This model is discontinued
AirTAC has phased out the MAL series. The drop-in replacement is MBL32X5U — same bore, stroke, output force, port and mounting, so it fits the same application. Simply order the MBL32X5U 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 MAL32X5U
The AirTAC Airtac MAL32 Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MAL32X5U is a double-acting aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder with a Ø32mm bore and 5mm stroke, G1/8 air ports and a fixed rubber bumper. This model is discontinued — the drop-in replacement is the MBL32X5U, which matches its bore, stroke, force and mounting.
- BoreØ32 mm
- Stroke5 mm
- Port sizeG1/8
- Acting typeDouble acting
- Rod threadM10×1.25
- StatusDiscontinued → MBL32X5U
About the Airtac MAL32 Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MAL32X5U
The AirTAC MAL32X5U is a discontinued double-acting aluminum mini round cylinder with a 32mm bore and 5mm stroke. It delivers 402N push and 346N pull at 0.5 MPa, utilizing a Ø12mm carbon-steel rod with 20μm hard chrome plating. The exact drop-in replacement is the MBL32X5U, matching the bore, stroke, force, G1/8 port, and U flat-end mounting.
This legacy MAL features threaded front and back covers, whereas the current MBL uses a riveted rolling-packed body. The U-style flat-end back cover provides rigid rear mounting for this short-stroke 5mm motion. Because this SKU lacks the -S magnet option, it cannot accept a CS1-M or DS1-M position sensor.
Airtac MAL32 Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MAL32X5U Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MAL32 Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MAL32X5U |
|---|---|
| Series | MAL aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder (discontinued) |
| Replacement | MBL32X5U |
| Bore size | Ø32 mm |
| Stroke | 5 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 MBL32X5U 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 MBL32X5U 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 MAL32X5U
| MAL | Aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder, double acting (discontinued). |
|---|---|
| 32 | Bore size in mm (20/25/32/40). |
| ×5 | 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 MAL32X5U Is Used
PCB Depaneling Blade
Drives a short 5mm cutting stroke to snap printed circuit boards apart with 402N of push force.
Connector Insertion Press
Seats ribbon cable headers into plastic housings using a rigid U flat-end mount to prevent deflection.
Carton Flap Tapper
Delivers a rapid 5mm tap to align minor packaging flaps before sealing, relying on the 30-800mm/s speed range.
Replacing the Airtac MAL32 Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MAL32X5U with MBL32X5U
To replace the MAL32X5U, order the MBL32X5U. Confirm the 32mm bore, 5mm stroke, G1/8 port, and default PT tapered thread. The U flat-end back cover provides rigid mounting; if your application requires arcing pivot motion, step up to the CA pivot cover. If you need position sensing, you must select an MBL with the -S option, as this non-magnet SKU cannot take a sensor. The MBL also uses the newer CMSG/DMSG/EMSG switches instead of the older CS1-M/DS1-M family.
For sizing flexibility, stepping down to the 25mm bore yields 245N push at 0.5 MPa, while stepping up to the 40mm bore provides 628N push. The MAL uses a fixed rubber bumper, not an adjustable cushion; if end-of-stroke shock is an issue, upgrade to the MBLC. Note that a plain cylinder drifts when air is lost, so use an external rod lock for position holding.
Upgrade checklist
- ✓ Order the MBL32X5U (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 MBL32X5U instead of this discontinued model.
Airtac MAL32 Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MAL32X5U FAQ
Yes, the MAL32X5U is discontinued. The exact drop-in replacement is the MBL32X5U, which matches the 32mm bore, 5mm stroke, G1/8 port, and U flat-end mounting. The MBL uses a riveted rolling-packed body instead of threaded covers.
At 0.5 MPa, the push force is 402N and the pull force is 346N. At 0.7 MPa, the push force is 563N. The maximum theoretical force is 82kgf at 1.0 MPa.
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