This model is discontinued
AirTAC has phased out the MAL series. The drop-in replacement is MBL32X700-U — same bore, stroke, output force, port and mounting, so it fits the same application. Simply order the MBL32X700-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-U
The AirTAC Airtac MAL32 Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MAL32X700-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-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-U
About the Airtac MAL32 Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MAL32X700-U
The AirTAC MAL32X700-U is a discontinued double-acting aluminum mini round cylinder with a 32mm bore and a 700mm stroke. Because 700mm exceeds the 500mm standard limit, this is a non-standard, made-to-order stroke. It delivers 402N of push force and 346N of pull force at 0.5 MPa. The exact drop-in replacement is the MBL32X700-U, which matches the bore, stroke, output force, G1/8 port, and mounting footprint exactly.
This specific SKU features a U flat-end back cover for rigid rear mounting and lacks a built-in magnet, meaning it cannot accept a position sensor. The legacy MAL body uses threaded front and back covers on the barrel, whereas the modern MBL replacement features a riveted rolling-packed body for enhanced structural integrity. Both utilize a fixed rubber bumper for end-of-stroke damping and a carbon-steel rod with 20um hard chrome plating.
Airtac MAL32 Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MAL32X700-U Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MAL32 Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MAL32X700-U |
|---|---|
| Series | MAL aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder (discontinued) |
| Replacement | MBL32X700-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-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-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-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-U Is Used
PCB Conveyor Gating
Handles the 402N push force required to actuate a 700mm travel gating flap on a PCB conveyor, ensuring rigid stopping with its U flat-end rear cover.
Carton Push-off Arm
Executes a long 700mm sweep to push corrugated cartons from a continuous packaging belt, relying on the self-lubricating bearing guide to prevent rod bind.
Textile Beam Indexing
Shifts heavy textile warp beams into staging cradles using the 346N pull force, with the 700mm stroke allowing wide clearances for large diameter rolls.
Replacing the Airtac MAL32 Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MAL32X700-U with MBL32X700-U
To replace the MAL32X700-U, order the MBL32X700-U. Confirm the 32mm bore, 700mm non-standard stroke, PT thread, and the U flat-end back cover. Since this SKU lacks the -S magnet, it cannot support a sensor; if position detection is needed, move to an MBL32X700S-U and note that the MBL uses the current CMSG/DMSG/EMSG switches rather than the older CS1-M/DS1-M family. If your application needs adjustable air cushioning instead of the fixed rubber bumper, step up to the MBLC32 series.
For sizing flexibility, stepping down to the 25mm bore yields 245N push at 0.5 MPa, while stepping up to the 40mm bore provides 628N push. Because this is a 700mm stroke, the 12mm rod has low side-load tolerance; you must use an external guide rail or a pivot mount to prevent rod bending. A plain cylinder does not hold its load when air is lost, so add an external rod lock or pilot-operated check valve if drift is unacceptable.
Upgrade checklist
- ✓ Order the MBL32X700-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-U instead of this discontinued model.
Airtac MAL32 Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MAL32X700-U FAQ
Yes, the MAL32X700-U is discontinued. The exact drop-in replacement is the MBL32X700-U, which shares the same 32mm bore, 700mm stroke, G1/8 port, and U flat-end mounting. The main upgrade is that the MBL uses a riveted rolling-packed body instead of the older threaded covers.
This 32mm bore cylinder uses a G1/8 port and a 12mm carbon-steel rod with an M10x1.25 thread. It delivers 402N push and 346N pull at 0.5 MPa, 563N push at 0.7 MPa, and a maximum theoretical force of 82 kgf at 1.0 MPa. It operates at 30-800 mm/s and uses a fixed rubber bumper.
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