This model is discontinued
AirTAC has phased out the MAL series. The drop-in replacement is MBL40X100SCMH — same bore, stroke, output force, port and mounting, so it fits the same application. Simply order the MBL40X100SCMH 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 MAL40X100SCMH (Discontinued) -> MBL40X100SCMH 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 MBL40X100SCMH, which matches its bore, stroke, force and mounting.
The AirTAC MAL40X100SCMH is a discontinued double-acting aluminum mini round cylinder engineered for compact actuation. Delivering 628 N of push force at 0.5 MPa and 880 N at 0.7 MPa, it features a 40 mm bore, 100 mm stroke, and a G1/4 port. This specific configuration includes a built-in -S magnet and a CM round-end back cover. AirTAC replaced this legacy unit with the MBL40X100SCMH, a drop-in alternative that maintains the exact same bore, stroke, output force, port size, and mounting interface.
When upgrading to the MBL40X100SCMH, note two critical engineering changes. First, the original MAL relied on threaded front and back covers, whereas the current MBL utilizes a riveted rolling-packed body for enhanced structural integrity. Second, because your SKU has the -S magnet, your older CS1-M or DS1-M reed switches must be replaced; the MBL utilizes the modern CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG sensor family. Both generations use a fixed rubber bumper and a self-lubricating front-cover bearing guide, but if your application demands adjustable end-of-stroke cushioning, you must step up to the MBLC variant.
| Model | AirTAC MAL40X100SCMH (Discontinued) -> MBL40X100SCMH |
|---|---|
| Series | MAL aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder (discontinued) |
| Replacement | MBL40X100SCMH |
| 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 MBL40X100SCMH 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 MBL40X100SCMH 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.
Provides 628 N of push at 0.5 MPa to knock out small plastic parts from injection molds, fitting easily into tight mold footprints.
Shifts 40 mm wide packaging pallets onto a secondary conveyor line using the 100 mm stroke and 880 N force at 0.7 MPa.
Holds delicate printed circuit boards against a test fixture with precise 100 mm travel, utilizing the CM round-end to accommodate minor misalignment.
To replace the MAL40X100SCMH, order the MBL40X100SCMH, ensuring you retain the PT thread, CM round-end back cover, and S magnet configuration. Because the -S magnet is present, plan to swap your legacy CS1-M or DS1-M sensors for CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG switches to fit the MBL's dovetail groove. If your 880 N push at 0.7 MPa is excessive, step down to the 32 mm bore (402 N push at 0.5 MPa); if you need more power, this 40 mm bore is the largest available in the mini round series. Remember that a plain cylinder does not hold a load when air is lost—the rod will drift. For 100 mm of travel, side-load tolerance is moderate, but the CM round-end allows slight angular pivot to protect the 16 mm carbon-steel rod from bending.
Upgrade checklist
Yes, the MAL40X100SCMH is discontinued. The exact drop-in replacement is the MBL40X100SCMH, which matches the 40 mm bore, 100 mm stroke, G1/4 port, and CM round-end. You must upgrade your -S magnet sensors from the old CS1-M/DS1-M to the CMSG/DMSG/EMSG family.
At 0.5 MPa, the 40 mm bore delivers 628 N push and 528 N pull. At 0.7 MPa, it pushes 880 N. The maximum theoretical force is 128 kgf at 1.0 MPa.
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