This model is discontinued
AirTAC has phased out the MAL series. The drop-in replacement is MBL32X60CA — same bore, stroke, output force, port and mounting, so it fits the same application. Simply order the MBL32X60CA 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 MAL32X60CA
The AirTAC Airtac MAL32 Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MAL32X60CA is a double-acting aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder with a Ø32mm bore and 60mm stroke, G1/8 air ports and a fixed rubber bumper. This model is discontinued — the drop-in replacement is the MBL32X60CA, which matches its bore, stroke, force and mounting.
- BoreØ32 mm
- Stroke60 mm
- Port sizeG1/8
- Acting typeDouble acting
- Rod threadM10×1.25
- StatusDiscontinued → MBL32X60CA
About the Airtac MAL32 Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MAL32X60CA
The AirTAC MAL32X60CA is a discontinued double-acting aluminum mini round cylinder, delivering 402 N of push force and 346 N of pull force at 0.5 MPa. It features a 32 mm bore, a 60 mm stroke, a G1/8 port, and a CA pivot back cover. The exact drop-in replacement is the MBL32X60CA, which matches the original bore, stroke, output force, port size, and mounting accessories.
Two structural details define this legacy unit. First, the MAL body uses threaded front and back covers, whereas the modern MBL replacement features a riveted rolling-packed body for improved structural integrity. Second, because this specific SKU lacks the -S magnet suffix, it cannot accept a position sensor; if detection is needed on the new MBL, you must specify the -S option and use the current CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG switch family, as the older CS1-M and DS1-M sensors are obsolete.
Airtac MAL32 Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MAL32X60CA Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MAL32 Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MAL32X60CA |
|---|---|
| Series | MAL aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder (discontinued) |
| Replacement | MBL32X60CA |
| Bore size | Ø32 mm |
| Stroke | 60 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 MBL32X60CA 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 MBL32X60CA 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 MAL32X60CA
| MAL | Aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder, double acting (discontinued). |
|---|---|
| 32 | Bore size in mm (20/25/32/40). |
| ×60 | 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 MAL32X60CA Is Used
Textile Loom Guiding
Actuates yarn guide arms on weaving looms, where the 402 N push force at 0.5 MPa is sufficient to overcome friction, and the CA pivot absorbs the pivoting arc of the mechanism.
Bottling Line Diverter
Pushes glass bottles onto a secondary packaging conveyor, utilizing the 60 mm stroke and CA clevis mount to accommodate slight angular misalignment along the production line.
PCB Stacking Gate
Operates a small swing gate for sorting printed circuit boards, taking advantage of the compact 32 mm aluminum body to fit within tight electronics assembly machinery.
Replacing the Airtac MAL32 Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MAL32X60CA with MBL32X60CA
To replace the MAL32X60CA, order the MBL32X60CA, ensuring you keep the 32 mm bore, 60 mm stroke, G1/8 port, PT thread, and CA pivot back cover. The CA clevis mount allows the cylinder to swing on a pin, which is critical for accommodating arcing loads and lateral misalignment. If you need to step down, the 25 mm bore neighbor provides 245 N of push force at 0.5 MPa; if you need more power, stepping up to the 40 mm bore yields 628 N at 0.5 MPa and upgrades the port to G1/4.
This cylinder uses a fixed rubber bumper to soften end-of-stroke impacts, but it is not an adjustable cushion; if your application requires precise end-of-stroke deceleration, step up to the current MBLC line. Furthermore, a plain MBL does not hold its position or load when air pressure is lost—the rod will drift—so an external rod lock or pilot-operated check valve is required for fail-safe load holding. At 60 mm stroke, side-load risk is minimal, but the 12 mm carbon-steel rod still relies on the self-lubricating front-cover bearing guide to handle minor deflection.
Upgrade checklist
- ✓ Order the MBL32X60CA (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 MBL32X60CA instead of this discontinued model.
Airtac MAL32 Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MAL32X60CA FAQ
Yes, the MAL32X60CA is discontinued. The exact drop-in replacement is the MBL32X60CA, which offers the same 32 mm bore, 60 mm stroke, 402 N push force at 0.5 MPa, G1/8 port, and CA pivot mounting. You can install the MBL32X60CA without modifying your existing fixture.
The 32 mm bore provides 402 N push and 346 N pull at 0.5 MPa, 563 N push at 0.7 MPa, and a maximum theoretical force of 82 kgf at 1.0 MPa. Because this specific SKU lacks the -S suffix, it has no internal magnet and cannot accept a position sensor; if you need sensing on the replacement, specify an MBL32X60SCA and use CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG switches.
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