This model is discontinued
AirTAC has phased out the MAL series. The drop-in replacement is MBL32X125SCAY — same bore, stroke, output force, port and mounting, so it fits the same application. Simply order the MBL32X125SCAY 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 MAL32X125SCAY
The AirTAC Airtac MAL32 Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MAL32X125SCAY 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 MBL32X125SCAY, which matches its bore, stroke, force and mounting.
- BoreØ32 mm
- Stroke125 mm
- Port sizeG1/8
- Acting typeDouble acting
- Rod threadM10×1.25
- StatusDiscontinued → MBL32X125SCAY
About the Airtac MAL32 Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MAL32X125SCAY
The AirTAC MAL32X125SCAY is a discontinued double-acting aluminum mini round cylinder, delivering 402 N of push force and 346 N of pull force at 0.5 MPa. Built for compact spaces, it features a 32 mm bore, a 125 mm stroke, and a CA pivot back cover that swings on a pin to absorb arcing loads. AirTAC replaced this legacy unit with the MBL32X125SCAY, a drop-in alternative that maintains the exact same bore, stroke, output force, G1/8 port, and mounting interface.
This original MAL series utilized threaded front and back covers fastened to the barrel, whereas the modern MBL replacement features a riveted rolling-packed body for enhanced structural rigidity. The -S magnet on this legacy unit functions solely with the older CS1-M and DS1-M reed switches; upgrading to the MBL requires switching to the current CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG sensor families. Additionally, the carbon-steel piston rod is protected by a 20 um hard-chrome plating, and the heterogeneous two-way seal retains grease for a self-lubricating front-cover bearing guide.
Airtac MAL32 Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MAL32X125SCAY Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MAL32 Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MAL32X125SCAY |
|---|---|
| Series | MAL aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder (discontinued) |
| Replacement | MBL32X125SCAY |
| 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 MBL32X125SCAY 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 MBL32X125SCAY 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 MAL32X125SCAY
| 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 MAL32X125SCAY Is Used
Textile Loom Guide
Actuates a thread guide arm on a textile loom, where the 402 N push force at 0.5 MPa reliably shifts the mechanism and the CA pivot absorbs the arcing cable motion.
Packaging Diverter
Pushes small cartons onto a side lane at a packaging transfer station, using the 125 mm stroke to clear the main conveyor belt within a tight 32 mm frame envelope.
PCB Router Clamp
Secures a PCB routing fixture inside an electronics assembly cell, where the 346 N pull force holds the workpiece and the -S magnet triggers a DS1-M sensor to confirm retraction.
Replacing the Airtac MAL32 Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MAL32X125SCAY with MBL32X125SCAY
To replace the MAL32X125SCAY, order the MBL32X125SCAY. Verify that your existing setup matches the 32 mm bore, 125 mm stroke, G1/8 port, and CA pivot back cover. Because this SKU includes the -S magnet, you must also upgrade your position sensing from the legacy CS1-M or DS1-M switches to the modern CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG switches used on the MBL. If your application requires an adjustable air cushion rather than the fixed rubber bumper found on this MAL, step up to the current MBLC variant.
For sizing flexibility, stepping down to the 25 mm bore reduces push force to 245 N at 0.5 MPa, while stepping up to the 40 mm bore increases push force to 628 N at 0.5 MPa and upgrades the port to G1/4. Since the 125 mm stroke exceeds 100 mm, be mindful of side-load tolerance; the 12 mm rod has limited bending resistance, so utilizing the CA pivot bracket helps accommodate arcing loads, though an external guide rail is recommended for rigid lateral stability. Note that a plain MBL does not hold its position when air is lost—the rod drifts, as the bumper only softens the end of stroke and is not a locking mechanism.
Upgrade checklist
- ✓ Order the MBL32X125SCAY (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 MBL32X125SCAY instead of this discontinued model.
Airtac MAL32 Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MAL32X125SCAY FAQ
Yes, the MAL32X125SCAY is discontinued. The exact drop-in replacement is the MBL32X125SCAY, which matches the 32 mm bore, 125 mm stroke, 402 N push force, G1/8 port, and CA pivot mounting. You will need to update your sensors from the older CS1-M/DS1-M to the CMSG/DMSG/EMSG family.
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 maximum theoretical force of 82 kgf at 1.0 MPa. The -S magnet on this legacy MAL works with CS1-M and DS1-M switches, whereas the MBL replacement uses CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG sensors.
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