This model is discontinued
AirTAC has phased out the MAL series. The drop-in replacement is MBL32X60CM — same bore, stroke, output force, port and mounting, so it fits the same application. Simply order the MBL32X60CM 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 MAL32X60CM
The AirTAC Airtac MAL32 Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MAL32X60CM 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 MBL32X60CM, which matches its bore, stroke, force and mounting.
- BoreØ32 mm
- Stroke60 mm
- Port sizeG1/8
- Acting typeDouble acting
- Rod threadM10×1.25
- StatusDiscontinued → MBL32X60CM
About the Airtac MAL32 Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MAL32X60CM
The AirTAC MAL32X60CM is a discontinued double-acting aluminum mini round cylinder with a 32mm bore and 60mm stroke, delivering 402N of push force at 0.5MPa. It features a CM round-end back cover and a G1/8 port. AirTAC replaced this legacy unit with the MBL32X60CM, a drop-in alternative that preserves the exact bore, stroke, output force, port size, and mounting interface.
Unlike the MAL which uses threaded front and back covers, the modern MBL features a riveted rolling-packed body for enhanced structural integrity. This specific legacy SKU lacks a built-in magnet, meaning it cannot support position sensing without mechanical modification. The piston relies on a heterogeneous two-way seal that retains grease, paired with a self-lubricating front-cover bearing guide to minimize friction across its 30-800mm/s operating speed.
Airtac MAL32 Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MAL32X60CM Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MAL32 Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MAL32X60CM |
|---|---|
| Series | MAL aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder (discontinued) |
| Replacement | MBL32X60CM |
| 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 MBL32X60CM 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 MBL32X60CM 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 MAL32X60CM
| 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 MAL32X60CM Is Used
PCB Router Z-Axis
Drives the spindle plunge on a depaneling router, using the 402N thrust at 0.5MPa to cleanly cut FR4 fiberglass substrates without stressing the 12mm rod.
Carton Flap Folder
Folds minor flaps on a packaging line where the 60mm stroke provides just enough travel, while the CM round-end accommodates slight mechanical misalignment.
Diagnostic Cartridge Ejector
Pushes completed microfluidic cassettes out of a test bay, relying on the fixed rubber bumper to soften the ejection impact and prevent cracking.
Replacing the Airtac MAL32 Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MAL32X60CM with MBL32X60CM
To replace the MAL32X60CM, order the MBL32X60CM and verify your 32mm bore, 60mm stroke, G1/8 port, and CM round-end back cover. Because this SKU has no -S suffix, it cannot accept a sensor; if your machine requires position feedback, step up to an MBL32X60SCM and upgrade to the current CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG switches, as the older CS1-M and DS1-M sensors are obsolete. The bore is fixed at 32mm (rod Ø12mm, M10x1.25 thread), but if you need to adjust force, the 25mm neighbor offers 245N push at 0.5MPa, while the 40mm neighbor provides 628N.
This model relies on a fixed rubber bumper, so for high kinetic energy loads consider the current MBLC which adds an adjustable air cushion. A plain cylinder does not hold its load when air is lost, so fit an external rod lock or pilot-operated check valve for safety. At 60mm stroke, side-load risk is low, but always ensure the CM round-end pivot is aligned to prevent rod binding.
Upgrade checklist
- ✓ Order the MBL32X60CM (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 MBL32X60CM instead of this discontinued model.
Airtac MAL32 Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MAL32X60CM FAQ
Yes, the MAL32X60CM is discontinued. The exact drop-in replacement is the MBL32X60CM. It matches the 32mm bore, 60mm stroke, G1/8 port, and CM round-end back cover. The main upgrade is the body construction: the MAL uses threaded covers, while the MBL uses a riveted rolling-packed body.
At 0.5MPa it provides 402N of push force and 346N of pull force, reaching 563N push at 0.7MPa, with a theoretical maximum of 82kgf at 1.0MPa. This specific SKU lacks the -S magnet, so it cannot accept a CS1-M or DS1-M position sensor; adding sensing requires switching to an MBL32X60SCM and using CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG switches.
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