This model is discontinued
AirTAC has phased out the MAL series. The drop-in replacement is MBL32X450-CM — same bore, stroke, output force, port and mounting, so it fits the same application. Simply order the MBL32X450-CM 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 MAL32X450-CM
The AirTAC Airtac MAL32 Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MAL32X450-CM is a double-acting aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder with a Ø32mm bore and 450mm stroke, G1/8 air ports and a fixed rubber bumper. This model is discontinued — the drop-in replacement is the MBL32X450-CM, which matches its bore, stroke, force and mounting.
- BoreØ32 mm
- Stroke450 mm
- Port sizeG1/8
- Acting typeDouble acting
- Rod threadM10×1.25
- StatusDiscontinued → MBL32X450-CM
About the Airtac MAL32 Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MAL32X450-CM
The AirTAC MAL32X450-CM is a discontinued double-acting aluminum mini round cylinder engineered for a 32 mm bore and a 450 mm stroke. It delivers a push force of 402 N and a pull force of 346 N at 0.5 MPa. The exact drop-in replacement is the MBL32X450-CM, which matches the original bore, stroke, output force, G1/8 port, and CM round-end mounting for a seamless retrofit.
This legacy unit relies on a fixed rubber bumper to soften end-of-stroke impacts, whereas the current MBLC line offers an adjustable air cushion for heavier loads. The original MAL body features threaded front and back covers, while the MBL upgrade utilizes a riveted rolling-packed body for equally robust performance. Because this specific SKU lacks an -S magnet, it cannot accommodate a position sensor. Internally, a heterogeneous two-way seal retains grease, and the carbon-steel rod features 20 um hard-chrome plating to resist wear.
Airtac MAL32 Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MAL32X450-CM Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MAL32 Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MAL32X450-CM |
|---|---|
| Series | MAL aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder (discontinued) |
| Replacement | MBL32X450-CM |
| Bore size | Ø32 mm |
| Stroke | 450 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 MBL32X450-CM 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 MBL32X450-CM 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 MAL32X450-CM
| MAL | Aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder, double acting (discontinued). |
|---|---|
| 32 | Bore size in mm (20/25/32/40). |
| ×450 | 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 MAL32X450-CM Is Used
Packaging Conveyor Diverter
Pushes lightweight cardboard cartons across a 450 mm belt gap using 402 N of push force at 0.5 MPa without overwhelming the product.
PCB Board Ejection Station
Extends 450 mm to slowly eject populated printed circuit boards from an assembly fixture using the CM round-end back cover to accommodate minor alignment shifts.
Textile Bobbin Loader
Transfers empty bobbins into a winding machine, relying on the self-lubricating front-cover bearing guide to maintain smooth operation over long cycles.
Replacing the Airtac MAL32 Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MAL32X450-CM with MBL32X450-CM
To replace the MAL32X450-CM, order the MBL32X450-CM and verify your 32 mm bore, 450 mm stroke, PT tapered port thread, and CM round-end back cover. If your application requires position detection, you must transition to an MBL variant with an -S magnet, which will also require upgrading from the legacy CS1-M or DS1-M switches to the modern CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG sensor family. If you need to manage end-of-stroke kinetic energy more precisely than the fixed rubber bumper allows, step up to the MBLC series for its adjustable air cushion.
For sizing flexibility, stepping down to a 25 mm bore reduces the push force to 245 N at 0.5 MPa, while stepping up to a 40 mm bore increases the push force to 628 N at 0.5 MPa. Because this cylinder has a 450 mm stroke, the 12 mm rod is highly susceptible to bending under lateral stress; you must use an external guide rail to support the load. A plain cylinder does not hold its position when air pressure is lost, so install a pilot-operated check valve if dropping the load poses a safety risk.
Upgrade checklist
- ✓ Order the MBL32X450-CM (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 MBL32X450-CM instead of this discontinued model.
Airtac MAL32 Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MAL32X450-CM FAQ
Yes, the MAL32X450-CM is discontinued. The exact drop-in replacement is the MBL32X450-CM, which provides identical bore, stroke, force, port, and mounting compatibility. The main physical change is that the MBL uses a riveted rolling-packed body instead of the threaded covers found on the MAL.
At an operating pressure of 0.5 MPa, the 32 mm bore provides a push force of 402 N and a pull force of 346 N. At 0.7 MPa, the push force is 563 N. The maximum theoretical force is 82 kgf at 1.0 MPa. This specific SKU lacks a magnet, so it cannot support position sensors.
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