This model is discontinued
AirTAC has phased out the MAL series. The drop-in replacement is MBL32X20CM — same bore, stroke, output force, port and mounting, so it fits the same application. Simply order the MBL32X20CM 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 MAL32X20CM
The AirTAC Airtac MAL32 Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MAL32X20CM is a double-acting aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder with a Ø32mm bore and 20mm stroke, G1/8 air ports and a fixed rubber bumper. This model is discontinued — the drop-in replacement is the MBL32X20CM, which matches its bore, stroke, force and mounting.
- BoreØ32 mm
- Stroke20 mm
- Port sizeG1/8
- Acting typeDouble acting
- Rod threadM10×1.25
- StatusDiscontinued → MBL32X20CM
About the Airtac MAL32 Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MAL32X20CM
The AirTAC MAL32X20CM is a discontinued double-acting aluminum mini round cylinder engineered for compact automation. It features a 32mm bore and a 20mm stroke, delivering 402N of push force and 346N of pull force at 0.5 MPa. Operating at speeds from 30-800 mm/s, it provides robust thrust in tight spaces. AirTAC replaced this legacy unit with the MBL32X20CM, a drop-in alternative retaining the exact bore, stroke, force, G1/8 port, and CM round-end mounting.
This MAL32X20CM unit includes a CM round-end back cover ideal for clevis attachments that accommodate arcing motion. The original MAL body uses threaded front and back covers on the barrel, whereas the modern MBL replacement features a riveted rolling-packed body for enhanced structural integrity. Because this specific SKU lacks the -S magnet option, it cannot accept a position sensor. Additionally, the fixed rubber bumper absorbs end-of-stroke impact but does not function as a position lock.
Airtac MAL32 Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MAL32X20CM Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MAL32 Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MAL32X20CM |
|---|---|
| Series | MAL aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder (discontinued) |
| Replacement | MBL32X20CM |
| Bore size | Ø32 mm |
| Stroke | 20 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 MBL32X20CM 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 MBL32X20CM 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 MAL32X20CM
| MAL | Aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder, double acting (discontinued). |
|---|---|
| 32 | Bore size in mm (20/25/32/40). |
| ×20 | 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 MAL32X20CM Is Used
Package Divert Gate
Actuates a short 20mm diverter arm on a packaging conveyor, utilizing the 402N push force to redirect light cardboard boxes.
PCB Edge Clamper
Secures circuit boards during routing with a 20mm stroke, using the CM round-end to pivot slightly and accommodate varying board thicknesses.
Connector Insertion Press
Drives a 20mm insertion stroke for ribbon cable connectors, relying on the 346N pull force to retract the tooling safely.
Replacing the Airtac MAL32 Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MAL32X20CM with MBL32X20CM
To replace the MAL32X20CM, order the MBL32X20CM and verify your 32mm bore, 20mm stroke, G1/8 port, and PT tapered thread requirements. The CM round-end back cover must be retained to maintain your current clevis mounting geometry. Since this SKU lacks an -S magnet, no position sensor can be attached; if you need position feedback on the new unit, upgrade to an MBL32X20SCM and switch from the legacy CS1-M/DS1-M switches to the modern CMSG/DMSG/EMSG sensor family.
If you need to adjust the force, stepping down to the 25mm bore yields 245N push at 0.5 MPa, while stepping up to the 40mm bore provides 628N push at 0.5 MPa. Remember that a plain cylinder drifts when air is lost; the fixed rubber bumper softens impact but does not hold the load. If your application requires precise end-of-stroke deceleration, consider the current-line MBLC which offers an adjustable air cushion absent on the MAL series.
Upgrade checklist
- ✓ Order the MBL32X20CM (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 MBL32X20CM instead of this discontinued model.
Airtac MAL32 Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MAL32X20CM FAQ
Yes, the MAL32X20CM is discontinued. The exact drop-in replacement is the AirTAC MBL32X20CM, which matches the 32mm bore, 20mm stroke, 82 kgf max force, G1/8 port, and CM round-end mounting.
The 32mm bore provides 402N push and 346N pull at 0.5 MPa, 563N push at 0.7 MPa, and a maximum theoretical force of 82 kgf at 1.0 MPa. It uses a G1/8 port and a 12mm carbon-steel rod with an M10x1.25 thread.
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