This model is discontinued
AirTAC has phased out the MAL series. The drop-in replacement is MBL40X120CA — same bore, stroke, output force, port and mounting, so it fits the same application. Simply order the MBL40X120CA 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 MAL40X120CA (Discontinued) → MBL40X120CA is a double-acting aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder with a Ø40mm bore and 120mm stroke, G1/4 air ports and a fixed rubber bumper. This model is discontinued — the drop-in replacement is the MBL40X120CA, which matches its bore, stroke, force and mounting.
The AirTAC MAL40X120CA is a discontinued double-acting aluminum mini round cylinder with a 40mm bore and 120mm stroke. It delivers 628N push and 528N pull at 0.5MPa, operating on a G1/4 port with a Ø16mm hard-chrome carbon steel rod. AirTAC replaced this legacy unit with the MBL40X120CA, a true drop-in alternative retaining the exact same force, porting, and CA pivot mounting.
The original MAL body uses threaded front and back covers, whereas the modern MBL features a riveted rolling-packed assembly for equally robust performance. This specific SKU lacks a -S magnet, so it cannot accept CS1-M or DS1-M position sensors. Internally, a heterogeneous two-way seal retains grease, and the front cover relies on a self-lubricating bearing guide to support the rod.
| Model | AirTAC MAL40X120CA (Discontinued) → MBL40X120CA |
|---|---|
| Series | MAL aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder (discontinued) |
| Replacement | MBL40X120CA |
| Bore size | Ø40 mm |
| Stroke | 120 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 MBL40X120CA 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 MBL40X120CA 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). |
| ×120 | 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 a 40mm bore tooling head to seat bearings, utilizing 628N of push force at 0.5MPa for light-duty press fits.
Actuates a routing flap on a packaging line, where the CA pivot back cover accommodates the swinging arc of the diverter mechanism.
Extends 120mm to block incoming pallets on a low-profile conveyor, relying on the fixed rubber bumper to absorb the impact safely.
To replace this MAL40X120CA, order the MBL40X120CA. Confirm your 40mm bore, 120mm stroke, G1/4 port, default PT thread, and CA clevis pivot are correct for your fixture. If you need to downsize, the 32mm bore neighbor yields 402N push at 0.5MPa; if you need more power, note that 40mm is the largest MAL mini round bore available. Because this SKU has no -S magnet, you cannot mount a sensor without changing the cylinder.
At 120mm stroke, side-load tolerance is moderate, but the Ø16mm rod still requires careful alignment. The CA pivot back cover is designed to swing on a pin, making it ideal for applications with arcing rod trajectories. End-of-stroke energy is absorbed by a fixed rubber bumper, not an adjustable cushion; if your load requires deceleration tuning, step up to the current MBLC variant. Remember that a plain double-acting cylinder drifts when air pressure is lost, so add an external rod lock for critical load holding.
Upgrade checklist
Yes, the MAL40X120CA is discontinued. The exact drop-in replacement is the MBL40X120CA, which matches the 40mm bore, 120mm stroke, G1/4 port, and CA pivot mounting. The MBL uses a riveted body instead of threaded covers but performs identically.
At 0.5MPa it provides 628N push and 528N pull. At 0.7MPa the push force is 880N. The maximum theoretical force is 128kgf at 1.0MPa. Because this SKU lacks a -S magnet, it cannot accept CS1-M or DS1-M position sensors.
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