This model is discontinued
AirTAC has phased out the MAL series. The drop-in replacement is MBL32X225-U — same bore, stroke, output force, port and mounting, so it fits the same application. Simply order the MBL32X225-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 MAL32X225-U
The AirTAC Airtac MAL32 Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MAL32X225-U is a double-acting aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder with a Ø32mm bore and 225mm stroke, G1/8 air ports and a fixed rubber bumper. This model is discontinued — the drop-in replacement is the MBL32X225-U, which matches its bore, stroke, force and mounting.
- BoreØ32 mm
- Stroke225 mm
- Port sizeG1/8
- Acting typeDouble acting
- Rod threadM10×1.25
- StatusDiscontinued → MBL32X225-U
About the Airtac MAL32 Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MAL32X225-U
The AirTAC MAL32X225-U is a discontinued double-acting aluminum mini round cylinder engineered for compact setups requiring 402 N of push force at 0.5 MPa. Featuring a 32 mm bore, 225 mm stroke, and a U flat-end back cover, it operates at speeds of 30-800 mm/s. The exact drop-in replacement is the MBL32X225-U, which matches the bore, stroke, output force, G1/8 port, and mounting footprint perfectly.
This legacy MAL unit relies on a threaded front and back cover assembly, whereas the modern MBL replacement utilizes a riveted rolling-packed body for structural rigidity. Because this specific SKU lacks an -S magnet, it cannot support a position sensor. Internally, a heterogeneous two-way seal retains grease while a self-lubricating front-cover bearing guide supports the Ø12 mm carbon-steel rod, which is plated with 20 µm hard chrome for wear resistance.
Airtac MAL32 Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MAL32X225-U Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MAL32 Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MAL32X225-U |
|---|---|
| Series | MAL aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder (discontinued) |
| Replacement | MBL32X225-U |
| Bore size | Ø32 mm |
| Stroke | 225 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 MBL32X225-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 MBL32X225-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 MAL32X225-U
| MAL | Aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder, double acting (discontinued). |
|---|---|
| 32 | Bore size in mm (20/25/32/40). |
| ×225 | 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 MAL32X225-U Is Used
PCB Conveyor Routing
Pushes routing gates on a printed circuit board conveyor with 402 N of force at 0.5 MPa, fitting into tight 32 mm bore machinery frames.
Semiconductor Wafer Cassette
Extends 225 mm to unlock semiconductor wafer cassettes, utilizing the U flat-end cover for rigid alignment without arcing.
Carton Flap Folder
Folds minor product carton flaps in continuous packaging lines, relying on the 30-800 mm/s speed range to match high throughput.
Replacing the Airtac MAL32 Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MAL32X225-U with MBL32X225-U
To replace the discontinued MAL32X225-U, order the MBL32X225-U. Verify that your setup accommodates the PT tapered port thread, the U flat-end back cover for rigid mounting, and the 225 mm stroke. If your application requires adjustable end-of-stroke cushioning to absorb kinetic energy, you must step up to the MBLC32 series on the current line, as the MAL only provides a fixed rubber bumper. Note that this bumper is not a locking mechanism; the rod will drift if air pressure is lost, so an external rod lock or pilot-operated check valve is required to hold a suspended load.
For sizing flexibility, you can step down to the MAL25 bore (providing 245 N push at 0.5 MPa) for lighter loads, or step up to the MAL40 bore (delivering 628 N push at 0.5 MPa) for higher force demands. Since the 225 mm stroke is relatively long, the 12 mm rod has limited side-load tolerance; use an external guide rail or a pivot mounting accessory to prevent rod bending and premature seal wear.
Upgrade checklist
- ✓ Order the MBL32X225-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 MBL32X225-U instead of this discontinued model.
Airtac MAL32 Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MAL32X225-U FAQ
Yes, the MAL32X225-U is discontinued. The exact drop-in replacement is the MBL32X225-U, offering the same 32 mm bore, 225 mm stroke, G1/8 port, and mounting dimensions. The main physical change is that the MBL uses a riveted rolling-packed body instead of the MAL's threaded covers.
At 0.5 MPa, it delivers 402 N push and 346 N pull; at 0.7 MPa, push is 563 N, with a theoretical maximum of 82 kgf at 1.0 MPa. Because this specific SKU lacks an -S magnet, it cannot support a position sensor; if sensing is needed, order the MBL32X225S-U and use CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG switches.
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