This model is discontinued
AirTAC has phased out the MAL series. The drop-in replacement is MBL32X600-CA — same bore, stroke, output force, port and mounting, so it fits the same application. Simply order the MBL32X600-CA 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 MAL32X600-CA
The AirTAC Airtac MAL32 Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MAL32X600-CA is a double-acting aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder with a Ø32mm bore and 600mm stroke, G1/8 air ports and a fixed rubber bumper. This model is discontinued — the drop-in replacement is the MBL32X600-CA, which matches its bore, stroke, force and mounting.
- BoreØ32 mm
- Stroke600 mm
- Port sizeG1/8
- Acting typeDouble acting
- Rod threadM10×1.25
- StatusDiscontinued → MBL32X600-CA
About the Airtac MAL32 Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MAL32X600-CA
The AirTAC MAL32X600-CA is a discontinued double-acting aluminum mini round cylinder featuring a 32mm bore and a 600mm stroke. Because this stroke exceeds the 500mm standard limit, it was manufactured as a made-to-order non-standard part. It delivers 402N of push force and 346N of pull force at 0.5MPa, operating on a G1/8 port with a 12mm carbon-steel rod. The CA back cover provides a pivot clevis for arcing movements. AirTAC replaced this legacy unit with the MBL32X600-CA, a drop-in alternative maintaining the exact bore, stroke, output force, port size, and mounting interface.
This legacy MAL body used threaded front and back covers, whereas the modern MBL replacement features a riveted rolling-packed body for equally robust performance. The 600mm stroke on a 12mm rod demands careful alignment; the CA pivot clevis helps absorb radial stress by allowing angular float. This SKU lacks a built-in magnet, so it cannot support any position sensing. The internal piston relies on a heterogeneous two-way seal that retains grease, while the self-lubricating front-cover bearing guide supports the chrome-plated rod.
Airtac MAL32 Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MAL32X600-CA Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MAL32 Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MAL32X600-CA |
|---|---|
| Series | MAL aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder (discontinued) |
| Replacement | MBL32X600-CA |
| Bore size | Ø32 mm |
| Stroke | 600 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 MBL32X600-CA 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 MBL32X600-CA 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 MAL32X600-CA
| MAL | Aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder, double acting (discontinued). |
|---|---|
| 32 | Bore size in mm (20/25/32/40). |
| ×600 | 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 MAL32X600-CA Is Used
Textile Loom Tentering
Drives fabric guide arms on a textile loom where the CA pivot clevis accommodates the lateral arc of the material web over a 600mm reach.
Packaging Flap Folder
Folds heavy corrugated cardboard flaps on a continuous packaging line, utilizing the 402N push force at 0.5MPa to overcome paper stiffness.
Palletizer Diverter
Actuates a sweeping diverter arm on a low-profile palletizing conveyor, relying on the 600mm stroke to reach across the lane width.
Replacing the Airtac MAL32 Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MAL32X600-CA with MBL32X600-CA
To replace the discontinued MAL32X600-CA, order the exact MBL32X600-CA drop-in equivalent. Verify your 32mm bore, 600mm non-standard stroke, G1/8 port, PT thread, and CA pivot back cover. Because this 600mm stroke exceeds the 500mm standard maximum, expect a made-to-order lead time. If your application requires end-of-stroke deceleration, note that the MAL only has a fixed rubber bumper; you should step up to the current-line MBLC32X600-CA, which offers an adjustable air cushion. Furthermore, this specific SKU lacks an -S magnet, meaning it cannot accept a position sensor.
When sizing, consider stepping down to the 25mm bore (providing 245N push at 0.5MPa) if your load is light, or stepping up to the 40mm bore (delivering 628N push at 0.5MPa) for heavier resistance. A plain double-acting cylinder does not hold its position or load when air pressure is lost—the rod will drift. If you need to maintain a vertical load during an air-loss event, install an external pilot-operated check valve or a dedicated rod lock. Because 600mm is a long stroke for a 12mm rod, side-load tolerance is very low; always use an external linear guide to prevent rod bending and premature seal wear.
Upgrade checklist
- ✓ Order the MBL32X600-CA (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 MBL32X600-CA instead of this discontinued model.
Airtac MAL32 Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MAL32X600-CA FAQ
Yes, the MAL32X600-CA is discontinued. The exact drop-in replacement is the MBL32X600-CA, which matches the 32mm bore, 600mm stroke, G1/8 port, and CA pivot mounting. The modern MBL uses a riveted rolling-packed body instead of the threaded covers found on the MAL.
At 0.5MPa it provides 402N push and 346N pull; at 0.7MPa it provides 563N push, with a theoretical maximum of 82kgf at 1.0MPa. Because this specific SKU lacks an -S magnet, it cannot accept any position sensor. If sensing is required on the replacement, order an MBL32X600SCA and use CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG switches instead of the older CS1-M/DS1-M.
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