This model is discontinued
AirTAC has phased out the MAL series. The drop-in replacement is MBL40X100-CA-H — same bore, stroke, output force, port and mounting, so it fits the same application. Simply order the MBL40X100-CA-H 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).
The AirTAC AirTAC MAL40X100-CA-H (Discontinued) -> MBL40X100-CA-H is a double-acting aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder with a Ø40mm bore and 100mm stroke, G1/4 air ports and a fixed rubber bumper. This model is discontinued — the drop-in replacement is the MBL40X100-CA-H, which matches its bore, stroke, force and mounting.
The AirTAC MAL40X100-CA-H is a discontinued double-acting aluminum mini round cylinder with a 40mm bore and 100mm stroke. It delivers 628N of push force and 528N of pull force at 0.5MPa, utilizing a G1/4 port and a Ø16mm carbon-steel rod with 20µm hard chrome plating. The exact drop-in replacement is the MBL40X100-CA-H, which matches the original force, stroke, port size, and CA pivot mounting.
This legacy SKU features a CA pivot back cover designed to swing on a pin for arcing loads, distinguishing it from rigid flat-end models. Because this configuration lacks the -S magnet code, it cannot accept a position sensor. The original MAL body used threaded front and back covers, whereas the modern MBL upgrade features a riveted rolling-packed body, and the fixed rubber bumper remains non-adjustable.
| Model | AirTAC MAL40X100-CA-H (Discontinued) -> MBL40X100-CA-H |
|---|---|
| Series | MAL aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder (discontinued) |
| Replacement | MBL40X100-CA-H |
| Bore size | Ø40 mm |
| Stroke | 100 mm |
| Acting type | Double acting |
| Port size | G1/4 |
| Rod thread | M12×1.25 |
| 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 MBL40X100-CA-H carries the same ratings. Confirm against the product label before installation. Thread options: PT / G / NPT.
| Pressure | Push force | Pull force |
|---|---|---|
| 0.5 MPa | 628 N | 528 N |
| 0.7 MPa | 880 N | — |
| Max (@1.0 MPa) | 128 kgf | |
The MBL40X100-CA-H 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.
| MAL | Aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder, double acting (discontinued). |
|---|---|
| 40 | Bore size in mm (20/25/32/40). |
| ×100 | 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.
Uses the 628N push force at 0.5MPa to knock stamped metal parts out of a progressive die, leveraging the CA pivot bracket to absorb slight angular misalignment on the ejection arm.
Drives a 100mm stroke swing arm on a packaging conveyor to redirect heavy cartons, where the G1/4 port provides sufficient flow for rapid 30-800mm/s actuation.
Extends a 40mm bore stopper blade on an assembly line pallet conveyor, providing 880N of push force at 0.7MPa to halt heavy pallets without requiring an ISO 15552 profile body.
To replace the MAL40X100-CA-H, order the MBL40X100-CA-H and verify your CA pivot pin bore, G1/4 PT thread, and M12x1.25 rod-end connection. If your machine requires end-of-stroke position sensing, you must upgrade to an MBL variant with the -S magnet, as this specific non-S legacy SKU cannot mount a CS1-M or DS1-M sensor. The current MBL-S switches use the CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG families. If your application needs precise end-of-stroke deceleration rather than a fixed rubber bumper, step up to the MBLC adjustable air-cushion model.
For sizing flexibility, stepping down to the 32mm bore neighbor drops the 0.5MPa push force to 402N, while no larger bore exists in this mini series. Keep in mind that a plain MAL or MBL cylinder does not hold its load when air pressure is lost; the rod will drift, so an external rod lock or pilot-operated check valve is required for suspended loads.
Upgrade checklist
Yes, the MAL40X100-CA-H is discontinued. The exact drop-in replacement is the MBL40X100-CA-H, which shares the same 40mm bore, 100mm stroke, G1/4 port, CA pivot mount, and 128kgf maximum force. The MBL upgrades the body to a riveted rolling-packed design instead of the older threaded covers.
The 40mm bore generates 628N push and 528N pull at 0.5MPa, 880N push at 0.7MPa, and a maximum theoretical force of 128kgf at 1.0MPa. Because this specific SKU lacks the -S magnet code, it cannot accept a position sensor; legacy -S versions used CS1-M or DS1-M switches, while the MBL replacement uses CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG sensors.
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