This model is discontinued
AirTAC has phased out the MAL series. The drop-in replacement is MBL32X32SCA — same bore, stroke, output force, port and mounting, so it fits the same application. Simply order the MBL32X32SCA 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 MAL32X32SCA
The AirTAC Airtac MAL32 Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MAL32X32SCA is a double-acting aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder with a Ø32mm bore and 32mm stroke, G1/8 air ports and a fixed rubber bumper. This model is discontinued — the drop-in replacement is the MBL32X32SCA, which matches its bore, stroke, force and mounting.
- BoreØ32 mm
- Stroke32 mm
- Port sizeG1/8
- Acting typeDouble acting
- Rod threadM10×1.25
- StatusDiscontinued → MBL32X32SCA
About the Airtac MAL32 Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MAL32X32SCA
The AirTAC MAL32X32SCA is a discontinued double-acting aluminum mini round cylinder. Delivering 402N push and 346N pull force at 0.5MPa, it uses a 12mm carbon-steel rod with 20um hard chrome plating. The exact drop-in replacement is the MBL32X32SCA, matching the 32mm bore, 32mm stroke, G1/8 port, and CA pivot back cover.
This legacy unit features a built-in -S magnet for position sensing and a fixed rubber bumper. The original MAL body uses threaded front and back covers, whereas the current MBL replacement utilizes a riveted rolling-packed body. The -S magnet on this MAL works with older CS1-M or DS1-M switches, but upgrading to the MBL requires current CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG sensors.
Airtac MAL32 Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MAL32X32SCA Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MAL32 Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MAL32X32SCA |
|---|---|
| Series | MAL aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder (discontinued) |
| Replacement | MBL32X32SCA |
| Bore size | Ø32 mm |
| Stroke | 32 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 MBL32X32SCA 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 MBL32X32SCA 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 MAL32X32SCA
| MAL | Aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder, double acting (discontinued). |
|---|---|
| 32 | Bore size in mm (20/25/32/40). |
| ×32 | 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 MAL32X32SCA Is Used
Carton Flap Folding
Provides 402N of push force at 0.5MPa to fold heavy cardboard flaps on continuous packaging lines, utilizing the CA pivot to absorb misalignment.
Pallet Diverter Gate
Shifts lightweight pallet routing gates in tight conveyor headers where the 32mm compact aluminum body fits within standard machine frames.
Press Pin Ejection
Retracts a 12mm rod to eject small machined pins from a lathe collet, relying on the 346N pull force to overcome internal friction.
Replacing the Airtac MAL32 Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MAL32X32SCA with MBL32X32SCA
To replace the MAL32X32SCA, order the MBL32X32SCA. Confirm the 32mm bore, 32mm stroke, PT thread, and CA pivot back cover are retained. Because this SKU includes the -S magnet, note that your older CS1-M/DS1-M sensors must be swapped for CMSG/DMSG/EMSG switches on the new MBL. If your application needs adjustable end-cushioning rather than a fixed rubber bumper, step up to the MBLC version on the current line.
For sizing flexibility, stepping down to the 25mm bore yields 245N push at 0.5MPa, while stepping up to the 40mm bore provides 628N push. Remember that a plain bumper is not a lock; the rod drifts when air is lost, so use an external rod lock for vertical loads. At 32mm stroke, side-load bending is minimal, but the 12mm rod still has low side-load tolerance.
Upgrade checklist
- ✓ Order the MBL32X32SCA (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 MBL32X32SCA instead of this discontinued model.
Airtac MAL32 Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MAL32X32SCA FAQ
Yes, the MAL32X32SCA is discontinued. The exact drop-in replacement is the MBL32X32SCA, offering the same 32mm bore, 32mm stroke, G1/8 port, force, and CA pivot mounting. You simply order the MBL32X32SCA to maintain machine compatibility.
At 0.5MPa, it provides 402N push and 346N pull force; at 0.7MPa, push is 563N, with a maximum theoretical force of 82kgf at 1.0MPa. Because this model includes the -S magnet, it works with older CS1-M/DS1-M switches; the MBL replacement requires CMSG/DMSG/EMSG sensors.
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