This model is discontinued
AirTAC has phased out the MAL series. The drop-in replacement is MBL32X80SCMLB — same bore, stroke, output force, port and mounting, so it fits the same application. Simply order the MBL32X80SCMLB 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 MAL32X80SCMLB
The AirTAC Airtac MAL32 Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MAL32X80SCMLB is a double-acting aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder with a Ø32mm bore and 80mm stroke, G1/8 air ports and a fixed rubber bumper. This model is discontinued — the drop-in replacement is the MBL32X80SCMLB, which matches its bore, stroke, force and mounting.
- BoreØ32 mm
- Stroke80 mm
- Port sizeG1/8
- Acting typeDouble acting
- Rod threadM10×1.25
- StatusDiscontinued → MBL32X80SCMLB
About the Airtac MAL32 Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MAL32X80SCMLB
The AirTAC MAL32X80SCMLB is a discontinued double-acting aluminum mini round cylinder with a 32 mm bore and 80 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 MBL32X80SCMLB, which matches the original bore, stroke, output force, G1/8 port, and LB foot mounting. This SKU includes a built-in magnet (-S) for position sensing and features a CM round-end back cover paired with an LB foot bracket.
This legacy MAL unit relies on threaded front and back covers, whereas the modern MBL replacement utilizes a riveted rolling-packed body for structural rigidity. Because this cylinder carries the -S magnet code, it originally functioned with CS1-M or DS1-M reed switches; upgrading to the MBL means transitioning to the current CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG sensor families. Internally, the piston uses a heterogeneous two-way seal that retains grease, and the carbon-steel rod features a 20 um hard-chrome plating to resist wear.
Airtac MAL32 Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MAL32X80SCMLB Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MAL32 Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MAL32X80SCMLB |
|---|---|
| Series | MAL aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder (discontinued) |
| Replacement | MBL32X80SCMLB |
| Bore size | Ø32 mm |
| Stroke | 80 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 MBL32X80SCMLB 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 MBL32X80SCMLB 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 MAL32X80SCMLB
| MAL | Aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder, double acting (discontinued). |
|---|---|
| 32 | Bore size in mm (20/25/32/40). |
| ×80 | 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 MAL32X80SCMLB Is Used
PCB Depaneling Router
Provides 402 N of push force at 0.5 MPa to securely clamp populated circuit boards during the routing and depaneling process, preventing vibration.
Carton Flap Folder
Uses the 80 mm stroke and LB foot mount to actuate a mechanical arm that tucks minor flaps on small packaging lines running at high speeds.
Connector Insertion Press
Applies 346 N of pull force to seat rectangular industrial connectors into housing blocks without damaging delicate plastic retaining clips.
Replacing the Airtac MAL32 Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MAL32X80SCMLB with MBL32X80SCMLB
To replace the MAL32X80SCMLB, order the MBL32X80SCMLB. Confirm the 32 mm bore, 80 mm stroke, PT tapered port thread, CM round-end back cover, and LB foot mounting accessory are correct for your fixture. If your application requires adjustable end-of-stroke cushioning rather than the fixed rubber bumper found on this MAL, step up to the MBLC32X80 variant on the current line. Note that a plain cylinder does not hold its position if air pressure drops; install an external rod lock or pilot-operated check valve if gravity or load drift poses a risk.
When sizing this actuator, verify if 402 N of push force at 0.5 MPa is sufficient. If you need less force, stepping down to the 25 mm bore yields 245 N of push force. If your fixture requires more power, stepping up to the 40 mm bore provides 628 N of push force at 0.5 MPa. The 80 mm stroke is well below the 300 mm threshold, so rod bending is minimal, but the 12 mm rod still demands careful alignment to avoid premature seal wear.
Upgrade checklist
- ✓ Order the MBL32X80SCMLB (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 MBL32X80SCMLB instead of this discontinued model.
Airtac MAL32 Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MAL32X80SCMLB FAQ
Yes, the MAL series is end-of-life. The exact drop-in replacement is the MBL32X80SCMLB. It offers the same 32 mm bore, 80 mm stroke, G1/8 port, and LB foot mount. The modern MBL uses a riveted body instead of threaded covers, and if you use the -S magnet, you must upgrade from the old CS1-M/DS1-M switches to the CMSG/DMSG/EMSG sensor family.
At 0.5 MPa, the 32 mm bore delivers 402 N of push force and 346 N of pull force. At 0.7 MPa, the push force increases to 563 N, with a theoretical maximum of 82 kgf at 1.0 MPa. It operates on filtered air at 0.1-1.0 MPa, runs at 30-800 mm/s, and uses a fixed rubber bumper rather than an adjustable cushion.
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