This model is discontinued
AirTAC has phased out the MAL series. The drop-in replacement is MBL32X60SCA — same bore, stroke, output force, port and mounting, so it fits the same application. Simply order the MBL32X60SCA 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 MAL32X60SCA
The AirTAC Airtac MAL32 Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MAL32X60SCA 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 MBL32X60SCA, which matches its bore, stroke, force and mounting.
- BoreØ32 mm
- Stroke60 mm
- Port sizeG1/8
- Acting typeDouble acting
- Rod threadM10×1.25
- StatusDiscontinued → MBL32X60SCA
About the Airtac MAL32 Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MAL32X60SCA
The AirTAC MAL32X60SCA is a discontinued double-acting aluminum mini round cylinder with a 32mm bore and 60mm stroke. It delivers 402N push and 346N pull force at 0.5MPa. The exact drop-in replacement is the MBL32X60SCA, which matches the original bore, stroke, G1/8 port, and CA pivot mounting for a seamless swap.
This legacy unit features a Ø12mm carbon-steel rod with 20μm hard chrome plating and a heterogeneous two-way grease-retaining seal. The CA back cover provides a pivot clevis for arcing loads, while the -S magnet enables position detection. Note the MAL uses threaded covers and older CS1-M/DS1-M sensors, whereas the MBL upgrade features a riveted body and CMSG/DMSG/EMSG switches.
Airtac MAL32 Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MAL32X60SCA Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MAL32 Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MAL32X60SCA |
|---|---|
| Series | MAL aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder (discontinued) |
| Replacement | MBL32X60SCA |
| 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 MBL32X60SCA 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 MBL32X60SCA 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 MAL32X60SCA
| 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 MAL32X60SCA Is Used
Textile Loom Doffing
Drives the doffing arm on a weaving loom, utilizing the 402N push force and CA pivot clevis to smoothly swing full bobbins out of the winding cradle.
Bottling Line Diverter
Pivots a routing gate on a high-speed bottle conveyor, where the 60mm stroke and self-lubricating bearing guide handle millions of rapid actuation cycles.
PCB Shuttle Pusher
Ejects populated printed circuit boards from a testing station, relying on the 346N pull force to retract the pusher clear of the delicate components.
Replacing the Airtac MAL32 Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MAL32X60SCA with MBL32X60SCA
To replace the MAL32X60SCA, order the MBL32X60SCA. Confirm the 60mm stroke, G1/8 port, PT thread, CA pivot back cover, and the -S magnet. Because this SKU uses the -S magnet, you must upgrade your sensors from the old CS1-M/DS1-M family to the CMSG/DMSG/EMSG switches used on the MBL. If you need to adjust force, stepping down to the 25mm bore yields 245N push at 0.5MPa, while stepping up to the 40mm bore provides 628N push. The MAL uses a fixed rubber bumper, so for adjustable cushioning, look at the current MBLC line. Remember, a plain cylinder drifts when air is lost, so use an external rod lock for position holding.
Upgrade checklist
- ✓ Order the MBL32X60SCA (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 MBL32X60SCA instead of this discontinued model.
Airtac MAL32 Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MAL32X60SCA FAQ
Yes, the MAL32X60SCA is discontinued. The exact drop-in replacement is the MBL32X60SCA, offering the same 32mm bore, 60mm stroke, G1/8 port, and CA pivot mounting. The MBL upgrades the body to a riveted rolling-packed design and requires CMSG/DMSG/EMSG sensors instead of the older CS1-M/DS1-M switches.
At 0.5MPa, the push force is 402N and the pull force is 346N. At 0.7MPa, the push force is 563N. The maximum theoretical force is 82kgf at 1.0MPa. It operates on filtered air at 0.1-1.0MPa with a speed range of 30-800mm/s.
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