This model is discontinued
AirTAC has phased out the MAL series. The drop-in replacement is MBL32X700-S-U — same bore, stroke, output force, port and mounting, so it fits the same application. Simply order the MBL32X700-S-U 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 MAL32X700-S-U
The AirTAC Airtac MAL32 Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MAL32X700-S-U is a double-acting aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder with a Ø32mm bore and 700mm stroke, G1/8 air ports and a fixed rubber bumper. This model is discontinued — the drop-in replacement is the MBL32X700-S-U, which matches its bore, stroke, force and mounting.
- BoreØ32 mm
- Stroke700 mm
- Port sizeG1/8
- Acting typeDouble acting
- Rod threadM10×1.25
- StatusDiscontinued → MBL32X700-S-U
About the Airtac MAL32 Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MAL32X700-S-U
The AirTAC MAL32X700-S-U is a discontinued double-acting aluminum mini round cylinder with a 32mm bore and a 700mm stroke. Because 700mm exceeds the 500mm standard maximum, this unit was a made-to-order configuration. It delivers a 402N push and 346N pull at 0.5 MPa, utilizing a G1/8 port and a Ø12mm carbon-steel rod with 20μm hard-chrome plating. The exact drop-in replacement is the MBL32X700-S-U, matching the bore, stroke, output force, port size, and U flat-end back cover.
This SKU includes a built-in magnet (-S) for position detection; on the legacy MAL it pairs with older CS1-M or DS1-M switches, whereas the MBL replacement uses the current CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG sensor family. A key structural upgrade is the body assembly: the MAL uses threaded front and back covers, while the MBL features a riveted rolling-packed body. Both designs rely on a fixed rubber bumper to soften end-of-stroke impact, which is not an adjustable cushion—if you need adjustable air cushioning, step up to the MBLC variant on the current line.
Airtac MAL32 Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MAL32X700-S-U Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MAL32 Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MAL32X700-S-U |
|---|---|
| Series | MAL aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder (discontinued) |
| Replacement | MBL32X700-S-U |
| Bore size | Ø32 mm |
| Stroke | 700 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 MBL32X700-S-U 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 MBL32X700-S-U 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 MAL32X700-S-U
| MAL | Aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder, double acting (discontinued). |
|---|---|
| 32 | Bore size in mm (20/25/32/40). |
| ×700 | 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 MAL32X700-S-U Is Used
PCB Shuttle Conveyor Gate
Actuates a diverter gate on a shuttle conveyor routing printed circuit boards between SMT lines, using the 402N push force at 0.5 MPa to positively shift the guide lane over the 700mm travel.
Carton Flap Plow Folder
Drives a plow blade to fold minor carton flaps on a continuous packaging machine, where the 700mm stroke reaches across the wide web and the U flat-end cover mounts rigidly to the frame.
Textile Beam Indexer
Pushes a warp beam indexer carriage into the loading cradle of a weaving machine, requiring the full 700mm extension and the -S magnet to trigger a DS1-M switch for slow-down positioning.
Replacing the Airtac MAL32 Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MAL32X700-S-U with MBL32X700-S-U
To replace the MAL32X700-S-U, order the MBL32X700-S-U. Confirm your 32mm bore, 700mm non-standard stroke, G1/8 port, PT tapered thread, U flat-end back cover, and the -S magnet requirement. When sizing, note the neighbouring bores: stepping down to a 25mm bore yields 245N push at 0.5 MPa, while stepping up to a 40mm bore provides 628N push at 0.5 MPa. Because this 700mm stroke far exceeds the 300mm threshold, the thin 12mm rod is highly susceptible to bending under side-loads; you must use an external guide rail, a pivot mounting accessory, or consider a double-rod MBLD to prevent premature seal failure. Finally, a plain MBL cannot hold a load if air pressure drops—the bumper only cushions impact, so add an external rod lock or pilot-operated check valve for suspended loads.
Upgrade checklist
- ✓ Order the MBL32X700-S-U (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 MBL32X700-S-U instead of this discontinued model.
Airtac MAL32 Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MAL32X700-S-U FAQ
Yes, the MAL32X700-S-U is discontinued. The exact drop-in replacement is the MBL32X700-S-U, which matches the 32mm bore, 700mm stroke, 402N push force, G1/8 port, and U flat-end back cover. The MBL uses a riveted rolling-packed body instead of threaded covers, and its -S magnet works with current CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG switches rather than the older CS1-M or DS1-M sensors.
At 0.5 MPa, the push force is 402N and the pull force is 346N. At 0.7 MPa, the push force is 563N. The maximum theoretical force is 82kgf at 1.0 MPa. The cylinder uses a fixed rubber bumper for end-of-stroke impact absorption; it does not have an adjustable air cushion. If adjustable cushioning is required for this long 700mm stroke, use the MBLC variant.
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