This model is discontinued
AirTAC has phased out the MAL series. The drop-in replacement is MBL32X65U — same bore, stroke, output force, port and mounting, so it fits the same application. Simply order the MBL32X65U 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 MAL32X65U
The AirTAC Airtac MAL32 Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MAL32X65U is a double-acting aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder with a Ø32mm bore and 65mm stroke, G1/8 air ports and a fixed rubber bumper. This model is discontinued — the drop-in replacement is the MBL32X65U, which matches its bore, stroke, force and mounting.
- BoreØ32 mm
- Stroke65 mm
- Port sizeG1/8
- Acting typeDouble acting
- Rod threadM10×1.25
- StatusDiscontinued → MBL32X65U
About the Airtac MAL32 Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MAL32X65U
The AirTAC MAL32X65U is a discontinued double-acting aluminum mini round cylinder featuring a 32 mm bore and a 65 mm stroke. It delivers 402 N of push force and 346 N of pull force at 0.5 MPa. The exact drop-in replacement is the MBL32X65U, which matches the original bore, stroke, output force, G1/8 port, and flat-end rear cover for a seamless retrofit.
This legacy unit features a carbon-steel rod with 20 um hard-chrome plating and a heterogeneous two-way seal that retains grease for long service life. Because this specific SKU lacks the -S magnet option, it cannot accept a position sensor. The original MAL body uses threaded front and back covers, whereas the modern MBL replacement utilizes a riveted rolling-packed body for equally robust performance.
Airtac MAL32 Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MAL32X65U Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MAL32 Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MAL32X65U |
|---|---|
| Series | MAL aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder (discontinued) |
| Replacement | MBL32X65U |
| Bore size | Ø32 mm |
| Stroke | 65 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 MBL32X65U 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 MBL32X65U 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 MAL32X65U
| MAL | Aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder, double acting (discontinued). |
|---|---|
| 32 | Bore size in mm (20/25/32/40). |
| ×65 | 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 MAL32X65U Is Used
Pouch Sealing Jaws
Actuates the sealing jaws on a vertical form-fill-seal machine, using the 402 N push force at 0.5 MPa to close and heat-seal food packaging pouches.
PCB Router Clamping
Secures printed circuit board panels during a depaneling router process, where the 65 mm stroke provides just enough travel to clear the spindle.
Carton Flap Folder
Folds the minor flaps on a small corrugated shipping carton prior to tape sealing, relying on the rigid U flat-end back cover to brace against the frame.
Replacing the Airtac MAL32 Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MAL32X65U with MBL32X65U
To replace the MAL32X65U, order the MBL32X65U. Confirm the 32 mm bore, 65 mm stroke, G1/8 port, PT thread form, and the U flat-end back cover are correct for your mounting layout. Since this SKU has no -S magnet, it cannot support a sensor; if you need position detection, step up to an MBL32X65US and note that the modern MBL uses CMSG / DMSG / EMSG switches instead of the older CS1-M / DS1-M family.
If you need to adjust the force, stepping down to a 25 mm bore yields 245 N push at 0.5 MPa, while stepping up to a 40 mm bore provides 628 N push at 0.5 MPa. The MAL uses a fixed rubber bumper, so if your application requires adjustable end-of-stroke cushioning, migrate to the MBLC variant on the current line. Remember that a plain cylinder does not hold position when air is lost; add an external rod lock for vertical loads.
Upgrade checklist
- ✓ Order the MBL32X65U (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 MBL32X65U instead of this discontinued model.
Airtac MAL32 Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MAL32X65U FAQ
Yes, the MAL32X65U is discontinued. The exact drop-in replacement is the MBL32X65U, which offers the same 32 mm bore, 65 mm stroke, G1/8 port, and U flat-end back cover. The MBL features a riveted rolling-packed body instead of the older threaded covers, but maintains identical output force and mounting dimensions.
At 0.5 MPa, the 32 mm bore provides 402 N of push force and 346 N of pull force. At 0.7 MPa, the push force increases to 563 N. The maximum theoretical force is 82 kgf at 1.0 MPa. Note that this specific SKU lacks a magnet, so it cannot accept position sensors.
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