This model is discontinued
AirTAC has phased out the MAL series. The drop-in replacement is MBL32X475CA — same bore, stroke, output force, port and mounting, so it fits the same application. Simply order the MBL32X475CA 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 MAL32X475CA
The AirTAC Airtac MAL32 Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MAL32X475CA is a double-acting aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder with a Ø32mm bore and 475mm stroke, G1/8 air ports and a fixed rubber bumper. This model is discontinued — the drop-in replacement is the MBL32X475CA, which matches its bore, stroke, force and mounting.
- BoreØ32 mm
- Stroke475 mm
- Port sizeG1/8
- Acting typeDouble acting
- Rod threadM10×1.25
- StatusDiscontinued → MBL32X475CA
About the Airtac MAL32 Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MAL32X475CA
The AirTAC MAL32X475CA is a discontinued double-acting aluminum mini round cylinder with a 32mm bore and 475mm stroke. It delivers 402N of push force and 346N of pull force at 0.5 MPa. The exact drop-in replacement is the MBL32X475CA, which matches the original bore, stroke, output force, G1/8 port, and CA pivot mounting for a seamless swap.
This legacy unit features a fixed rubber bumper and threaded front/back covers, whereas the current MBL uses a riveted rolling-packed body. Because this specific SKU lacks an -S magnet, it cannot support a position sensor. The carbon-steel rod has 20 um hard chrome plating, and the self-lubricating front-cover bearing guide helps maintain smooth operation over long travel distances.
Airtac MAL32 Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MAL32X475CA Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MAL32 Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MAL32X475CA |
|---|---|
| Series | MAL aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder (discontinued) |
| Replacement | MBL32X475CA |
| Bore size | Ø32 mm |
| Stroke | 475 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 MBL32X475CA 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 MBL32X475CA 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 MAL32X475CA
| MAL | Aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder, double acting (discontinued). |
|---|---|
| 32 | Bore size in mm (20/25/32/40). |
| ×475 | 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 MAL32X475CA Is Used
Textile Loom Deflection
Actuates thread guides across a 475mm path on a weaving loom, utilizing the 402N push force and CA pivot to accommodate the mechanism's arcing motion.
Bottling Line Diverter
Pushes glass bottles into a secondary labeling lane, where the CA clevis absorbs lateral stress and the 346N pull force reliably retracts the 12mm rod over the long stroke.
Warehouse Carton Reject
Sorts mixed-weight packaging off a main belt, using the full 475mm travel to reach across the conveyor without requiring an ISO 15552 profile body.
Replacing the Airtac MAL32 Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MAL32X475CA with MBL32X475CA
To replace the MAL32X475CA, order the MBL32X475CA. Confirm your 32mm bore, 475mm stroke, G1/8 port, and PT thread. The CA pivot back cover swings on a pin to absorb arcing loads, which is critical for this 475mm stroke to prevent rod bending. If you need an adjustable air cushion instead of the fixed rubber bumper, step up to the MBLC series. If you need position sensing, note that this no-S SKU cannot take a sensor; the MBL replacement with an -S magnet requires newer CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG switches rather than the older CS1-M or DS1-M. A plain cylinder drifts when air is lost, so use an external rod lock for load holding.
For sizing flexibility, you can step down to the 25mm bore (245N push at 0.5 MPa) for lighter loads, or step up to the 40mm bore (628N push at 0.5 MPa) for heavier work. Given the 475mm travel, an external guide is highly recommended to manage side-load tolerance on the 12mm rod.
Upgrade checklist
- ✓ Order the MBL32X475CA (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 MBL32X475CA instead of this discontinued model.
Airtac MAL32 Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MAL32X475CA FAQ
Yes, the MAL32X475CA is discontinued. The exact drop-in replacement is the MBL32X475CA, which offers the same 32mm bore, 475mm stroke, G1/8 port, and CA pivot mounting. The main upgrade is that the MBL uses a riveted rolling-packed body instead of the threaded covers found on the MAL.
At 0.5 MPa, the push force is 402N and the pull force is 346N. At 0.7 MPa, the push force is 563N, with a maximum theoretical force of 82 kgf at 1.0 MPa. Because this specific SKU does not have an -S magnet, it cannot take a position sensor; if you order an MBL with an -S magnet, you must use CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG switches.
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