This model is discontinued
AirTAC has phased out the MAL series. The drop-in replacement is MBL32X40SCA — same bore, stroke, output force, port and mounting, so it fits the same application. Simply order the MBL32X40SCA 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 MAL32X40SCA
The AirTAC Airtac MAL32 Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MAL32X40SCA 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 MBL32X40SCA, which matches its bore, stroke, force and mounting.
- BoreØ32 mm
- Stroke40 mm
- Port sizeG1/8
- Acting typeDouble acting
- Rod threadM10×1.25
- StatusDiscontinued → MBL32X40SCA
About the Airtac MAL32 Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MAL32X40SCA
The AirTAC MAL32X40SCA is a discontinued double-acting aluminum mini round cylinder with a 32mm bore and 40mm stroke. It delivers 402N of push force and 346N of pull force at 0.5MPa. The exact drop-in replacement is the MBL32X40SCA, matching the original bore, stroke, output force, G1/8 port, and CA pivot mounting exactly.
This legacy unit features a threaded front and back cover assembly, whereas the modern MBL utilizes a riveted rolling-packed body for structural rigidity. Because this SKU includes the -S magnet, it was designed for the older CS1-M and DS1-M reed switches; upgrading to the MBL requires the current CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG sensor families. The carbon-steel rod is plated with 20um hard chrome and runs through a self-lubricating front-cover bearing guide.
Airtac MAL32 Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MAL32X40SCA Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MAL32 Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MAL32X40SCA |
|---|---|
| Series | MAL aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder (discontinued) |
| Replacement | MBL32X40SCA |
| 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 MBL32X40SCA 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 MBL32X40SCA 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 MAL32X40SCA
| 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 MAL32X40SCA Is Used
Textile Loom Yarn Guide
Drives the yarn guide arm on compact textile looms, utilizing the 402N push force at 0.5MPa to maintain tension while the CA pivot absorbs lateral arc swing.
PCB Depaneling Router
Positions the cutting head on small PCB routing machines where the 40mm stroke and 346N pull force securely retract the spindle between cuts.
Carton Flap Folder
Folds minor product carton flaps on packaging lines, with the -S magnet triggering CS1-M reed switches to confirm fold completion.
Replacing the Airtac MAL32 Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MAL32X40SCA with MBL32X40SCA
To replace the MAL32X40SCA, order the MBL32X40SCA and verify your PT port thread, CA pivot back cover, and magnet sensor compatibility. If you need to adjust the force, stepping down to a 25mm bore yields 245N push at 0.5MPa, while stepping up to a 40mm bore provides 628N push at 0.5MPa. The 32mm bore uses a 12mm rod with an M10x1.25 rod-end thread.
This cylinder uses a fixed rubber bumper, not an adjustable cushion; if your application requires end-of-stroke deceleration, specify the MBLC variant on the current line. A plain cylinder does not hold its load when air pressure drops, so install an external pilot-operated check valve if drifting is a concern. The CA pivot clevis is ideal for accommodating arcing loads on this short 40mm stroke.
Upgrade checklist
- ✓ Order the MBL32X40SCA (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 MBL32X40SCA instead of this discontinued model.
Airtac MAL32 Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MAL32X40SCA FAQ
Yes, the MAL32X40SCA is discontinued. The exact drop-in replacement is the MBL32X40SCA, offering the same 32mm bore, 40mm stroke, CA pivot mounting, and G1/8 port. Note that the -S magnet on the MAL works with CS1-M/DS1-M switches, while the MBL replacement requires CMSG/DMSG/EMSG sensors.
At 0.5MPa, the push force is 402N and the pull force is 346N. At 0.7MPa, the push force is 563N. The maximum theoretical force is 82kgf at 1.0MPa.
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