This model is discontinued
AirTAC has phased out the MAL series. The drop-in replacement is MBL32X25-CA-H — same bore, stroke, output force, port and mounting, so it fits the same application. Simply order the MBL32X25-CA-H 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 MAL32X25-CA-H
The AirTAC Airtac MAL32 Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MAL32X25-CA-H is a double-acting aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder with a Ø32mm bore and 25mm stroke, G1/8 air ports and a fixed rubber bumper. This model is discontinued — the drop-in replacement is the MBL32X25-CA-H, which matches its bore, stroke, force and mounting.
- BoreØ32 mm
- Stroke25 mm
- Port sizeG1/8
- Acting typeDouble acting
- Rod threadM10×1.25
- StatusDiscontinued → MBL32X25-CA-H
About the Airtac MAL32 Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MAL32X25-CA-H
The AirTAC MAL32X25-CA-H is a discontinued compact double-acting aluminum mini round cylinder with a 32mm bore and 25mm stroke. Delivering 402N of push force and 346N of pull force at 0.5MPa, it is engineered for light-duty actuation. AirTAC replaced this legacy unit with the MBL32X25-CA-H, a drop-in upgrade retaining the exact same bore, stroke, output force, G1/8 port, and CA pivot mounting.
This SKU features a CA pivot back cover that swings on a pin to absorb arcing rod loads. Because it lacks an -S magnet, it cannot accept a position sensor. The original MAL body uses threaded front and back covers, whereas the modern MBL replacement features a riveted rolling-packed body for faster assembly. Both utilize a fixed rubber bumper for end-of-stroke deceleration, not an adjustable lock.
Airtac MAL32 Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MAL32X25-CA-H Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MAL32 Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MAL32X25-CA-H |
|---|---|
| Series | MAL aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder (discontinued) |
| Replacement | MBL32X25-CA-H |
| Bore size | Ø32 mm |
| Stroke | 25 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 MBL32X25-CA-H 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 MBL32X25-CA-H 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 MAL32X25-CA-H
| MAL | Aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder, double acting (discontinued). |
|---|---|
| 32 | Bore size in mm (20/25/32/40). |
| ×25 | 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 MAL32X25-CA-H Is Used
Packaging Flap Deflectors
Provides 402N of push force at 0.5MPa to consistently open and close small cardboard packaging flaps on a 25mm stroke without overshooting the travel.
Textile Loom Guides
The CA pivot clevis accommodates slight lateral misalignment on weaving machinery, preventing rod binding during rapid 30-800mm/s yarn guide shifts.
PCB Component Pushers
Shifts low-mass electronic reels into test fixtures using a 346N pull force, relying on the self-lubricating front-cover bearing for smooth operation.
Replacing the Airtac MAL32 Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MAL32X25-CA-H with MBL32X25-CA-H
To replace the MAL32X25-CA-H, order the MBL32X25-CA-H. Verify your CA pivot pin diameter and confirm the PT port thread matches your existing fittings. If you need position sensing, note that this non-magnet SKU cannot support a sensor; you must upgrade to an MBL32X25S-CA-H and switch from the old CS1-M/DS1-M switches to the current CMSG/DMSG/EMSG family. If your application requires adjustable end-cushioning rather than the fixed rubber bumper, step up to the MBLC32 series.
For sizing flexibility, the next size down is the 25mm bore (generating 245N push at 0.5MPa), and the next size up is the 40mm bore (providing 628N push at 0.5MPa). Remember that a plain cylinder does not hold position when air is lost; the rod drifts, so add an external pilot-operated check valve if load holding is critical.
Upgrade checklist
- ✓ Order the MBL32X25-CA-H (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 MBL32X25-CA-H instead of this discontinued model.
Airtac MAL32 Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MAL32X25-CA-H FAQ
Yes, the MAL32X25-CA-H is discontinued. The exact drop-in replacement is the MBL32X25-CA-H, offering identical 32mm bore, 25mm stroke, CA pivot mount, and G1/8 port. The MBL upgrades the body to a riveted rolling-packed design.
This double-acting cylinder uses a G1/8 port and a 12mm rod. It delivers 402N push and 346N pull at 0.5MPa, 563N push at 0.7MPa, and a maximum theoretical force of 82kgf at 1.0MPa. It lacks a magnet, so no sensor can be fitted.
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