This model is discontinued
AirTAC has phased out the MAL series. The drop-in replacement is MBL32X40CM — same bore, stroke, output force, port and mounting, so it fits the same application. Simply order the MBL32X40CM 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 MAL32X40CM
The AirTAC Airtac MAL32 Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MAL32X40CM is a double-acting aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder with a Ø32mm bore and 40mm stroke, G1/8 air ports and a fixed rubber bumper. This model is discontinued — the drop-in replacement is the MBL32X40CM, which matches its bore, stroke, force and mounting.
- BoreØ32 mm
- Stroke40 mm
- Port sizeG1/8
- Acting typeDouble acting
- Rod threadM10×1.25
- StatusDiscontinued → MBL32X40CM
About the Airtac MAL32 Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MAL32X40CM
The AirTAC MAL32X40CM is a discontinued double-acting aluminum mini round cylinder delivering 402 N of push force and 346 N of pull force at 0.5 MPa. It features a 32 mm bore, a 40 mm stroke, and a PT-threaded G1/8 port. Because this legacy series is end-of-life, you should order the exact drop-in replacement: the MBL32X40CM. It matches the original bore, stroke, output force, port size, and CM round-end back cover, dropping directly into your existing mounting footprint.
This specific SKU lacks a built-in magnet, meaning it cannot accept a position sensor. If you upgrade to the MBL32X40CM and require sensing, you must select the -S option and use current CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG switches, as the older CS1-M and DS1-M sensors are obsolete. Another key upgrade is the body construction: the MAL uses threaded front and back covers, whereas the MBL features a riveted rolling-packed body. Both designs rely on a fixed rubber bumper rather than an adjustable cushion.
Airtac MAL32 Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MAL32X40CM Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MAL32 Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MAL32X40CM |
|---|---|
| Series | MAL aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder (discontinued) |
| Replacement | MBL32X40CM |
| Bore size | Ø32 mm |
| Stroke | 40 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 MBL32X40CM 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 MBL32X40CM 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 MAL32X40CM
| MAL | Aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder, double acting (discontinued). |
|---|---|
| 32 | Bore size in mm (20/25/32/40). |
| ×40 | 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 MAL32X40CM Is Used
PCB Depaneling Router
Actuates the cutting head clamp on a PCB depaneling router, using its 402 N push force at 0.5 MPa to hold rigid fiberglass boards steady during the routing cycle.
Connector Insertion Arm
Drives the vertical insertion arm on a semiconductor test socket loader, relying on the 40 mm stroke to press high-pin-count connectors into place without overshooting.
Carton Flap Folder
Folds minor carton flaps on a compact packaging line, where the CM round-end back cover provides pivot compliance to accommodate varying box widths.
Replacing the Airtac MAL32 Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MAL32X40CM with MBL32X40CM
To replace the MAL32X40CM, order the MBL32X40CM. Confirm your 32 mm bore, 40 mm stroke, G1/8 port, default PT thread form, and CM round-end back cover before checkout. Since this SKU has no magnet (-S), it cannot support a sensor; if your machine requires position detection, specify an MBL32X40CMS and migrate to the CMSG/DMSG/EMSG switch family. Note that the fixed rubber bumper only softens end-of-stroke impacts and is not a lock. If the load must be held when air drops, add an external rod lock or pilot-operated check valve. If you need adjustable air cushioning, step up to the MBLC equivalent.
When sizing, verify if 402 N push at 0.5 MPa is sufficient. If you need less force, step down to the 25 mm bore (245 N push). If you need more power, step up to the 40 mm bore (628 N push, which also upgrades the port to G1/4). The 12 mm carbon-steel rod with 20 µm hard-chrome plating runs on a self-lubricating front-cover bearing guide, but the compact rod size has low side-load tolerance. Even at 40 mm stroke, keep the load axially aligned to prevent seal wear.
Upgrade checklist
- ✓ Order the MBL32X40CM (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 MBL32X40CM instead of this discontinued model.
Airtac MAL32 Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MAL32X40CM FAQ
Yes, the MAL32X40CM is discontinued. The exact drop-in replacement is the MBL32X40CM. It provides the same 32 mm bore, 40 mm stroke, G1/8 port, and CM round-end cover. The main difference is the body construction: the MAL uses threaded covers while the MBL uses a riveted rolling-packed body.
At 0.5 MPa, the 32 mm bore provides 402 N of push force and 346 N of pull force. At 0.7 MPa, the push force is 563 N. The maximum theoretical force is 82 kgf at 1.0 MPa. Note that this specific SKU has no magnet, so it cannot accept a position sensor.
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