This model is discontinued
AirTAC has phased out the MAL series. The drop-in replacement is MBL32X240SU — same bore, stroke, output force, port and mounting, so it fits the same application. Simply order the MBL32X240SU 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 MAL32X240SU
The AirTAC Airtac MAL32 Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MAL32X240SU is a double-acting aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder with a Ø32mm bore and 240mm stroke, G1/8 air ports and a fixed rubber bumper. This model is discontinued — the drop-in replacement is the MBL32X240SU, which matches its bore, stroke, force and mounting.
- BoreØ32 mm
- Stroke240 mm
- Port sizeG1/8
- Acting typeDouble acting
- Rod threadM10×1.25
- StatusDiscontinued → MBL32X240SU
About the Airtac MAL32 Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MAL32X240SU
The AirTAC MAL32X240SU is a discontinued double-acting aluminum mini round cylinder with a 32mm bore and 240mm stroke. It delivers 402N of push force and 346N of pull force at 0.5 MPa, making it a robust choice for mid-range actuation. AirTAC replaced this legacy unit with the MBL32X240SU, a drop-in upgrade that matches the original bore, stroke, output force, G1/8 port, and U flat-end back cover.
This SKU includes a built-in magnet (-S) for position sensing. On the MAL, this magnet pairs with older CS1-M or DS1-M reed switches, but the MBL replacement transitions to the current CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG sensor families. The original MAL features threaded front and rear covers, whereas the newer MBL utilizes a riveted rolling-packed body for enhanced structural integrity. Both designs rely on a fixed rubber bumper rather than an adjustable cushion, meaning the rod will drift if air pressure is lost.
Airtac MAL32 Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MAL32X240SU Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MAL32 Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MAL32X240SU |
|---|---|
| Series | MAL aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder (discontinued) |
| Replacement | MBL32X240SU |
| Bore size | Ø32 mm |
| Stroke | 240 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 MBL32X240SU 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 MBL32X240SU 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 MAL32X240SU
| MAL | Aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder, double acting (discontinued). |
|---|---|
| 32 | Bore size in mm (20/25/32/40). |
| ×240 | 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 MAL32X240SU Is Used
Cardboard Packaging Flap Folding
Provides 402N of push force at 0.5 MPa to fold heavy corrugated cardboard flaps on a continuous packaging conveyor, utilizing the 240mm stroke to clear passing boxes when retracted.
PCB Router Machine Gating
Actuates a safety access gate on an automated PCB routing machine, where the -S magnet and CS1-M sensor confirm the guard is closed before the high-speed spindle starts.
Warehouse Tray Pusher
Pushes completed component trays from a staging shelf into a dispatch chute, relying on the rigid U flat-end back cover to maintain alignment under repetitive lateral shifting loads.
Replacing the Airtac MAL32 Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MAL32X240SU with MBL32X240SU
To replace the MAL32X240SU, order the MBL32X240SU, ensuring you retain the U flat-end back cover and PT threaded port. Because this SKU features the -S magnet, note that your existing CS1-M or DS1-M switches must be upgraded to CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG sensors on the new MBL body. If your application requires end-of-stroke deceleration, the MAL bumper cannot be adjusted; you should instead specify the MBLC variant for an adjustable air cushion.
For sizing flexibility, you can step down to the 25mm bore (providing 245N push at 0.5 MPa) for lighter loads, or step up to the 40mm bore (offering 628N push at 0.5 MPa) for heavier demands. Since the 240mm stroke is substantial for a 12mm rod, side-load tolerance is low; use an external guide rail or pivot mounting to prevent rod bending. The fixed bumper softens impact but does not lock the rod—use a pilot-operated check valve for position holding.
Upgrade checklist
- ✓ Order the MBL32X240SU (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 MBL32X240SU instead of this discontinued model.
Airtac MAL32 Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MAL32X240SU FAQ
Yes, the MAL32X240SU is discontinued. The exact drop-in replacement is the MBL32X240SU, which matches the 32mm bore, 240mm stroke, 82kgf max force, G1/8 port, and U flat-end back cover. You must upgrade your sensors from the old CS1-M/DS1-M switches to the CMSG/DMSG/EMSG family.
At 0.5 MPa, the 32mm bore provides 402N push force and 346N pull force. At 0.7 MPa, the push force is 563N. The maximum theoretical force is 82kgf at 1.0 MPa.
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