This model is discontinued
AirTAC has phased out the MAL series. The drop-in replacement is MBL32X140CA — same bore, stroke, output force, port and mounting, so it fits the same application. Simply order the MBL32X140CA 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 MAL32X140CA
The AirTAC Airtac MAL32 Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MAL32X140CA is a double-acting aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder with a Ø32mm bore and 140mm stroke, G1/8 air ports and a fixed rubber bumper. This model is discontinued — the drop-in replacement is the MBL32X140CA, which matches its bore, stroke, force and mounting.
- BoreØ32 mm
- Stroke140 mm
- Port sizeG1/8
- Acting typeDouble acting
- Rod threadM10×1.25
- StatusDiscontinued → MBL32X140CA
About the Airtac MAL32 Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MAL32X140CA
The AirTAC MAL32X140CA is a discontinued double-acting aluminum mini round cylinder engineered for compact spaces. It delivers 402 N of push force and 346 N of pull force at 0.5 MPa, utilizing a 32 mm bore and a 140 mm stroke. Because this legacy unit is end-of-life, AirTAC mandates the MBL32X140CA as the exact drop-in replacement, matching the original bore, stroke, output force, G1/8 port, and CA mounting footprint exactly.
This specific SKU features a CA pivot back cover, meaning it swings on a pin to accommodate arcing loads rather than rigidly locking. The original MAL body uses threaded front and back covers, whereas the modern MBL replacement utilizes a riveted rolling-packed body for improved structural integrity. Furthermore, this unit lacks a built-in magnet, so it cannot support any position sensing. The internal piston relies on a heterogeneous two-way seal that retains grease, operating alongside a self-lubricating front-cover bearing guide.
Airtac MAL32 Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MAL32X140CA Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MAL32 Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MAL32X140CA |
|---|---|
| Series | MAL aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder (discontinued) |
| Replacement | MBL32X140CA |
| Bore size | Ø32 mm |
| Stroke | 140 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 MBL32X140CA 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 MBL32X140CA 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 MAL32X140CA
| MAL | Aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder, double acting (discontinued). |
|---|---|
| 32 | Bore size in mm (20/25/32/40). |
| ×140 | 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 MAL32X140CA Is Used
Textile Loom Guide
Drives a 140 mm yarn guide arm on a textile loom, providing 402 N of push force at 0.5 MPa to tension threads without stalling.
Package Diverter Arm
Pivots a small package diverter arm on a packaging line, using the CA clevis to absorb the arcing motion of redirecting cartons.
PCB Edge Cleaner
Strokes a soft brush across a PCB panel to remove dust, benefiting from the self-lubricating bearing guide for smooth 140 mm travel.
Replacing the Airtac MAL32 Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MAL32X140CA with MBL32X140CA
To replace the MAL32X140CA, order the MBL32X140CA. Confirm your 32 mm bore, 140 mm stroke, and the CA pivot back cover, which is essential for managing arcing loads on this 140 mm stroke. Because this SKU lacks an -S magnet, it cannot accept a position sensor; if your application requires rod detection, you must upgrade to an MBL32X140CAS and switch from the old CS1-M / DS1-M switches to the modern CMSG / DMSG / EMSG family.
For sizing flexibility, you can step down to the 25 mm bore if you only need 245 N of push force at 0.5 MPa, or step up to the 40 mm bore for 628 N of push force. Note that the MAL uses a fixed rubber bumper for end-of-stroke damping; if your load requires adjustable air cushioning, you must specify the MBLC series instead. A plain bumper does not hold the load when air is lost, so add an external rod lock for vertical safety. At 140 mm stroke, the 12 mm rod is susceptible to bending under side loads, so utilize the CA pivot to self-align or add an external guide.
Upgrade checklist
- ✓ Order the MBL32X140CA (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 MBL32X140CA instead of this discontinued model.
Airtac MAL32 Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MAL32X140CA FAQ
Yes, the MAL32X140CA is discontinued. The exact drop-in replacement is the MBL32X140CA, which matches the 32 mm bore, 140 mm stroke, CA pivot back cover, and G1/8 port. The modern MBL uses a riveted rolling-packed body instead of the older threaded covers.
At 0.5 MPa it provides 402 N push and 346 N pull force; at 0.7 MPa it provides 563 N push, with a maximum theoretical force of 82 kgf at 1.0 MPa. Because this specific SKU lacks an -S magnet, it cannot accept a position sensor.
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