This model is discontinued
AirTAC has phased out the MAL series. The drop-in replacement is MBL32X275CA — same bore, stroke, output force, port and mounting, so it fits the same application. Simply order the MBL32X275CA 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 MAL32X275CA
The AirTAC Airtac MAL32 Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MAL32X275CA is a double-acting aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder with a Ø32mm bore and 275mm stroke, G1/8 air ports and a fixed rubber bumper. This model is discontinued — the drop-in replacement is the MBL32X275CA, which matches its bore, stroke, force and mounting.
- BoreØ32 mm
- Stroke275 mm
- Port sizeG1/8
- Acting typeDouble acting
- Rod threadM10×1.25
- StatusDiscontinued → MBL32X275CA
About the Airtac MAL32 Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MAL32X275CA
The AirTAC MAL32X275CA is a discontinued double-acting aluminum mini round cylinder with a 32mm bore and 275mm stroke. It delivers 402N of push force and 346N of pull force at 0.5 MPa, placing it in the mid-range thrust class for compact automation. Because this legacy series has ended, AirTAC provides the MBL32X275CA as the exact drop-in replacement, matching the original bore, stroke, output force, G1/8 port, and CA pivot mounting.
This specific SKU features a CA pivot clevis back cover that swings on a pin to absorb arcing rod-side loads, which is critical for a 275mm stroke. The original MAL body uses threaded front and back covers, whereas the current MBL replacement utilizes a riveted rolling-packed body. Note that this configuration lacks a magnet (-S), meaning it cannot accept a position sensor. The rod relies on a fixed rubber bumper at end-of-stroke, not an adjustable cushion.
Airtac MAL32 Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MAL32X275CA Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MAL32 Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MAL32X275CA |
|---|---|
| Series | MAL aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder (discontinued) |
| Replacement | MBL32X275CA |
| Bore size | Ø32 mm |
| Stroke | 275 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 MBL32X275CA 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 MBL32X275CA 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 MAL32X275CA
| MAL | Aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder, double acting (discontinued). |
|---|---|
| 32 | Bore size in mm (20/25/32/40). |
| ×275 | 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 MAL32X275CA Is Used
Pallet Transfer Pusher
Uses the 402N push force at 0.5 MPa to shove 275mm down a lane to index packaging pallets onto a secondary belt line.
PCB Router Gate
Swings a routing flap inside an electronics assembly machine, relying on the CA clevis to accommodate the arc of the 275mm stroke.
Carton Divert Arm
Extends 275mm to deflect corrugated cartons at a logistics sorting junction, using the 346N pull force to positively retract the arm.
Replacing the Airtac MAL32 Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MAL32X275CA with MBL32X275CA
To replace the MAL32X275CA, order the MBL32X275CA. Verify your setup retains the G1/8 port, PT thread, and the CA pivot clevis. If your machine requires end-of-stroke position sensing, you must step up to an MBL32X275SCA variant, which carries a magnet compatible with modern CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG switches. The legacy MAL used CS1-M or DS1-M sensors, so upgrading to the MBL-S changes your switch family. If you need to manage impact forces, the fixed rubber bumper on this MAL cannot be tuned; you would instead specify an MBLC32X275CA for an adjustable air cushion.
For sizing flexibility, you can step down to a 25mm bore (MBL25X275CA) providing 245N push at 0.5 MPa for lighter loads, or step up to a 40mm bore (MBL40X275CA) yielding 628N push at 0.5 MPa for heavier masses. Because the stroke is 275mm, the 12mm rod is highly susceptible to bending under side loads; ensure the CA clevis is free to pivot or add an external guide rail. A plain MBL cylinder does not hold its load when air pressure drops, so fit an external rod lock if gravity or drift poses a hazard.
Upgrade checklist
- ✓ Order the MBL32X275CA (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 MBL32X275CA instead of this discontinued model.
Airtac MAL32 Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MAL32X275CA FAQ
Yes, the MAL series is end-of-life. The exact drop-in replacement is the MBL32X275CA, offering the same 32mm bore, 275mm stroke, CA pivot mount, and G1/8 port. The MBL upgrades the body to a riveted rolling-pack design while retaining the same mounting footprint.
At 0.5 MPa it provides 402N push and 346N pull; at 0.7 MPa it yields 563N push, with a maximum theoretical force of 82 kgf at 1.0 MPa. Because this specific SKU lacks the -S magnet, it cannot accept a position sensor; adding a magnet requires the MBL32X275SCA using CMSG or DMSG switches.
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