This model is discontinued
AirTAC has phased out the MAL series. The drop-in replacement is MBL32X185CM — same bore, stroke, output force, port and mounting, so it fits the same application. Simply order the MBL32X185CM 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 MAL32X185CM
The AirTAC Airtac MAL32 Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MAL32X185CM is a double-acting aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder with a Ø32mm bore and 185mm stroke, G1/8 air ports and a fixed rubber bumper. This model is discontinued — the drop-in replacement is the MBL32X185CM, which matches its bore, stroke, force and mounting.
- BoreØ32 mm
- Stroke185 mm
- Port sizeG1/8
- Acting typeDouble acting
- Rod threadM10×1.25
- StatusDiscontinued → MBL32X185CM
About the Airtac MAL32 Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MAL32X185CM
The AirTAC MAL32X185CM is a discontinued, double-acting aluminum mini round cylinder delivering 402 N of push force at 0.5 MPa. It features a 32 mm bore, 185 mm stroke, and a CM round-end back cover. The exact drop-in replacement is the MBL32X185CM, matching the original bore, stroke, output force, G1/8 port, and mounting hardware perfectly.
This legacy unit relies on a fixed rubber bumper rather than an adjustable air cushion. A key upgrade in the MBL successor is the transition from threaded front and back covers to a riveted rolling-packed body. Additionally, this specific SKU lacks a built-in magnet, meaning it cannot support electronic position sensing. The piston assembly utilizes a heterogeneous two-way seal designed to retain grease, paired with a self-lubricating front-cover bearing guide for smooth rod travel.
Airtac MAL32 Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MAL32X185CM Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MAL32 Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MAL32X185CM |
|---|---|
| Series | MAL aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder (discontinued) |
| Replacement | MBL32X185CM |
| Bore size | Ø32 mm |
| Stroke | 185 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 MBL32X185CM 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 MBL32X185CM 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 MAL32X185CM
| MAL | Aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder, double acting (discontinued). |
|---|---|
| 32 | Bore size in mm (20/25/32/40). |
| ×185 | 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 MAL32X185CM Is Used
PCB Router Clamping
Secures printed circuit board panels during routing operations, utilizing the 402 N push force to prevent panel shifting without damaging the substrate.
Diverter Gate Actuation
Drives a lightweight diverter arm on a packaging conveyor, where the 185 mm stroke provides sufficient travel to redirect small cartons into secondary lanes.
Carton Flap Folding
Folds minor product flaps prior to case sealing, using the CM round-end cover to accommodate slight angular misalignment during the folding arc.
Replacing the Airtac MAL32 Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MAL32X185CM with MBL32X185CM
To replace the MAL32X185CM, order the MBL32X185CM. Verify your 185 mm stroke, 32 mm bore, PT tapered port threads, and CM round-end back cover. Because this SKU has no -S magnet, it cannot accept a position sensor; if you require rod detection, you must select an MBL equivalent with a magnet and update to the modern CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG switch family, as the older CS1-M and DS1-M sensors are obsolete. If your application requires an adjustable air cushion to soften end-of-stroke impacts, step up to the MBLC variant on the current line.
For sizing flexibility, stepping down to a 25 mm bore reduces thrust to 245 N at 0.5 MPa, while stepping up to a 40 mm bore increases push force to 628 N at 0.5 MPa. With a 185 mm stroke, the 12 mm carbon-steel rod has limited side-load tolerance; ensure your load is guided externally or use a pivot mounting accessory to prevent rod bending. Note that a plain cylinder does not hold its position if air pressure is lost, so employ an external rod lock for suspended loads.
Upgrade checklist
- ✓ Order the MBL32X185CM (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 MBL32X185CM instead of this discontinued model.
Airtac MAL32 Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MAL32X185CM FAQ
Yes, the MAL32X185CM is discontinued. The exact drop-in replacement is the MBL32X185CM. It matches the 32 mm bore, 185 mm stroke, G1/8 port, and CM round-end mounting. The MBL uses a modern riveted rolling-packed body instead of the older threaded covers.
At 0.5 MPa, the push force is 402 N and the pull force is 346 N. At 0.7 MPa, the push force is 563 N. The maximum theoretical force is 82 kgf at 1.0 MPa. This specific SKU lacks a magnet, so it cannot support CS1-M or DS1-M position sensors.
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