This model is discontinued
AirTAC has phased out the MAL series. The drop-in replacement is MBL32X170SCALB — same bore, stroke, output force, port and mounting, so it fits the same application. Simply order the MBL32X170SCALB 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 MAL32X170SCALB
The AirTAC Airtac MAL32 Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MAL32X170SCALB is a double-acting aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder with a Ø32mm bore and 170mm stroke, G1/8 air ports and a fixed rubber bumper. This model is discontinued — the drop-in replacement is the MBL32X170SCALB, which matches its bore, stroke, force and mounting.
- BoreØ32 mm
- Stroke170 mm
- Port sizeG1/8
- Acting typeDouble acting
- Rod threadM10×1.25
- StatusDiscontinued → MBL32X170SCALB
About the Airtac MAL32 Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MAL32X170SCALB
The AirTAC MAL32X170SCALB is a discontinued double-acting aluminum mini round cylinder with a 32 mm bore and 170 mm stroke. It delivers 402 N of push force and 346 N of pull force at 0.5 MPa. The exact drop-in replacement is the MBL32X170SCALB, which matches the original bore, stroke, output, G1/8 port, LB foot mount, and CA pivot back cover. You can install the MBL directly into your existing fixture without altering the plumbing.
This legacy SKU includes a built-in magnet (-S) for position sensing. On the original MAL body, which used threaded front and back covers, this magnet pairs with the older CS1-M and DS1-M reed switches. The modern MBL replacement features a riveted rolling-packed body and requires the current CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG sensor families. Both generations rely on a fixed rubber bumper at the stroke ends rather than an adjustable air cushion, and the carbon-steel rod has a 20 um hard-chrome plating to resist wear.
Airtac MAL32 Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MAL32X170SCALB Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MAL32 Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MAL32X170SCALB |
|---|---|
| Series | MAL aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder (discontinued) |
| Replacement | MBL32X170SCALB |
| Bore size | Ø32 mm |
| Stroke | 170 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 MBL32X170SCALB 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 MBL32X170SCALB 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 MAL32X170SCALB
| MAL | Aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder, double acting (discontinued). |
|---|---|
| 32 | Bore size in mm (20/25/32/40). |
| ×170 | 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 MAL32X170SCALB Is Used
Textile Loom Tensioning
Uses the 402 N push force at 0.5 MPa to maintain yarn tension guides, where the CA pivot back cover accommodates the slight angular rod movement during high-speed weaving.
Package Sorting Diverter
Pushes lightweight cardboard cartons on a sorting line over a 170 mm travel distance, relying on the LB foot mount to secure the body against lateral shifting forces.
Bottle Capping Head
Extends to press plastic caps onto beverage containers, using the self-lubricating front-cover bearing guide to ensure smooth, repeatable 170 mm rod extension without sticking.
Replacing the Airtac MAL32 Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MAL32X170SCALB with MBL32X170SCALB
To replace this MAL32X170SCALB, order the MBL32X170SCALB. Confirm your port thread is the default PT tapered form, and verify your mounting hardware matches the LB foot bracket alongside the CA pivot back cover, which swings on a pin to accommodate arcing loads. Because this is a 170 mm stroke, side-load tolerance is moderate; the Ø12 mm rod handles typical loads, but ensure your linkage allows the CA clevis to pivot freely to prevent rod binding. If you need to step down, the 25 mm bore offers 245 N push at 0.5 MPa; if you need more force, stepping up to the 40 mm bore provides 628 N push at 0.5 MPa. Remember that a plain MAL or MBL does not hold a load when air pressure drops—the rod will drift. For end-of-stroke deceleration of heavy loads, the fixed rubber bumper has limits, so consider the current-line MBLC if you require an adjustable air cushion. When upgrading, note your -S magnet sensors must change from CS1-M/DS1-M to the CMSG/DMSG/EMSG series.
Upgrade checklist
- ✓ Order the MBL32X170SCALB (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 MBL32X170SCALB instead of this discontinued model.
Airtac MAL32 Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MAL32X170SCALB FAQ
Yes, the MAL32X170SCALB is discontinued. The exact drop-in replacement is the MBL32X170SCALB. It shares the same 32 mm bore, 170 mm stroke, G1/8 port, LB foot mount, and CA pivot back cover. The main change is structural: the MAL uses threaded covers, while the MBL uses a riveted rolling-packed body. Additionally, if you use the -S magnet for position detection, you must swap the older CS1-M or DS1-M switches for the current CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG sensor series.
The 32 mm bore generates a push force of 402 N and a pull force of 346 N at 0.5 MPa. At 0.7 MPa, the push force increases to 563 N. The maximum theoretical force is 82 kgf at the 1.0 MPa operating pressure limit. It operates on filtered air at speeds between 30 and 800 mm/s.
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