This model is discontinued
AirTAC has phased out the MAL series. The drop-in replacement is MBL32X50-CA-SDB — same bore, stroke, output force, port and mounting, so it fits the same application. Simply order the MBL32X50-CA-SDB 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 MAL32X50-CA-SDB
The AirTAC Airtac MAL32 Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MAL32X50-CA-SDB is a double-acting aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder with a Ø32mm bore and 50mm stroke, G1/8 air ports and a fixed rubber bumper. This model is discontinued — the drop-in replacement is the MBL32X50-CA-SDB, which matches its bore, stroke, force and mounting.
- BoreØ32 mm
- Stroke50 mm
- Port sizeG1/8
- Acting typeDouble acting
- Rod threadM10×1.25
- StatusDiscontinued → MBL32X50-CA-SDB
About the Airtac MAL32 Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MAL32X50-CA-SDB
The AirTAC MAL32X50-CA-SDB is a discontinued double-acting aluminum mini round cylinder with a 32 mm bore and 50 mm stroke. It delivers 402 N of push force and 346 N of pull force at 0.5 MPa. AirTAC replaced this legacy unit with the MBL32X50-CA-SDB, a drop-in upgrade retaining the exact same bore, stroke, output force, G1/8 port, and mounting interface. The original MAL body used threaded front and back covers, whereas the current MBL features a riveted rolling-packed body for equally robust performance.
This specific SKU includes a CA pivot clevis back cover and an SDB pivot bracket, designed to swivel on a pin and accommodate arcing rod loads. Because this configuration lacks the -S magnet option, it cannot accept a position sensor. Internally, the piston relies on a heterogeneous two-way seal that retains grease, riding alongside a self-lubricating front-cover bearing guide. The carbon-steel rod is protected by 20 um hard-chrome plating to resist wear.
Airtac MAL32 Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MAL32X50-CA-SDB Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MAL32 Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MAL32X50-CA-SDB |
|---|---|
| Series | MAL aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder (discontinued) |
| Replacement | MBL32X50-CA-SDB |
| Bore size | Ø32 mm |
| Stroke | 50 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 MBL32X50-CA-SDB 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 MBL32X50-CA-SDB 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 MAL32X50-CA-SDB
| MAL | Aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder, double acting (discontinued). |
|---|---|
| 32 | Bore size in mm (20/25/32/40). |
| ×50 | 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 MAL32X50-CA-SDB Is Used
Pouch Packaging Diverter
Swings a guide arm on a packaging line to sort sealed pouches, utilizing the 402 N push force and the CA clevis to absorb the arcing motion of the pivoting arm.
PCB Router Clamp
Holds a printed circuit board panel steady during routing operations, where the 346 N pull force securely retracts the clamp within a compact 50 mm stroke.
Carton Flap Folder
Folds minor flaps on small cartons passing through a case erector, relying on the SDB pivot bracket to self-align as the rod cycles under varying box tolerances.
Replacing the Airtac MAL32 Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MAL32X50-CA-SDB with MBL32X50-CA-SDB
To replace the MAL32X50-CA-SDB, order the MBL32X50-CA-SDB. Confirm your 50 mm stroke, G1/8 port, PT thread form, and the CA clevis with SDB pivot bracket are retained in the new order. If your machine requires end-of-stroke sensing, note that this SKU has no magnet; you must specify an -S model on the MBL side, which transitions you from the legacy CS1-M / DS1-M switches to the current CMSG / DMSG / EMSG sensor family. If a cushion is required beyond the fixed rubber bumper found on the MAL, step up to the MBLC series for an adjustable air cushion.
For sizing flexibility, stepping down to a 25 mm bore drops the 0.5 MPa push force to 245 N, while stepping up to a 40 mm bore increases it to 628 N. Note that a plain MAL or MBL cylinder does not hold its load when air pressure is lost; the rod will drift. Use an external rod lock or pilot-operated check valve if you need strict position holding.
Upgrade checklist
- ✓ Order the MBL32X50-CA-SDB (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 MBL32X50-CA-SDB instead of this discontinued model.
Airtac MAL32 Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MAL32X50-CA-SDB FAQ
Yes, the MAL series is end-of-life. The exact drop-in replacement is the MBL32X50-CA-SDB. It matches the 32 mm bore, 50 mm stroke, G1/8 port, CA clevis, and SDB mounting. The main change is the body construction: the MAL used threaded covers, while the MBL uses a riveted rolling-packed body.
At 0.5 MPa, 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. Note that this specific SKU lacks a magnet, so it cannot support position sensors.
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