This model is discontinued
AirTAC has phased out the MAL series. The drop-in replacement is MBL40X100SCMLB — same bore, stroke, output force, port and mounting, so it fits the same application. Simply order the MBL40X100SCMLB 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 MAL40X100SCMLB (Discontinued) -> MBL40X100SCMLB 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 MBL40X100SCMLB, which matches its bore, stroke, force and mounting.
The AirTAC MAL40X100SCMLB is a discontinued double-acting aluminum mini round cylinder. It delivers 628 N of push force and 528 N of pull force at 0.5 MPa, utilizing a 16 mm carbon-steel rod with 20 um hard chrome plating guided by a self-lubricating bearing. The exact drop-in replacement is the MBL40X100SCMLB, matching the 40 mm bore, 100 mm stroke, G1/4 port, LB foot mount, and CM round-end back cover.
This legacy SKU includes a -S magnet for position sensing. The original MAL works with older CS1-M or DS1-M switches, but the MBL replacement requires the modern CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG sensor families. The MAL features threaded front and back covers, whereas the upgraded MBL uses a riveted rolling-packed body for equally robust performance.
| Model | AirTAC MAL40X100SCMLB (Discontinued) -> MBL40X100SCMLB |
|---|---|
| Series | MAL aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder (discontinued) |
| Replacement | MBL40X100SCMLB |
| 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 MBL40X100SCMLB 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 MBL40X100SCMLB 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 reliably fold heavy corrugated cardboard flaps on packaging lines prior to sealing.
Uses the 100 mm stroke to knock small stamped metal parts out of a die, with the CM round-end allowing slight pivot misalignment.
Pushes lightweight product diverters or routing gates on conveyor systems where the LB foot mount provides a stable rigid base.
To replace the MAL40X100SCMLB, order the MBL40X100SCMLB. Confirm your 40 mm bore, 100 mm stroke, G1/4 port, and PT tapered thread are correct. This SKU specifies a CM round-end back cover and an LB foot mounting bracket, which must be carried over to the new MBL order. Because this model includes the -S magnet, you must also upgrade your sensors from the legacy CS1-M / DS1-M to the current CMSG / DMSG / EMSG switches.
For sizing, the 40 mm bore provides 628 N push at 0.5 MPa. If you need less force, step down to the 32 mm bore (402 N push). If you need more force, 40 mm is the largest available mini round size in this family. The MAL uses a fixed rubber bumper, not an adjustable cushion; if end-of-stroke impact is an issue, step up to the MBLC variant on the current line. Remember that a plain cylinder does not hold a load when air is lost, so add an external rod lock for vertical holding. At 100 mm stroke, side-load tolerance is moderate due to the 16 mm rod, so ensure the LB foot mount is aligned precisely.
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Yes, the MAL series is discontinued. The exact drop-in replacement is the MBL40X100SCMLB. It matches the 40 mm bore, 100 mm stroke, 628 N force, G1/4 port, and LB foot mount. The MBL uses a riveted body instead of threaded covers, and if you use the -S magnet, you must upgrade from CS1-M / DS1-M to CMSG / DMSG / EMSG sensors.
At 0.5 MPa, the 40 mm bore provides 628 N of push force and 528 N of pull force. At 0.7 MPa, push force is 880 N. The maximum theoretical force is 128 kgf at 1.0 MPa.
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