This model is discontinued
AirTAC has phased out the MAL series. The drop-in replacement is MBL32X30CA — same bore, stroke, output force, port and mounting, so it fits the same application. Simply order the MBL32X30CA 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 MAL32X30CA
The AirTAC Airtac MAL32 Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MAL32X30CA is a double-acting aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder with a Ø32mm bore and 30mm stroke, G1/8 air ports and a fixed rubber bumper. This model is discontinued — the drop-in replacement is the MBL32X30CA, which matches its bore, stroke, force and mounting.
- BoreØ32 mm
- Stroke30 mm
- Port sizeG1/8
- Acting typeDouble acting
- Rod threadM10×1.25
- StatusDiscontinued → MBL32X30CA
About the Airtac MAL32 Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MAL32X30CA
The AirTAC MAL32X30CA is a discontinued double-acting aluminum mini round cylinder with a 32 mm bore and 30 mm stroke. It delivers 402 N of push force and 346 N of pull force at 0.5 MPa. AirTAC replaced this legacy unit with the MBL32X30CA, a drop-in alternative that matches the exact bore, stroke, output force, G1/8 port, and CA pivot mounting. You can install the MBL replacement without altering your existing pneumatic plumbing or clevis pin brackets.
This specific SKU features a CA pivot back cover designed to swing on a pin and absorb arcing loads, differentiating it from rigid flat-end U or round-end CM covers. The original MAL body uses threaded front and back covers, whereas the modern MBL utilizes a riveted rolling-packed construction. Because this configuration lacks the -S magnet option, it cannot accept a CS1-M or DS1-M position sensor. Internally, a heterogeneous two-way seal retains grease while the carbon-steel rod, plated with 20 um hard chrome, moves through a self-lubricating front-cover bearing guide.
Airtac MAL32 Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MAL32X30CA Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MAL32 Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MAL32X30CA |
|---|---|
| Series | MAL aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder (discontinued) |
| Replacement | MBL32X30CA |
| Bore size | Ø32 mm |
| Stroke | 30 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 MBL32X30CA 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 MBL32X30CA 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 MAL32X30CA
| MAL | Aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder, double acting (discontinued). |
|---|---|
| 32 | Bore size in mm (20/25/32/40). |
| ×30 | 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 MAL32X30CA Is Used
PCB Depaneling Saw
Pushes a carrier fixture through a circular depaneling blade at 402 N, relying on the CA pivot to self-align the feed and prevent binding.
Carton Flap Folder
Actuates a mechanical folding arm on a packaging line, using the short 30 mm stroke to tuck minor flaps before tape application.
Bottle Sorting Gate
Diverts glass containers between two conveyor lanes, where the compact 32 mm body fits tightly within the machine guard.
Replacing the Airtac MAL32 Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MAL32X30CA with MBL32X30CA
To replace the MAL32X30CA, order the MBL32X30CA. Confirm your pivot pin diameter matches the CA clevis back cover and that your air line uses the default PT tapered thread on the G1/8 port. If your application requires end-of-stroke cushioning, note that the MAL only has a fixed rubber bumper; you should step up to the MBLC32 version on the current line for an adjustable air cushion. If you need to detect rod position, this no-magnet SKU cannot support a sensor, so you must select an MBL32X30SCA and upgrade to the modern CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG switch family.
Verify if 402 N of push force at 0.5 MPa suits your workload. If you need less force, step down to a 25 mm bore (MBL25X30CA), which provides 245 N of push force. If you need more power, step up to a 40 mm bore (MBL40X30CA), which yields 628 N of push force and upgrades the port to G1/4. Remember that a plain cylinder does not hold its load when air pressure drops; the rod will drift. Add an external rod lock or pilot-operated check valve if your machine requires fail-safe position holding.
Upgrade checklist
- ✓ Order the MBL32X30CA (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 MBL32X30CA instead of this discontinued model.
Airtac MAL32 Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MAL32X30CA FAQ
Yes, the MAL32X30CA is discontinued. The exact drop-in replacement is the AirTAC MBL32X30CA. It provides the same 32 mm bore, 30 mm stroke, CA pivot mounting, and G1/8 port. The main change is that the MBL uses a riveted rolling-packed body instead of the threaded covers found on the MAL.
At 0.5 MPa, the push force is 402 N and the pull force is 346 N. At 0.7 MPa, the push force increases to 563 N. The maximum theoretical force is 82 kgf at 1.0 MPa. This specific CA pivot model lacks a magnet, so it cannot use a CS1-M or DS1-M sensor.
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