This model is discontinued
AirTAC has phased out the MAL series. The drop-in replacement is MBL32X520SCA — same bore, stroke, output force, port and mounting, so it fits the same application. Simply order the MBL32X520SCA 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 MAL32X520SCA
The AirTAC Airtac MAL32 Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MAL32X520SCA is a double-acting aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder with a Ø32mm bore and 520mm stroke, G1/8 air ports and a fixed rubber bumper. This model is discontinued — the drop-in replacement is the MBL32X520SCA, which matches its bore, stroke, force and mounting.
- BoreØ32 mm
- Stroke520 mm
- Port sizeG1/8
- Acting typeDouble acting
- Rod threadM10×1.25
- StatusDiscontinued → MBL32X520SCA
About the Airtac MAL32 Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MAL32X520SCA
The AirTAC MAL32X520SCA is a discontinued double-acting aluminum mini round cylinder with a 32mm bore and a 520mm made-to-order stroke. It delivers 402N of push force and 346N of pull force at 0.5 MPa, utilizing a G1/8 port and an M10x1.25 rod thread. AirTAC replaced this legacy unit with the MBL32X520SCA, a drop-in alternative retaining the exact same bore, stroke, output force, port size, and CA pivot mounting.
This specific SKU includes a built-in magnet (-S) for position sensing, which on the MAL works with older CS1-M or DS1-M switches; upgrading to the MBL requires switching to current CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG sensors. A key structural change in the upgrade is that the MAL uses threaded front and back covers on the barrel, whereas the MBL features a riveted rolling-packed body. The original MAL body relies on a fixed rubber bumper for end-of-stroke damping and a heterogeneous two-way seal that retains grease, meaning it lacks adjustable cushioning (the modern MBLC line adds that feature).
Airtac MAL32 Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MAL32X520SCA Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MAL32 Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MAL32X520SCA |
|---|---|
| Series | MAL aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder (discontinued) |
| Replacement | MBL32X520SCA |
| Bore size | Ø32 mm |
| Stroke | 520 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 MBL32X520SCA 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 MBL32X520SCA 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 MAL32X520SCA
| MAL | Aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder, double acting (discontinued). |
|---|---|
| 32 | Bore size in mm (20/25/32/40). |
| ×520 | 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 MAL32X520SCA Is Used
Textile Loom Tensioning
Uses the 402N push force at 0.5 MPa to maintain tension on textile guide arms, with the CA pivot absorbing the weaving mechanism's arcing motion.
Package Sorter Diverter
The 520mm stroke fully extends across a narrow parcel belt to deflect cartons, while the -S magnet confirms retraction for the PLC.
Long-Reach Parts Ejector
Pushes stamped metal blanks out of a tight press bed, relying on the 32mm bore's 563N push at 0.7 MPa to clear the tooling.
Replacing the Airtac MAL32 Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MAL32X520SCA with MBL32X520SCA
To replace the MAL32X520SCA, order the MBL32X520SCA and verify your setup accommodates the sensor family change from CS1-M/DS1-M to CMSG/DMSG/EMSG. Confirm the PT port thread, the CA pivot back cover (which swings on a pin to absorb arcing rod loads), and the 520mm non-standard stroke requirement. If you need to adjust force, stepping down to the 25mm bore yields 245N push at 0.5 MPa, while stepping up to the 40mm bore provides 628N push at 0.5 MPa.
Because this stroke exceeds 500mm, the 12mm rod is highly susceptible to bending under side-loads; always use an external guide rail or ensure the CA pivot can freely articulate. The fixed rubber bumper softens impact but does not lock the rod—if air pressure drops, the load will drift, so add an external pilot-operated check valve for position holding. If end-of-stroke shock is too severe, upgrade to the current MBLC for an adjustable air cushion.
Upgrade checklist
- ✓ Order the MBL32X520SCA (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 MBL32X520SCA instead of this discontinued model.
Airtac MAL32 Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MAL32X520SCA FAQ
Yes, the MAL32X520SCA is discontinued. The exact drop-in replacement is the MBL32X520SCA, which matches the 32mm bore, 520mm stroke, G1/8 port, and CA pivot mounting. You must update your sensors, as the MAL -S magnet uses older CS1-M/DS1-M switches while the MBL uses CMSG/DMSG/EMSG.
The 32mm bore provides 402N push and 346N pull at 0.5 MPa, 563N push at 0.7 MPa, and a maximum theoretical force of 82 kgf at 1.0 MPa. It uses a G1/8 port and a 12mm carbon-steel rod with a fixed rubber bumper.
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