This model is discontinued
AirTAC has phased out the MAL series. The drop-in replacement is MBL32X130SU — same bore, stroke, output force, port and mounting, so it fits the same application. Simply order the MBL32X130SU 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 MAL32X130SU
The AirTAC Airtac MAL32 Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MAL32X130SU is a double-acting aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder with a Ø32mm bore and 130mm stroke, G1/8 air ports and a fixed rubber bumper. This model is discontinued — the drop-in replacement is the MBL32X130SU, which matches its bore, stroke, force and mounting.
- BoreØ32 mm
- Stroke130 mm
- Port sizeG1/8
- Acting typeDouble acting
- Rod threadM10×1.25
- StatusDiscontinued → MBL32X130SU
About the Airtac MAL32 Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MAL32X130SU
The AirTAC MAL32X130SU is a discontinued double-acting aluminum mini round cylinder. It features a 32mm bore and a 130mm stroke, delivering 402N of push force and 346N of pull force at 0.5 MPa. The direct drop-in replacement is the MBL32X130SU, which matches the original bore, stroke, output force, G1/8 port, and mounting footprint exactly. The legacy MAL utilized threaded front and back covers on the barrel, whereas the modern MBL features a riveted rolling-packed body for equivalent durability.
This specific SKU includes a built-in magnet (-S) for position sensing and a U-type flat-end back cover. On the original MAL, the magnet interfaces with the older CS1-M and DS1-M reed switches, but the MBL replacement transitions to the current CMSG, DMSG, and EMSG sensor families. The 12mm carbon-steel rod is plated with 20μm hard chrome, and the piston relies on a heterogeneous two-way seal that retains grease. Because the stroke exceeds 300mm, the 12mm rod has low side-load tolerance and requires an external guide to prevent bending.
Airtac MAL32 Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MAL32X130SU Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MAL32 Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MAL32X130SU |
|---|---|
| Series | MAL aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder (discontinued) |
| Replacement | MBL32X130SU |
| Bore size | Ø32 mm |
| Stroke | 130 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 MBL32X130SU 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 MBL32X130SU 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 MAL32X130SU
| MAL | Aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder, double acting (discontinued). |
|---|---|
| 32 | Bore size in mm (20/25/32/40). |
| ×130 | 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 MAL32X130SU Is Used
PCB Conveyor Diverter
Pushes routing gates on a printed circuit board conveyor using 402N of thrust at 0.5MPa, fitting easily into tight machine gaps.
Pick-and-Place Y-Axis
Acts as a horizontal travel actuator for small electronic component placement heads, utilizing its 130mm stroke and flat-end rear mounting.
Carton Flap Folder
Folds light cardboard flaps on a packaging line where the 346N pull force at 0.5MPa reliably retracts the 12mm rod after each cycle.
Replacing the Airtac MAL32 Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MAL32X130SU with MBL32X130SU
To replace the MAL32X130SU, order the MBL32X130SU. Confirm the 32mm bore, 130mm stroke, PT tapered port thread, U flat-end back cover, and the -S magnet. When upgrading, note that your existing CS1-M or DS1-M sensors must be swapped for CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG switches to match the new body. The fixed rubber bumper carries over, but if your application requires adjustable end-of-stroke cushioning, step up to the MBLC variant on the current line.
For sizing flexibility, stepping down to a 25mm bore reduces push force to 245N at 0.5 MPa, while stepping up to a 40mm bore increases push force to 628N at 0.5 MPa. With a 130mm stroke, side-load stress on the 12mm rod is significant; utilize a CA or SDB pivot mount if arcing motion is present, or add an external guide rail. A plain cylinder does not hold a load when air is lost—the rod drifts—so install an external pilot-operated check valve if position holding is critical.
Upgrade checklist
- ✓ Order the MBL32X130SU (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 MBL32X130SU instead of this discontinued model.
Airtac MAL32 Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MAL32X130SU FAQ
Yes, the MAL series is end-of-life. The exact drop-in replacement is the MBL32X130SU, which shares the same 32mm bore, 130mm stroke, G1/8 port, and U-type flat-end back cover. The MBL uses a riveted rolling-packed body instead of threaded covers, and its -S magnet requires CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG sensors instead of the older CS1-M or DS1-M switches.
At 0.5 MPa, the push force is 402N and the pull force is 346N. At 0.7 MPa, the push force is 563N. The theoretical maximum force is 82 kgf at 1.0 MPa. It operates between 0.1-1.0 MPa, runs at speeds of 30-800 mm/s, and uses a fixed rubber bumper that is not a lock.
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