This model is discontinued
AirTAC has phased out the MAL series. The drop-in replacement is MBL32X530SU — same bore, stroke, output force, port and mounting, so it fits the same application. Simply order the MBL32X530SU 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 MAL32X530SU
The AirTAC Airtac MAL32 Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MAL32X530SU is a double-acting aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder with a Ø32mm bore and 530mm stroke, G1/8 air ports and a fixed rubber bumper. This model is discontinued — the drop-in replacement is the MBL32X530SU, which matches its bore, stroke, force and mounting.
- BoreØ32 mm
- Stroke530 mm
- Port sizeG1/8
- Acting typeDouble acting
- Rod threadM10×1.25
- StatusDiscontinued → MBL32X530SU
About the Airtac MAL32 Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MAL32X530SU
The AirTAC MAL32X530SU is a discontinued double-acting aluminum mini round cylinder with a 32mm bore and 530mm stroke. Because the 530mm length exceeds the 500mm standard catalog maximum, this unit was produced as a non-standard, made-to-order item. It delivers 402N of push force and 346N of pull force at 0.5MPa, utilizing a G1/8 port and an M10x1.25 rod-end thread. The exact drop-in replacement is the MBL32X530SU, which matches the bore, stroke, output force, port size, and flat-end U back cover perfectly.
This legacy SKU features a built-in magnet (-S) for position sensing. On the MAL, this magnet interfaces with the older CS1-M and DS1-M switches, whereas the modern MBL replacement utilizes the current CMSG, DMSG, and EMSG sensor families. The original MAL body uses threaded front and back covers on the barrel, while the upgraded MBL features a riveted rolling-packed body construction. Both designs rely on a fixed rubber bumper for end-of-stroke damping and lack an adjustable cushion; if adjustable air cushioning is required, the MBLC variant on the current line should be specified instead.
Airtac MAL32 Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MAL32X530SU Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MAL32 Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MAL32X530SU |
|---|---|
| Series | MAL aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder (discontinued) |
| Replacement | MBL32X530SU |
| Bore size | Ø32 mm |
| Stroke | 530 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 MBL32X530SU 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 MBL32X530SU 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 MAL32X530SU
| MAL | Aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder, double acting (discontinued). |
|---|---|
| 32 | Bore size in mm (20/25/32/40). |
| ×530 | 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 MAL32X530SU Is Used
Textile Loom Guide
Drives a thread tensioning guide in a textile loom, using the 402N push force at 0.5MPa to shift the yarn carrier across the 530mm non-standard stroke.
Pallet Transfer Arm
Indexes small plastic pallets between packaging stations, relying on the flat-end U back cover for rigid alignment over the extended 530mm travel distance.
Warehouse Sorter
Actuates a pusher arm on a compact parcel sorter, where the 346N pull force retracts the 12mm rod rapidly to clear incoming boxes.
Replacing the Airtac MAL32 Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MAL32X530SU with MBL32X530SU
To replace the MAL32X530SU, order the MBL32X530SU. Verify the 32mm bore, 530mm non-standard stroke, G1/8 port, PT thread, and the flat-end U back cover. Because this SKU includes the -S magnet, you must update your inventory to use CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG sensors, as the older CS1-M and DS1-M switches will not mount to the new body. If you need adjustable end-cushioning to prevent shock at the stroke ends, step up to the MBLC32 variant, which offers an adjustable air cushion instead of the fixed rubber bumper.
When sizing, evaluate if you can step down to the 25mm bore (providing 245N push at 0.5MPa) to save space, or step up to the 40mm bore (delivering 628N push at 0.5MPa) if your load requires more force. A 530mm stroke on a 12mm rod creates a high risk of rod bending under lateral stress; always use an external guide rail or a pivot bracket to support the load. Additionally, a plain MBL cylinder does not hold its position when air pressure is lost, as the rod will drift. To lock a suspended load, install an external rod lock or a pilot-operated check valve.
Upgrade checklist
- ✓ Order the MBL32X530SU (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 MBL32X530SU instead of this discontinued model.
Airtac MAL32 Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MAL32X530SU FAQ
Yes, the MAL32X530SU is discontinued. The exact drop-in replacement is the MBL32X530SU, which offers the same 32mm bore, 530mm stroke, G1/8 port, and flat-end U back cover. You simply order the MBL equivalent.
At 0.5MPa, the push force is 402N and the pull force is 346N. At 0.7MPa, the push force is 563N, with a maximum theoretical force of 82kgf at 1.0MPa. Because this model includes the -S magnet, it works with the older CS1-M and DS1-M switches; the MBL replacement requires the newer CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG sensors.
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