This model is discontinued
AirTAC has phased out the MAL series. The drop-in replacement is MBL40X105CM — same bore, stroke, output force, port and mounting, so it fits the same application. Simply order the MBL40X105CM 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 MAL40X105CM (Discontinued) -> MBL40X105CM 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 MBL40X105CM, which matches its bore, stroke, force and mounting.
The AirTAC MAL40X105CM is a discontinued double-acting aluminum mini round cylinder with a 40mm bore and 105mm stroke. It delivers 628N of push force and 528N of pull force at 0.5MPa, utilizing a G1/4 port and a 16mm carbon-steel rod with 20um hard-chrome plating. The exact drop-in replacement is the MBL40X105CM, which matches the original bore, stroke, output force, port size, and CM round-end back cover.
This specific SKU lacks a magnet (-S), meaning it cannot accept a position sensor. The legacy MAL body uses threaded front and back covers, whereas the current MBL replacement features a riveted rolling-packed body for equally rigid performance. 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 MBLC variant on the current line.
| Model | AirTAC MAL40X105CM (Discontinued) -> MBL40X105CM |
|---|---|
| Series | MAL aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder (discontinued) |
| Replacement | MBL40X105CM |
| 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 MBL40X105CM 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 MBL40X105CM 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.
Provides 628N of push force at 0.5MPa to eject small plastic parts from injection molds, where the 105mm stroke clears the mold plate safely.
Pushes lightweight cardboard cartons on a packaging line using the 880N push force available at 0.7MPa, with the CM round-end allowing slight pivot alignment.
Moves a testing probe array into position over printed circuit boards, relying on the 40mm bore's stable 528N pull force for consistent retraction.
To replace this MAL40X105CM, order the MBL40X105CM. Confirm your 40mm bore, 105mm stroke, G1/4 port, default PT tapered thread, and CM round-end back cover. Because this unit has no -S magnet, it cannot support a sensor; if you need position detection, order an MBL40X105SCM and note that the current MBL uses CMSG/DMSG/EMSG switches instead of the older CS1-M/DS1-M family. A plain MAL/MBL does not hold its load when air pressure drops, so install an external rod lock for vertical safety.
For sizing, the 40mm bore provides 628N push at 0.5MPa. Stepping down to the 32mm bore drops the push force to 402N, while there is no larger standard bore in this mini series. At 105mm stroke, side-load stress is moderate but manageable; use the CM round-end cover with a mating clevis bracket to accommodate slight arcing motions and protect the 16mm rod from bending.
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Yes, the MAL40X105CM is discontinued. The exact drop-in replacement is the MBL40X105CM, which offers the same 40mm bore, 105mm stroke, 628N push force at 0.5MPa, G1/4 port, and CM round-end mounting.
At 0.5MPa, the push force is 628N and the pull force is 528N. At 0.7MPa, the push force is 880N. The maximum theoretical force is 128kgf at 1.0MPa. Note this specific SKU has no magnet, so it cannot use a position sensor.
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