This model is discontinued
AirTAC has phased out the MAL series. The drop-in replacement is MBL40X1000-CM — same bore, stroke, output force, port and mounting, so it fits the same application. Simply order the MBL40X1000-CM 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 MAL40X1000-CM (Discontinued) -> MBL40X1000-CM is a double-acting aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder with a Ø40mm bore and 1000mm stroke, G1/4 air ports and a fixed rubber bumper. This model is discontinued — the drop-in replacement is the MBL40X1000-CM, which matches its bore, stroke, force and mounting.
The AirTAC MAL40X1000-CM is a discontinued double-acting aluminum mini round cylinder featuring a 40mm bore and a 1000mm made-to-order stroke. It delivers 628N of push force and 528N of pull force at 0.5 MPa. Because this stroke exceeds the 500mm standard limit, it was produced as a non-standard special order. The exact drop-in replacement is the MBL40X1000-CM, which matches the bore, stroke, force, G1/4 port and CM round-end mounting exactly.
This legacy model uses a carbon-steel rod with 20um hard-chrome plating and a self-lubricating front-cover bearing guide. The original MAL body uses threaded front and back covers, whereas the current MBL replacement features a riveted rolling-packed body for enhanced structural integrity. This specific SKU lacks a -S magnet, meaning it cannot accept a position sensor. Finally, the MAL relies on a fixed rubber bumper to soften end-of-stroke impacts; if your application requires adjustable air cushioning, you must step up to the current MBLC line.
| Model | AirTAC MAL40X1000-CM (Discontinued) -> MBL40X1000-CM |
|---|---|
| Series | MAL aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder (discontinued) |
| Replacement | MBL40X1000-CM |
| Bore size | Ø40 mm |
| Stroke | 1000 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 MBL40X1000-CM 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 MBL40X1000-CM 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). |
| ×1000 | 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 1000mm stroke and 628N push force to deflect heavy packaged goods off a main conveyor belt into a sorting lane over an extended distance.
Deploys the full meter-long extension and CM round-end pivot to push raw bar stock into the spindle collet, accommodating long stock lengths.
Reaches deep into tall storage racks to extract tote bins, relying on the 880N push force at 0.7 MPa to overcome sliding friction on loaded containers.
To replace the MAL40X1000-CM, order the MBL40X1000-CM. Verify that your plumbing matches the G1/4 port and the PT tapered thread form. The CM round-end back cover is designed for articulating rod-end attachments, which is critical for managing the severe side-load risks inherent to a 1000mm stroke. Because the rod is only 16mm in diameter, a stroke of this length will experience bending moments; you must use an external guide rail or a pivot knuckle to prevent premature seal failure. If you need to adjust sizing, stepping down to the 32mm bore yields 402N push at 0.5 MPa, while no larger mini-round bore exists in this family. Remember that a plain cylinder does not hold its position when air is lost—the rod drifts—so add an external rod lock or pilot-operated check valve if load holding is required.
Upgrade checklist
Yes, the MAL40X1000-CM is discontinued. The exact drop-in replacement is the MBL40X1000-CM, which shares the same 40mm bore, 1000mm stroke, 628N push force at 0.5 MPa, G1/4 port, and CM round-end back cover. You must order the MBL equivalent.
At 0.5 MPa, the push force is 628N and the pull force is 528N. At 0.7 MPa, the push force is 880N. The maximum theoretical force is 128 kgf at 1.0 MPa. It operates at 0.1-1.0 MPa, runs at 30-800 mm/s, uses a G1/4 port with an M12x1.25 rod-end thread, and the 1000mm stroke is a non-standard made-to-order length.
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