This model is discontinued
AirTAC has phased out the MAL series. The drop-in replacement is MBL40X105CAH — same bore, stroke, output force, port and mounting, so it fits the same application. Simply order the MBL40X105CAH 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 MAL40X105CAH (Discontinued) -> MBL40X105CAH is a double-acting aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder with a Ø40mm bore and 105mm stroke, G1/4 air ports and a fixed rubber bumper. This model is discontinued — the drop-in replacement is the MBL40X105CAH, which matches its bore, stroke, force and mounting.
The AirTAC MAL40X105CAH is a discontinued double-acting aluminum mini round cylinder with a 40mm bore and 105mm stroke. It delivers 628N push and 528N pull at 0.5MPa, using a G1/4 port and an M12x1.25 rod thread. The exact drop-in replacement is the MBL40X105CAH, matching the force, stroke, and CA pivot mounting exactly.
This CA pivot back cover swings on a pin to absorb arcing rod paths, while the carbon-steel rod has 20um hard chrome plating for wear resistance. Because this SKU lacks the -S magnet, it cannot take a position sensor. The legacy MAL uses threaded front and back covers, whereas the modern MBL replacement features a riveted rolling-packed body.
| Model | AirTAC MAL40X105CAH (Discontinued) -> MBL40X105CAH |
|---|---|
| Series | MAL aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder (discontinued) |
| Replacement | MBL40X105CAH |
| Bore size | Ø40 mm |
| Stroke | 105 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 MBL40X105CAH 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 MBL40X105CAH 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). |
| ×105 | 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.
Drives heavy sliding safety doors on CNC lathes where the 880N push force at 0.7MPa easily overcomes guide resistance, while the CA pivot absorbs slight misalignment.
Pushes 40kg pallets sideways off a main conveyor line, utilizing the 528N pull force to retract the arm rapidly within a 30-800mm/s speed range.
Folds heavy cardboard flaps on packaging lines, where the fixed rubber bumper deadens the impact to prevent crushing the 128kgf max force at stroke end.
To replace the MAL40X105CAH, order the MBL40X105CAH. Confirm the G1/4 port, PT thread, and CA pivot back cover are retained. Since this SKU has no -S magnet, it cannot accept a sensor; if you need position detection, step up to an MBL40X105SCAH which uses the modern CMSG/DMSG/EMSG switches instead of the legacy CS1-M/DS1-M. The MAL uses a fixed rubber bumper; for adjustable air cushioning, specify the MBLC variant.
For sizing, stepping down to the 32mm bore yields 402N push at 0.5MPa, while no larger standard MAL bore exists. Because the 105mm stroke exceeds 300mm, side-load tolerance is low; use the CA pivot to absorb angular motion or add an external guide to prevent rod bending. A plain MBL does not hold a load when air is lost, so add a rod lock for vertical holding.
Upgrade checklist
Yes, the MAL40X105CAH is discontinued. The exact drop-in replacement is the MBL40X105CAH, which matches the 40mm bore, 105mm stroke, 628N push force, G1/4 port, and CA pivot mounting. The MBL uses a riveted rolling-packed body instead of the older threaded covers.
At 0.5MPa it provides 628N push and 528N pull, 880N push at 0.7MPa, and a theoretical max of 128kgf at 1.0MPa. Because this specific SKU lacks the -S magnet, it cannot accept a position sensor; the MBL40X105SCAH with CMSG/DMSG/EMSG switches is required for detection.
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