This model is discontinued
AirTAC has phased out the MAL series. The drop-in replacement is MBL32X290U — same bore, stroke, output force, port and mounting, so it fits the same application. Simply order the MBL32X290U 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 MAL32X290U
The AirTAC Airtac MAL32 Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MAL32X290U is a double-acting aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder with a Ø32mm bore and 290mm stroke, G1/8 air ports and a fixed rubber bumper. This model is discontinued — the drop-in replacement is the MBL32X290U, which matches its bore, stroke, force and mounting.
- BoreØ32 mm
- Stroke290 mm
- Port sizeG1/8
- Acting typeDouble acting
- Rod threadM10×1.25
- StatusDiscontinued → MBL32X290U
About the Airtac MAL32 Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MAL32X290U
The AirTAC MAL32X290U is a discontinued double-acting aluminum mini round cylinder delivering 402 N push and 346 N pull at 0.5 MPa. It uses a 32 mm bore, a 290 mm stroke, and a G1/8 port. The exact drop-in replacement is the MBL32X290U, matching the force, port, stroke, and U flat-end cover. Because this SKU lacks an -S magnet, it cannot accept a position sensor.
The legacy MAL body uses threaded front and rear covers, whereas the current MBL features a riveted rolling-packed construction. Internally, the piston relies on a heterogeneous two-way seal that retains grease, running on a 12 mm carbon-steel rod with 20 um hard chrome plating guided by a self-lubricating bearing.
Airtac MAL32 Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MAL32X290U Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MAL32 Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MAL32X290U |
|---|---|
| Series | MAL aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder (discontinued) |
| Replacement | MBL32X290U |
| Bore size | Ø32 mm |
| Stroke | 290 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 MBL32X290U 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 MBL32X290U 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 MAL32X290U
| MAL | Aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder, double acting (discontinued). |
|---|---|
| 32 | Bore size in mm (20/25/32/40). |
| ×290 | 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 MAL32X290U Is Used
PCB Conveyor Diverter
Pushes small electronic packages at 402 N to sort lanes on a SMT conveyor, fitting the tight 32 mm profile between roller gaps.
Carton Flap Folder
Folds cardboard flaps on a compact packaging line using the 290 mm stroke, relying on the rigid U flat-end cover to maintain alignment.
Small Part Ejector
Ejects machined aluminum brackets from a CNC chuck, using the self-lubricating bearing guide to handle rapid 30-800 mm/s cycling.
Replacing the Airtac MAL32 Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MAL32X290U with MBL32X290U
To replace the MAL32X290U, order the MBL32X290U. Confirm your 32 mm bore, 290 mm stroke, G1/8 port, PT thread, and the U flat-end rear cover. Since this SKU has no -S magnet, you cannot mount a sensor; if position detection is needed, order the MBL32X290US and migrate to CMSG/DMSG/EMSG switches (the older CS1-M/DS1-M will not fit the new body). The MAL uses a fixed rubber bumper; for adjustable air cushioning, step up to the MBLC equivalent.
If you need less force, the 25 mm bore neighbor provides 245 N push at 0.5 MPa. If you need more power, the 40 mm bore neighbor provides 628 N push at 0.5 MPa. At 290 mm stroke, the 12 mm rod has low side-load tolerance; use an external guide or pivot to prevent bending. A plain cylinder drifts when air is lost, so add a pilot-operated check valve to hold the load.
Upgrade checklist
- ✓ Order the MBL32X290U (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 MBL32X290U instead of this discontinued model.
Airtac MAL32 Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MAL32X290U FAQ
Yes, the MAL32X290U is discontinued. The exact drop-in replacement is the MBL32X290U, matching the 32 mm bore, 290 mm stroke, 402 N force, G1/8 port, and U flat-end cover. The MBL uses a riveted body instead of the threaded MAL covers.
At 0.5 MPa it provides 402 N push and 346 N pull. At 0.7 MPa push is 563 N. The maximum theoretical force is 82 kgf at 1.0 MPa. Because this specific SKU lacks the -S magnet, it cannot accept a position sensor.
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