This model is discontinued
AirTAC has phased out the MAL series. The drop-in replacement is MBL32X175-S-CM — same bore, stroke, output force, port and mounting, so it fits the same application. Simply order the MBL32X175-S-CM 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 MAL32X175-S-CM
The AirTAC Airtac MAL32 Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MAL32X175-S-CM is a double-acting aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder with a Ø32mm bore and 175mm stroke, G1/8 air ports and a fixed rubber bumper. This model is discontinued — the drop-in replacement is the MBL32X175-S-CM, which matches its bore, stroke, force and mounting.
- BoreØ32 mm
- Stroke175 mm
- Port sizeG1/8
- Acting typeDouble acting
- Rod threadM10×1.25
- StatusDiscontinued → MBL32X175-S-CM
About the Airtac MAL32 Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MAL32X175-S-CM
The AirTAC MAL32X175-S-CM is a discontinued double-acting aluminum mini round cylinder with a 32mm bore and 175mm stroke, delivering 402N of push force at 0.5MPa. The exact drop-in replacement is the MBL32X175-S-CM, which matches the original bore, stroke, output force, G1/8 port, and CM round-end mounting. This compact actuator uses air to both extend and retract the Ø12mm carbon-steel rod, which features a 20um hard-chrome plating for wear resistance.
This legacy SKU includes a built-in magnet (-S) for position detection. Because the MAL body uses threaded front and back covers, the MBL upgrade shifts to a riveted rolling-packed body for the same physical footprint. Note that the original -S magnet interfaces with older CS1-M or DS1-M reed switches, whereas the modern MBL replacement requires CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG solid-state sensors. The piston relies on a heterogeneous two-way seal that retains grease, and the front-cover bearing is self-lubricating for extended cycle life.
Airtac MAL32 Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MAL32X175-S-CM Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MAL32 Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MAL32X175-S-CM |
|---|---|
| Series | MAL aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder (discontinued) |
| Replacement | MBL32X175-S-CM |
| Bore size | Ø32 mm |
| Stroke | 175 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 MBL32X175-S-CM 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 MBL32X175-S-CM 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 MAL32X175-S-CM
| MAL | Aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder, double acting (discontinued). |
|---|---|
| 32 | Bore size in mm (20/25/32/40). |
| ×175 | 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 MAL32X175-S-CM Is Used
Pouch Packaging Diverter
Uses 402N of push force at 0.5MPa to deflect filled pouches on a packaging line, where the 175mm stroke provides the exact reach needed to clear the conveyor belt.
PCB Router Clamp
Secures printed circuit board panels during routing operations, relying on the self-lubricating front-cover bearing to maintain smooth actuation across thousands of short cycles.
Carton Flap Folder
Folds minor flaps on small shipping cartons, utilizing the 32mm bore's compact aluminum body to fit within tight side-frame machinery spaces.
Replacing the Airtac MAL32 Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MAL32X175-S-CM with MBL32X175-S-CM
To replace the MAL32X175-S-CM, order the MBL32X175-S-CM. Confirm your 32mm bore, 175mm stroke, G1/8 PT port thread, and the CM round-end back cover. You must also account for the sensor family change: the legacy -S magnet works with CS1-M and DS1-M switches, but the new MBL uses CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG sensors. If your machine requires adjustable end-of-stroke cushioning to absorb kinetic energy, step up to the MBLC variant, as the MAL only provides a fixed rubber bumper.
When sizing this actuator, verify your force requirements. If 402N push at 0.5MPa is excessive, step down to a 25mm bore offering 245N. If you need more thrust, step up to a 40mm bore providing 628N. Because the stroke is 175mm, the 12mm rod has limited tolerance for side loads; use the CM round-end back cover with a matching clevis joint to accommodate arcing motion, or add an external guide rail to prevent rod bending. A plain cylinder does not hold its load when air pressure drops, so install a pilot-operated check valve if drifting poses a safety risk.
Upgrade checklist
- ✓ Order the MBL32X175-S-CM (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 MBL32X175-S-CM instead of this discontinued model.
Airtac MAL32 Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MAL32X175-S-CM FAQ
Yes, the MAL32X175-S-CM is discontinued. The exact drop-in replacement is the MBL32X175-S-CM, which offers the same 32mm bore, 175mm stroke, G1/8 port, and CM round-end mounting. The MBL uses a riveted rolling-packed body instead of threaded covers, and its -S magnet requires CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG sensors rather than the older CS1-M or DS1-M switches.
At 0.5MPa operating pressure, the 32mm bore provides 402N of push force and 346N of pull force. At 0.7MPa, the push force increases to 563N. The maximum theoretical force is 82kgf at 1.0MPa. The cylinder operates at speeds of 30-800mm/s and uses a fixed rubber bumper, not an adjustable air cushion.
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