This model is discontinued
AirTAC has phased out the MAL series. The drop-in replacement is MBL40X100-CM-LB — same bore, stroke, output force, port and mounting, so it fits the same application. Simply order the MBL40X100-CM-LB 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-CM-LB (Discontinued) -> MBL40X100-CM-LB 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-CM-LB, which matches its bore, stroke, force and mounting.
The AirTAC MAL40X100-CM-LB is a discontinued double-acting aluminum mini round cylinder engineered for compact spaces. Delivering 628 N of push force and 528 N of pull force at 0.5 MPa, it utilizes a 16 mm carbon-steel rod with a 20 µm hard-chrome plating to resist wear. The exact drop-in replacement is the MBL40X100-CM-LB, matching the 40 mm bore, 100 mm stroke, G1/4 port, and LB mounting footprint exactly.
This legacy SKU features a CM round-end back cover paired with an LB foot mounting bracket, securing the body for rigid horizontal setups. The original MAL body uses threaded front and back covers, whereas the modern MBL replacement utilizes a riveted rolling-packed body for faster assembly. Because this specific configuration lacks a -S magnet, it cannot support position sensing; if detection is required, an MBL equivalent with an S option is necessary, which then uses the modern CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG switch family instead of the legacy CS1-M/DS1-M sensors.
| Model | AirTAC MAL40X100-CM-LB (Discontinued) -> MBL40X100-CM-LB |
|---|---|
| Series | MAL aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder (discontinued) |
| Replacement | MBL40X100-CM-LB |
| 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-CM-LB 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-CM-LB 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 628 N push force at 0.5 MPa to positively divert heavy pallets onto a side lane, with the LB foot mount absorbing the impact loads of the shifting cargo.
Drives a sliding machine safety door open and closed over the 100 mm stroke, where the CM round-end back cover allows slight angular self-alignment despite mounting variances.
Folds heavy corrugated cardboard flaps on a packaging line, relying on the 880 N push force available at 0.7 MPa to overcome stiff material resistance.
To replace the MAL40X100-CM-LB, order the MBL40X100-CM-LB, ensuring you keep the CM round-end back cover and LB foot bracket for your base mounting. Confirm the G1/4 port and M12x1.25 rod-end thread match your existing fittings. If you need to step down to a smaller bore, the 32 mm neighbor provides 402 N of push force at 0.5 MPa; stepping up is not an option as 40 mm is the largest standard MAL/MBL mini round size. This model uses a fixed rubber bumper, so if your application demands adjustable end-of-stroke cushioning, specify the MBLC variant on the current line. Furthermore, a plain cylinder does not hold its load when air is lost, so add an external rod lock or pilot-operated check valve if gravity or drift is a concern. Since this unit lacks the -S magnet, it cannot accept a position sensor.
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Yes, the MAL40X100-CM-LB is discontinued. The exact drop-in replacement is the MBL40X100-CM-LB. It offers the same 40 mm bore, 100 mm stroke, 628 N push force, G1/4 port, and LB foot mounting. The main upgrade is that the MBL uses a riveted rolling-packed body instead of the older threaded covers.
At 0.5 MPa, the push force is 628 N and the pull force is 528 N. At 0.7 MPa, the push force is 880 N, with a maximum theoretical force of 128 kgf at 1.0 MPa. Because this specific SKU does not include a -S magnet, it cannot accept a position sensor; the legacy -S versions used CS1-M/DS1-M switches, while modern MBL replacements use CMSG/DMSG/EMSG sensors.
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