This model is discontinued
AirTAC has phased out the MAL series. The drop-in replacement is MBL32X430SCA — same bore, stroke, output force, port and mounting, so it fits the same application. Simply order the MBL32X430SCA 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 MAL32X430SCA
The AirTAC Airtac MAL32 Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MAL32X430SCA is a double-acting aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder with a Ø32mm bore and 430mm stroke, G1/8 air ports and a fixed rubber bumper. This model is discontinued — the drop-in replacement is the MBL32X430SCA, which matches its bore, stroke, force and mounting.
- BoreØ32 mm
- Stroke430 mm
- Port sizeG1/8
- Acting typeDouble acting
- Rod threadM10×1.25
- StatusDiscontinued → MBL32X430SCA
About the Airtac MAL32 Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MAL32X430SCA
The AirTAC MAL32X430SCA is a discontinued double-acting aluminum mini round cylinder with a 32 mm bore and 430 mm stroke. It delivers 402 N of push force and 346 N of pull force at 0.5 MPa. The exact drop-in replacement is the MBL32X430SCA, which matches the original bore, stroke, output force, G1/8 port, and CA pivot mounting. This legacy model features a built-in magnet (-S) and a CA pivot back cover designed to absorb arcing loads along a pin axis.
Two engineering details distinguish this transition. First, the legacy MAL uses threaded front and back covers on the barrel, whereas the modern MBL replacement features a riveted rolling-packed body for structural rigidity. Second, because this SKU includes the -S magnet, it originally paired with older CS1-M or DS1-M reed switches; upgrading to the MBL means transitioning to the current CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG sensor families to detect rod position.
Airtac MAL32 Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MAL32X430SCA Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MAL32 Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MAL32X430SCA |
|---|---|
| Series | MAL aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder (discontinued) |
| Replacement | MBL32X430SCA |
| Bore size | Ø32 mm |
| Stroke | 430 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 MBL32X430SCA 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 MBL32X430SCA 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 MAL32X430SCA
| MAL | Aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder, double acting (discontinued). |
|---|---|
| 32 | Bore size in mm (20/25/32/40). |
| ×430 | 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 MAL32X430SCA Is Used
Pallet Transfer Diverter
Swings a diverter arm on a packaging conveyor using the 402 N push force at 0.5 MPa, with the CA pivot absorbing the arcing motion of the 430 mm stroke.
CNC Lathe Door Shuttle
Opens and closes a heavy machine tool safety door, relying on the 430 mm travel to clear the work area while the G1/8 port maintains compact airflow routing.
Carton Flap Folder
Actuates a folding mechanism on a cartoning machine, where the self-lubricating front-cover bearing guide sustains the rapid 30-800 mm/s cycling over long production runs.
Replacing the Airtac MAL32 Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MAL32X430SCA with MBL32X430SCA
To replace the MAL32X430SCA, order the MBL32X430SCA. Verify your port thread form (this SKU defaults to PT tapered), the CA pivot back cover, and the magnet requirement. Because the -S magnet is present, plan to swap your legacy CS1-M / DS1-M switches for CMSG / DMSG / EMSG sensors on the new body. If your application requires an adjustable air cushion rather than the fixed rubber bumper found on the MAL, step up to the MBLC32 variant on the current line.
When sizing, check the neighboring bores to ensure 402 N at 0.5 MPa is optimal. Stepping down to a 25 mm bore drops thrust to 245 N, while stepping up to a 40 mm bore increases it to 628 N. At 430 mm of travel, the 12 mm rod is highly susceptible to side-load bending; the CA clevis is essential here to swing with the load, but you should also incorporate an external guide rail. Remember that a plain cylinder does not hold position when air is lost—the bumper only softens end-of-stroke impact, so add a rod lock for suspended loads.
Upgrade checklist
- ✓ Order the MBL32X430SCA (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 MBL32X430SCA instead of this discontinued model.
Airtac MAL32 Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MAL32X430SCA FAQ
Yes, the MAL series is end-of-life. The exact drop-in replacement is the MBL32X430SCA. It provides identical bore, stroke, force, port, and CA pivot mounting. The main change is that the MBL uses a riveted rolling-packed body instead of the MAL's threaded covers, and the -S magnet now requires CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG sensors instead of the older CS1-M / DS1-M switches.
At 0.5 MPa operating pressure, 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. The cylinder operates on filtered air at 0.1-1.0 MPa with a speed range of 30-800 mm/s.
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