its bore, stroke, force and mounting.
- BoreØ32 mm
- Stroke125 mm
- Port sizeG1/8
- Acting typeDouble acting
- Rod threadM10×1.25
- StatusDiscontinued → MBL32X125-U
About the Airtac MAL32 Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MAL32X125-U
The AirTAC MAL32X125-U is a discontinued double-acting aluminum mini round cylinder with a 32mm bore and 125mm stroke. It delivers 402N of push force and 346N of pull force at 0.5 MPa, operating via a G1/8 port and an M10x1.25 rod-end thread. Because this legacy series is end-of-life, the exact drop-in replacement is the MBL32X125-U, which matches the bore, stroke, output force, port size, and flat-end mounting configuration perfectly.
This specific SKU features a U-type flat-end back cover for rigid rear mounting and lacks the -S magnet option, meaning it cannot accept a position sensor. During the upgrade, buyers should note the structural change from the MAL's threaded front and back covers to the MBL's riveted rolling-packed body. Additionally, the MAL relies on a fixed rubber bumper for end-of-stroke damping, whereas the current MBLC variant offers an adjustable air cushion if shock absorption needs refinement.
Airtac MAL32 Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MAL32X125-U Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MAL32 Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MAL32X125-U |
|---|---|
| Series | MAL aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder (discontinued) |
| Replacement | MBL32X125-U |
| Bore size | Ø32 mm |
| Stroke | 125 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 MBL32X125-U 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 MBL32X125-U 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 MAL32X125-U
| MAL | Aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder, double acting (discontinued). |
|---|---|
| 32 | Bore size in mm (20/25/32/40). |
| ×125 | 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 MAL32X125-U Is Used
PCB Shuttle Gate
Shifts a 125mm shuttle gate on a PCB conveyor using 402N of push force at 0.5 MPa, fitting neatly into the machine's tight 32mm frame envelope.
Chip Handler Ejector
Ejects microchips from a test socket with 346N of pull force, relying on the rigid U-type flat-end back cover to withstand repetitive internal impact loads.
Carton Flap Folder
Folds small cardboard flaps on a packaging line where the 32mm bore provides sufficient force without tearing the material, aided by the self-lubricating front-cover bearing guide.
Replacing the Airtac MAL32 Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MAL32X125-U with MBL32X125-U
To replace the MAL32X125-U, order the MBL32X125-U and verify that your 125mm stroke, G1/8 port, PT tapered thread, and U flat-end back cover match your existing fixture. Since this model lacks the -S magnet, it cannot support a sensor; if position detection is required, you must step up to an MBL32X125-S and transition from the legacy CS1-M/DS1-M switches to the modern CMSG/DMSG/EMSG sensor family.
For sizing flexibility, the next size down is the 25mm bore (providing 245N push at 0.5 MPa), and the next size up is the 40mm bore (providing 628N push at 0.5 MPa) with a larger G1/4 port. Remember that the fixed rubber bumper is not an adjustable cushion; order the MBLC if you need end-of-stroke deceleration. Furthermore, a plain cylinder does not hold its load when air pressure is lost, so add an external rod lock for vertical applications. At 125mm stroke, the 12mm rod handles normal loads, but always ensure rigid mounting to prevent rod bending.
Upgrade checklist
- ✓ Order the MBL32X125-U (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 MBL32X125-U instead of this discontinued model.
Airtac MAL32 Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MAL32X125-U FAQ
Yes, the MAL32X125-U is discontinued. The exact drop-in replacement is the MBL32X125-U, which offers the same 32mm bore, 125mm stroke, 402N push force at 0.5 MPa, G1/8 port, and U flat-end back cover. The main upgrade is that the MBL uses a riveted rolling-packed body instead of the older threaded covers.
At 0.5 MPa, the push force is 402N and the pull force is 346N. At 0.7 MPa, the push force increases to 563N. The maximum theoretical force is 82 kgf at 1.0 MPa. Note that this specific SKU lacks a magnet, so it cannot support position sensors.
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