This model is discontinued
AirTAC has phased out the MAL series. The drop-in replacement is MBL32X135SCA — same bore, stroke, output force, port and mounting, so it fits the same application. Simply order the MBL32X135SCA 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 MAL32X135SCA
The AirTAC Airtac MAL32 Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MAL32X135SCA is a double-acting aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder with a Ø32mm bore and 135mm stroke, G1/8 air ports and a fixed rubber bumper. This model is discontinued — the drop-in replacement is the MBL32X135SCA, which matches its bore, stroke, force and mounting.
- BoreØ32 mm
- Stroke135 mm
- Port sizeG1/8
- Acting typeDouble acting
- Rod threadM10×1.25
- StatusDiscontinued → MBL32X135SCA
About the Airtac MAL32 Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MAL32X135SCA
The AirTAC MAL32X135SCA is a discontinued double-acting aluminum mini round cylinder. It delivers 402N push and 346N pull at 0.5 MPa, making it a robust mid-range actuator. The exact drop-in replacement is the MBL32X135SCA, matching the 32mm bore, 135mm stroke, G1/8 port, and CA pivot back cover.
This legacy unit features a 12mm carbon-steel rod with 20um hard-chrome plating and a heterogeneous two-way grease-retaining seal. The CA pivot clevis accommodates arcing loads, while the fixed rubber bumper absorbs end-of-stroke impacts. Note the -S magnet requires older CS1-M or DS1-M switches; the MBL successor uses CMSG/DMSG/EMSG sensors.
Airtac MAL32 Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MAL32X135SCA Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MAL32 Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MAL32X135SCA |
|---|---|
| Series | MAL aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder (discontinued) |
| Replacement | MBL32X135SCA |
| Bore size | Ø32 mm |
| Stroke | 135 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 MBL32X135SCA 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 MBL32X135SCA 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 MAL32X135SCA
| MAL | Aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder, double acting (discontinued). |
|---|---|
| 32 | Bore size in mm (20/25/32/40). |
| ×135 | 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 MAL32X135SCA Is Used
Packaging Flap Folder
Drives the mechanical arms on a carton sealing line, using the 402N push force to fold heavy cardboard flaps while the CA pivot absorbs lateral arc.
Textile Loom Doffer
Actuates the doffing mechanism to strip spun yarn bobbins, where the 135mm stroke clears the package and the bumper dampens the rapid retract.
Bottling Line Diverter
Pushes glass bottles onto a secondary packaging track, utilizing the CA clevis to swing the guide arm smoothly under high cycle counts.
Replacing the Airtac MAL32 Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MAL32X135SCA with MBL32X135SCA
To replace the MAL32X135SCA, order the MBL32X135SCA. Verify your 135mm stroke, G1/8 port, PT thread, and CA pivot back cover. The MBL swaps the MAL threaded covers for a riveted rolling-packed body but retains identical force and mounting. If you need an adjustable air cushion instead of the fixed rubber bumper, step up to the MBLC series. The -S magnet on your MAL works with CS1-M/DS1-M switches; the MBL replacement requires CMSG/DMSG/EMSG sensors.
For sizing flexibility, stepping down to the 25mm bore yields 245N push at 0.5 MPa, while stepping up to the 40mm bore provides 628N push. The 135mm stroke exceeds 300mm, so the 12mm rod has low side-load tolerance; use an external guide rail or rely on the CA pivot to absorb angular misalignment. A plain bumper does not hold loads when air is lost—add an external rod lock for vertical positioning.
Upgrade checklist
- ✓ Order the MBL32X135SCA (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 MBL32X135SCA instead of this discontinued model.
Airtac MAL32 Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MAL32X135SCA FAQ
Yes, the MAL32X135SCA is discontinued. The exact drop-in replacement is the MBL32X135SCA, offering the same 32mm bore, 135mm stroke, CA pivot, and G1/8 port. The MBL body uses a riveted rolling-packed design instead of threaded covers, and if you use the -S magnet, you must upgrade from CS1-M/DS1-M to CMSG/DMSG/EMSG sensors.
At 0.5 MPa, the double-acting MAL32X135SCA provides 402N push and 346N pull. At 0.7 MPa, push increases to 563N. The maximum theoretical force is 82 kgf at 1.0 MPa. It uses a fixed rubber bumper, not an adjustable cushion.
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