This model is discontinued
AirTAC has phased out the MAL series. The drop-in replacement is MBL32X280CA — same bore, stroke, output force, port and mounting, so it fits the same application. Simply order the MBL32X280CA 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 MAL32X280CA
The AirTAC Airtac MAL32 Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MAL32X280CA is a double-acting aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder with a Ø32mm bore and 280mm stroke, G1/8 air ports and a fixed rubber bumper. This model is discontinued — the drop-in replacement is the MBL32X280CA, which matches its bore, stroke, force and mounting.
- BoreØ32 mm
- Stroke280 mm
- Port sizeG1/8
- Acting typeDouble acting
- Rod threadM10×1.25
- StatusDiscontinued → MBL32X280CA
About the Airtac MAL32 Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MAL32X280CA
The AirTAC MAL32X280CA is a discontinued double-acting aluminum mini round cylinder delivering 402 N of push force at 0.5 MPa. It features a 32 mm bore, a 280 mm stroke, and a CA pivot back cover designed to absorb arcing loads. The exact drop-in replacement is the MBL32X280CA, matching the original force, G1/8 port, and mounting interface.
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 the -S magnet option, it cannot support a position sensor. Internally, a heterogeneous two-way seal retains grease while the carbon-steel rod, plated with 20 um hard chrome, moves within a self-lubricating front-cover bearing guide.
Airtac MAL32 Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MAL32X280CA Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MAL32 Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MAL32X280CA |
|---|---|
| Series | MAL aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder (discontinued) |
| Replacement | MBL32X280CA |
| Bore size | Ø32 mm |
| Stroke | 280 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 MBL32X280CA 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 MBL32X280CA 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 MAL32X280CA
| MAL | Aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder, double acting (discontinued). |
|---|---|
| 32 | Bore size in mm (20/25/32/40). |
| ×280 | 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 MAL32X280CA Is Used
Textile Loom Tensioning
Uses the 402 N push force at 0.5 MPa to maintain consistent yarn tension, while the CA pivot absorbs the lateral sway of the moving carriage.
Package Sorting Diverter
Extends 280 mm to push parcels weighing up to 40 kg onto secondary chutes, relying on the self-lubricating bearing for high cycle endurance.
PCB Conveyor Gating
Acts as a compact stop gate on an electronics assembly line, where the G1/8 port provides sufficient flow for rapid 30-800 mm/s actuation.
Replacing the Airtac MAL32 Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MAL32X280CA with MBL32X280CA
To replace the MAL32X280CA, order the MBL32X280CA to retain the exact 32 mm bore, 280 mm stroke, PT thread, and CA clevis pivot. If your application requires position sensing, you must step up to an MBL32X280CAS model, noting that the modern MBL uses CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG switches rather than the legacy CS1-M or DS1-M sensors. If a softer end-of-stroke stop is needed, the fixed rubber bumper on this cylinder cannot be adjusted; you would need to specify an MBLC32 model for adjustable air cushioning.
For sizing flexibility, stepping down to a 25 mm bore drops the 0.5 MPa push force to 245 N, while stepping up to a 40 mm bore increases it to 628 N. At 280 mm of stroke, the 12 mm rod is highly susceptible to bending under lateral stress; the CA pivot back cover is essential here to articulate and prevent rod binding, though an external guide rail is recommended for heavy loads. Note that a plain MAL or MBL cylinder will drift and cannot hold a load if air pressure is lost, requiring an external rod lock for vertical applications.
Upgrade checklist
- ✓ Order the MBL32X280CA (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 MBL32X280CA instead of this discontinued model.
Airtac MAL32 Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MAL32X280CA FAQ
Yes, the AirTAC MAL32X280CA is discontinued. The direct drop-in replacement is the MBL32X280CA, which offers the same 32 mm bore, 280 mm stroke, CA pivot mounting, and G1/8 port. The main upgrade is that the MBL uses a riveted rolling-packed body instead of the older threaded covers.
At 0.5 MPa, the push force is 402 N and the pull force is 346 N. At 0.7 MPa, the push force is 563 N, with a maximum theoretical force of 82 kgf at 1.0 MPa. Because this specific SKU does not have an -S magnet, it cannot accept CS1-M or DS1-M position sensors.
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