This model is discontinued
AirTAC has phased out the MAL series. The drop-in replacement is MBL40X1200-S-CA — same bore, stroke, output force, port and mounting, so it fits the same application. Simply order the MBL40X1200-S-CA 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 MAL40X1200-S-CA (Legacy) → MBL40X1200-S-CA is a double-acting aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder with a Ø40mm bore and 1200mm stroke, G1/4 air ports and a fixed rubber bumper. This model is discontinued — the drop-in replacement is the MBL40X1200-S-CA, which matches its bore, stroke, force and mounting.
The AirTAC MAL40X1200-S-CA is a discontinued double-acting aluminum mini round cylinder with a 40mm bore and 1200mm stroke. Built for compact spaces, it delivers 628N push and 528N pull at 0.5MPa. Because 1200mm exceeds the 500mm standard maximum, this is a made-to-order non-standard stroke. AirTAC replaced the legacy MAL line with the MBL series; the exact drop-in replacement is the MBL40X1200-S-CA, matching the bore, stroke, force, G1/4 port, and CA mounting.
This SKU features a -S magnet and a CA pivot clevis back cover. The legacy MAL uses threaded front and back covers, whereas the modern MBL body uses a riveted rolling-packed construction. The -S magnet on this MAL operates with older CS1-M or DS1-M reed switches, but upgrading to the MBL requires switching to current CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG sensors. The 16mm carbon-steel rod has a 20um hard-chrome plating and rides on a self-lubricating front-cover bearing guide.
| Model | AirTAC MAL40X1200-S-CA (Legacy) → MBL40X1200-S-CA |
|---|---|
| Series | MAL aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder (discontinued) |
| Replacement | MBL40X1200-S-CA |
| Bore size | Ø40 mm |
| Stroke | 1200 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 MBL40X1200-S-CA 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 MBL40X1200-S-CA 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). |
| ×1200 | 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.
Pivots a heavy warp beam carriage into position using the CA clevis, relying on 628N of push force to move the load along an external guide rail over the 1200mm span.
Extends a routing flap on a packaging conveyor, using the long 1200mm stroke to divert large pallets while the fixed rubber bumper softens the abrupt stops.
Pushes a storage tray up into a high-bay racking slot, requiring the -S magnet and CS1-M switches to confirm tray extension at the top of the 1200mm travel.
To replace the MAL40X1200-S-CA, order the MBL40X1200-S-CA. Confirm the 40mm bore, 1200mm non-standard stroke, G1/4 port, PT thread, CA pivot back cover, and the -S magnet. When upgrading, remember that your existing CS1-M or DS1-M sensors will not fit the MBL; you must purchase CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG switches. The MAL uses a fixed rubber bumper, so if your application requires adjustable end-of-stroke cushioning, step up to the MBLC variant on the current line.
For sizing flexibility, stepping down to the 32mm bore reduces force to 402N push at 0.5MPa, while no larger mini-round bore exists in this family. Because this stroke is 1200mm, the 16mm rod is highly susceptible to bending under side loads. Rely on the CA pivot clevis to absorb arcing alignment shifts, and install an external guide rail to prevent rod damage. A plain cylinder drifts when air is lost, so add a pilot-operated check valve if you must hold a suspended load.
Upgrade checklist
Yes, the MAL series is end-of-life. The exact drop-in replacement is the MBL40X1200-S-CA, offering the same 40mm bore, 1200mm stroke, CA pivot mounting, and G1/4 port. You will need to update your sensors, as the MBL uses CMSG/DMSG/EMSG switches instead of the older CS1-M/DS1-M type.
At 0.5MPa it provides 628N push and 528N pull; at 0.7MPa the push force is 880N, with a theoretical maximum of 128kgf at 1.0MPa. It uses a 16mm carbon-steel rod with an M12x1.25 rod-end thread and operates at speeds of 30-800mm/s.
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