This model is discontinued
AirTAC has phased out the MAL series. The drop-in replacement is MBL40X125SCMH — same bore, stroke, output force, port and mounting, so it fits the same application. Simply order the MBL40X125SCMH 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 MAL40X125SCMH (Discontinued) -> MBL40X125SCMH is a double-acting aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder with a Ø40mm bore and 125mm stroke, G1/4 air ports and a fixed rubber bumper. This model is discontinued — the drop-in replacement is the MBL40X125SCMH, which matches its bore, stroke, force and mounting.
The AirTAC MAL40X125SCMH is a discontinued double-acting aluminum mini round cylinder with a 40mm bore and 125mm stroke. It delivers a robust 628N push force at 0.5MPa, utilizing a 16mm carbon-steel rod with 20um hard chrome plating. The exact drop-in replacement is the MBL40X125SCMH, which matches the bore, stroke, 880N push force at 0.7MPa, G1/4 port, and mounting form perfectly.
This legacy SKU includes a built-in magnet (-S) for position detection and a CM round-end back cover. While the older MAL body uses threaded front and back covers alongside CS1-M or DS1-M sensors, the modern MBL upgrade features a riveted rolling-packed body and requires CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG switches. The MAL relies on a fixed rubber bumper for end-of-stroke damping, whereas the current-line MBLC offers an adjustable air cushion.
| Model | AirTAC MAL40X125SCMH (Discontinued) -> MBL40X125SCMH |
|---|---|
| Series | MAL aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder (discontinued) |
| Replacement | MBL40X125SCMH |
| Bore size | Ø40 mm |
| Stroke | 125 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 MBL40X125SCMH 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 MBL40X125SCMH 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). |
| ×125 | 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 tight mold cavities where a compact 40mm aluminum body is required.
Uses the 125mm stroke to drive a diverting gate on a packaging conveyor, relying on the self-lubricating front-cover bearing to handle rapid 30-800mm/s cycling.
Actuates a mechanical flap-folding arm on a case packing line, where the fixed rubber bumper safely absorbs the kinetic energy at the end of the stroke.
To replace the MAL40X125SCMH, order the MBL40X125SCMH. Verify your port thread (this unit uses the default PT tapered thread), the 16mm rod with an M12x1.25 end, and the CM round-end back cover. Because this SKU has the -S magnet, you must swap your legacy CS1-M or DS1-M sensors for the current CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG switch family used on the MBL. The cylinder uses a fixed rubber bumper; if your application needs adjustable cushioning, step up to the MBLC variant instead.
For sizing flexibility, stepping down to the 32mm bore yields 402N push at 0.5MPa, while stepping up is not an option as 40mm is the largest MAL mini-round bore. Remember that a plain bumper is not a lock; the rod drifts when air is lost, so use an external rod lock for holding loads. At 125mm stroke, side-load tolerance is low, so ensure the CM round-end pivot absorbs arcing loads or add an external guide.
Upgrade checklist
Yes, the MAL40X125SCMH is discontinued. The exact drop-in replacement is the MBL40X125SCMH, which matches the 40mm bore, 125mm stroke, G1/4 port, and CM mounting. You simply order the MBL40X125SCMH as a direct retrofit.
At 0.5MPa it delivers 628N push and 528N pull; at 0.7MPa it pushes 880N, with a theoretical max of 128kgf at 1.0MPa. The -S magnet works with older CS1-M or DS1-M switches, but the MBL replacement requires CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG sensors.
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