This model is discontinued
AirTAC has phased out the MAL series. The drop-in replacement is MBL32X175-U — same bore, stroke, output force, port and mounting, so it fits the same application. Simply order the MBL32X175-U 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-U
The AirTAC Airtac MAL32 Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MAL32X175-U 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-U, which matches its bore, stroke, force and mounting.
- BoreØ32 mm
- Stroke175 mm
- Port sizeG1/8
- Acting typeDouble acting
- Rod threadM10×1.25
- StatusDiscontinued → MBL32X175-U
About the Airtac MAL32 Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MAL32X175-U
The AirTAC MAL32X175-U is a discontinued double-acting aluminum mini round cylinder with a 32mm bore and 175mm stroke. It delivers 402N push and 346N pull force at 0.5 MPa, operating via a G1/8 port and a rigid flat-end U back cover. The exact drop-in replacement is the MBL32X175-U, which matches the bore, stroke, output force, port size, and mounting hardware perfectly.
This legacy unit features a fixed rubber bumper for end-of-stroke damping and uses threaded front and back covers on the barrel, whereas the modern MBL replacement utilizes a riveted rolling-packed body. Because this specific SKU lacks the -S magnet, it cannot accept a position sensor. The 12mm carbon-steel rod relies on a self-lubricating front-cover bearing guide and a heterogeneous two-way grease-retaining seal for friction-free cycling.
Airtac MAL32 Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MAL32X175-U Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MAL32 Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MAL32X175-U |
|---|---|
| Series | MAL aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder (discontinued) |
| Replacement | MBL32X175-U |
| 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-U 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-U 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-U
| 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-U Is Used
PCB Conveyor Diverter
Sort populated circuit boards on an SMT line using the 402N push force at 0.5 MPa, leveraging the 175mm stroke to fully clear the belt path.
Carton Flap Folder
Fold small corrugated shipping carton flaps in a compact packaging machine where the 346N pull force easily overcomes spring hinge resistance.
Lathe Tool Ejector
Eject small turned aluminum parts from a CNC lathe spindle, using the 563N thrust at 0.7 MPa to push parts safely into a collection chute.
Replacing the Airtac MAL32 Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MAL32X175-U with MBL32X175-U
To replace the MAL32X175-U, order the MBL32X175-U. Verify your 32mm bore, 175mm stroke, G1/8 port, and the flat-end U back cover. The default PT tapered thread is retained. If you need position sensing, note that this no-magnet SKU cannot support it; you must upgrade to an MBL32X175-US and migrate from the legacy CS1-M / DS1-M switches to the current CMSG / DMSG / EMSG family. The MAL's fixed rubber bumper cannot be adjusted; if your load requires precise end-cushioning, step up to the MBLC variant on the current line.
For sizing flexibility, stepping down to the 25mm bore drops the 0.5 MPa push force to 245N, while stepping up to the 40mm bore increases it to 628N. A plain cylinder drifts when air is lost, so use an external rod lock for position holding. Because the 175mm stroke is significant for a 12mm rod, side-load tolerance is low; use an external guide rail or a pivot mount to prevent rod bending.
Upgrade checklist
- ✓ Order the MBL32X175-U (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-U instead of this discontinued model.
Airtac MAL32 Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MAL32X175-U FAQ
Yes, the MAL series is end-of-life. The exact drop-in replacement is the MBL32X175-U. It offers identical bore, stroke, force, G1/8 port, and flat-end U mounting. You simply order the MBL equivalent.
At 0.5 MPa it provides 402N push and 346N pull. At 0.7 MPa push is 563N, with a theoretical maximum of 82 kgf at 1.0 MPa. It cannot hold a load unpowered; the fixed rubber bumper only softens the stroke end and is not a lock.
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