This model is discontinued
AirTAC has phased out the MAL series. The drop-in replacement is MBL32X180SCA — same bore, stroke, output force, port and mounting, so it fits the same application. Simply order the MBL32X180SCA 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 MAL32X180SCA
The AirTAC Airtac MAL32 Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MAL32X180SCA is a double-acting aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder with a Ø32mm bore and 180mm stroke, G1/8 air ports and a fixed rubber bumper. This model is discontinued — the drop-in replacement is the MBL32X180SCA, which matches its bore, stroke, force and mounting.
- BoreØ32 mm
- Stroke180 mm
- Port sizeG1/8
- Acting typeDouble acting
- Rod threadM10×1.25
- StatusDiscontinued → MBL32X180SCA
About the Airtac MAL32 Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MAL32X180SCA
The AirTAC MAL32X180SCA is a discontinued double-acting aluminum mini round cylinder with a 32mm bore and 180mm stroke. It delivers 402N of push force and 346N of pull force at 0.5MPa, making it a robust mid-range choice for compact actuation. AirTAC ended the MAL line, but the MBL32X180SCA is the exact drop-in replacement, matching the original bore, stroke, G1/8 port, and CA pivot mounting for a seamless upgrade.
This SKU includes the -S magnet for position sensing and a CA pivot back cover that swings on a pin to absorb arcing side-loads. The legacy MAL body uses threaded front and back covers, whereas the modern MBL replacement features a riveted rolling-packed body. Furthermore, the -S magnet on this discontinued unit interfaces with older CS1-M or DS1-M reed switches, while the MBL successor transitions to the current CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG sensor families.
Airtac MAL32 Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MAL32X180SCA Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MAL32 Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MAL32X180SCA |
|---|---|
| Series | MAL aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder (discontinued) |
| Replacement | MBL32X180SCA |
| Bore size | Ø32 mm |
| Stroke | 180 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 MBL32X180SCA 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 MBL32X180SCA 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 MAL32X180SCA
| MAL | Aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder, double acting (discontinued). |
|---|---|
| 32 | Bore size in mm (20/25/32/40). |
| ×180 | 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 MAL32X180SCA Is Used
Textile Loom Guide Arm
Actuates a thread guide arm across a weaving loom, using the 402N push force to shift the assembly while the CA pivot absorbs the slight arcing motion of the 180mm stroke.
Bottling Line Diverter
Pushes glass bottles onto a packaging bypass lane, where the 180mm stroke provides the necessary clearance and the 32mm bore supplies enough force to redirect the product flow.
PCB Stacking Magazine
Indexes blank circuit boards from a vertical stacker, using the -S magnet and a CS1-M sensor to confirm the 180mm extension before the downstream pick-and-place robot retrieves the panel.
Replacing the Airtac MAL32 Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MAL32X180SCA with MBL32X180SCA
To replace the MAL32X180SCA, order the MBL32X180SCA, ensuring you keep the 32mm bore, 180mm stroke, PT thread, and CA pivot cover. Because this SKU has the -S magnet, note that your older CS1-M or DS1-M switches must be upgraded to CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG sensors to fit the MBL body. If you need to adjust the bore size, stepping down to the 25mm neighbor yields 245N push at 0.5MPa, while stepping up to the 40mm bore provides 628N push. The 180mm stroke is long enough that the 12mm rod needs side-load protection; the CA pivot helps, but an external guide rail is recommended for rigid loads. A plain bumper does not hold position on air loss, so add a pilot-operated check valve if drift is unacceptable. If end-of-stroke impact is too harsh, the current MBLC line offers an adjustable air cushion absent on the MAL.
Upgrade checklist
- ✓ Order the MBL32X180SCA (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 MBL32X180SCA instead of this discontinued model.
Airtac MAL32 Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MAL32X180SCA FAQ
Yes, the MAL32X180SCA is discontinued. The exact drop-in replacement is the MBL32X180SCA, which matches the 32mm bore, 180mm stroke, G1/8 port, CA pivot, and output force. You must update your sensors, as the MBL body uses CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG switches instead of the older CS1-M or DS1-M reeds.
The 32mm bore generates 402N push and 346N pull at 0.5MPa, 563N push at 0.7MPa, and a maximum theoretical force of 82kgf at 1.0MPa. It operates at speeds between 30-800mm/s. It relies on a fixed rubber bumper, so if you need an adjustable air cushion, you must specify the MBLC variant on the current line.
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