This model is discontinued
AirTAC has phased out the MAL series. The drop-in replacement is MBL32X90SU — same bore, stroke, output force, port and mounting, so it fits the same application. Simply order the MBL32X90SU 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 MAL32X90SU
The AirTAC Airtac MAL32 Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MAL32X90SU is a double-acting aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder with a Ø32mm bore and 90mm stroke, G1/8 air ports and a fixed rubber bumper. This model is discontinued — the drop-in replacement is the MBL32X90SU, which matches its bore, stroke, force and mounting.
- BoreØ32 mm
- Stroke90 mm
- Port sizeG1/8
- Acting typeDouble acting
- Rod threadM10×1.25
- StatusDiscontinued → MBL32X90SU
About the Airtac MAL32 Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MAL32X90SU
The AirTAC MAL32X90SU is a discontinued double-acting aluminum mini round cylinder with a 32mm bore and 90mm stroke. It delivers 402N of push force and 346N of pull force at 0.5MPa, utilizing a G1/8 port and an M10x1.25 rod-end thread. The exact drop-in replacement is the MBL32X90SU, which matches the original bore, stroke, output force, port size, and U flat-end back cover for a seamless swap.
This legacy SKU includes a built-in magnet (-S) for position sensing, which originally paired with CS1-M or DS1-M switches. When upgrading to the MBL series, you must migrate to the current CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG sensor family. The old MAL body relied on threaded front and back covers, whereas the modern MBL features a riveted rolling-packed body. Both generations use a fixed rubber bumper rather than an adjustable cushion, so if end-of-stroke energy absorption is critical, you should step up to the MBLC variant on the current line.
Airtac MAL32 Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MAL32X90SU Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MAL32 Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MAL32X90SU |
|---|---|
| Series | MAL aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder (discontinued) |
| Replacement | MBL32X90SU |
| Bore size | Ø32 mm |
| Stroke | 90 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 MBL32X90SU 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 MBL32X90SU 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 MAL32X90SU
| MAL | Aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder, double acting (discontinued). |
|---|---|
| 32 | Bore size in mm (20/25/32/40). |
| ×90 | 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 MAL32X90SU Is Used
PCB Shuttle Gating
Ideal for diverting populated PCB panels on a 90mm stroke SMT conveyor gate, providing 402N of push force at 0.5MPa to reliably overcome carrier friction.
Connector Insertion Press
Drives a low-profile pneumatic press seating M.2 connectors into motherboards, using the U flat-end cover to rigidly mount against a 32mm bore tooling head.
Carton Flap Folder
Folds small corrugated carton flaps at 90mm stroke in a compact packaging line, relying on the self-lubricating bearing guide to maintain smooth operation without external grease.
Replacing the Airtac MAL32 Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MAL32X90SU with MBL32X90SU
To replace the MAL32X90SU, order the MBL32X90SU and verify your 32mm bore, 90mm stroke, G1/8 port, and U flat-end back cover. Because this SKU includes the -S magnet, plan to upgrade your old CS1-M or DS1-M sensors to CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG switches. If you need to adjust your force output, stepping down to the 25mm bore yields 245N push at 0.5MPa, while stepping up to the 40mm bore provides 628N push at 0.5MPa. The 12mm carbon-steel rod with 20um hard chrome plating offers limited side-load tolerance, so keep the mount rigid. Note that the fixed rubber bumper is not a lock; a plain MBL will drift if air pressure drops, so add an external rod lock for suspended loads.
Upgrade checklist
- ✓ Order the MBL32X90SU (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 MBL32X90SU instead of this discontinued model.
Airtac MAL32 Aluminum Alloy Mini Air Cylinder MAL32X90SU FAQ
Yes, the MAL32X90SU is discontinued. The exact drop-in replacement is the MBL32X90SU, which matches the 32mm bore, 90mm stroke, G1/8 port, U flat-end cover, and output force. You simply order the MBL32X90SU as a direct swap.
The 32mm bore generates 402N push and 346N pull at 0.5MPa, 563N push at 0.7MPa, and a maximum theoretical force of 82kgf at 1.0MPa. Because this SKU has the -S magnet, it works with older CS1-M and DS1-M switches; the MBL replacement requires CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG sensors.
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