This model is discontinued
AirTAC has phased out the MAL series. The drop-in replacement is MBL40X1000-S-CM — same bore, stroke, output force, port and mounting, so it fits the same application. Simply order the MBL40X1000-S-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-S-CM (Discontinued) -> MBL40X1000-S-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-S-CM, which matches its bore, stroke, force and mounting.
The AirTAC MAL40X1000-S-CM is a discontinued double-acting aluminum mini round cylinder built for a 40mm bore and a 1000mm made-to-order stroke. It delivers 628N push and 528N pull at 0.5MPa, utilizing a Ø16mm carbon-steel rod with 20µm hard chrome plating. The exact drop-in replacement is the MBL40X1000-S-CM, which matches the bore, stroke, 128kgf max force, G1/4 port, and CM round-end back cover perfectly.
This legacy unit features a -S magnet compatible with older CS1-M / DS1-M switches, whereas the current MBL replacement utilizes CMSG / DMSG / EMSG sensors. The original MAL body uses threaded front and back covers, while the upgraded MBL employs a riveted rolling-packed body. Both share a fixed rubber bumper, meaning the rod drifts when air is lost and cannot hold a load.
| Model | AirTAC MAL40X1000-S-CM (Discontinued) -> MBL40X1000-S-CM |
|---|---|
| Series | MAL aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder (discontinued) |
| Replacement | MBL40X1000-S-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-S-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-S-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.
Guides fabric edges across wide weaving looms, utilizing the 628N push force and 1000mm travel to maintain tension without requiring bulky ISO 15552 profile bodies.
Transfers heavy pallets between parallel roller conveyors, where the 880N push at 0.7MPa and G1/4 porting provide high flow and thrust for moving substantial loads.
Actuates a heavy loading dock cage door, relying on the CM round-end back cover to pivot smoothly and absorb lateral stress during the 1000mm vertical lift.
To replace the MAL40X1000-S-CM, order the MBL40X1000-S-CM. Verify your 40mm bore, 1000mm non-standard stroke, G1/4 port, and PT thread form. Because this SKU includes the -S magnet, you must upgrade your sensors from the legacy CS1-M / DS1-M family to the current CMSG / DMSG / EMSG series. The CM round-end back cover requires a matching clevis to accommodate arcing movements.
If you need to adjust the bore, the next size down is the 32mm bore (402N push at 0.5MPa), and the next size up in the mini round family is the 50mm bore. For a 1000mm stroke, the 16mm rod is highly susceptible to bending under side-loads; use an external guide rail, a pivot mount, or a double-rod MBLD cylinder to prevent premature wear. If end-of-stroke cushioning is insufficient, step up to the MBLC variant for an adjustable air cushion, and install an external rod lock if the load must be held vertically when air pressure drops.
Upgrade checklist
Yes, the MAL40X1000-S-CM is discontinued. The exact drop-in replacement is the MBL40X1000-S-CM, which matches the 40mm bore, 1000mm stroke, G1/4 port, and CM mounting. You simply order the MBL equivalent for identical performance.
At 0.5MPa it provides 628N push and 528N pull, 880N push at 0.7MPa, and a maximum theoretical force of 128kgf at 1.0MPa. Because this SKU has a -S magnet, it works with older CS1-M / DS1-M switches, but the MBL replacement requires CMSG / DMSG / EMSG sensors.
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