This model is discontinued
AirTAC has phased out the MAL series. The drop-in replacement is MBL40X1300-S-CM — same bore, stroke, output force, port and mounting, so it fits the same application. Simply order the MBL40X1300-S-CM 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 MAL40X1300-S-CM (Discontinued) → MBL40X1300-S-CM is a double-acting aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder with a Ø40mm bore and 1300mm stroke, G1/4 air ports and a fixed rubber bumper. This model is discontinued — the drop-in replacement is the MBL40X1300-S-CM, which matches its bore, stroke, force and mounting.
The AirTAC MAL40X1300-S-CM is a discontinued double-acting aluminum mini round cylinder with a 40mm bore and a 1300mm made-to-order stroke. It delivers 628N push and 528N pull force at 0.5MPa. The exact drop-in replacement is the MBL40X1300-S-CM, matching the bore, stroke, G1/4 port, and CM round-end back cover. Because this stroke exceeds the 500mm standard maximum, it was produced as a non-standard special order.
This SKU includes a -S magnet for position sensing. On the legacy MAL body, which uses threaded front and back covers, this magnet pairs with older CS1-M or DS1-M switches. The modern MBL40X1300-S-CM replacement features a riveted rolling-packed body and requires current CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG sensors. Both generations rely on a fixed rubber bumper at the stroke ends rather than an adjustable cushion, though the current line offers an MBLC variant if pneumatic cushioning is required.
| Model | AirTAC MAL40X1300-S-CM (Discontinued) → MBL40X1300-S-CM |
|---|---|
| Series | MAL aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder (discontinued) |
| Replacement | MBL40X1300-S-CM |
| Bore size | Ø40 mm |
| Stroke | 1300 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 MBL40X1300-S-CM 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 MBL40X1300-S-CM 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). |
| ×1300 | 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.
Uses the 628N push force at 0.5MPa to shove heavy pallets sideways onto a downstream packaging line over the full 1300mm travel.
Raises large fabric beams into loading cradles, relying on the CM round-end back cover to pivot and absorb slight angular misalignment during the long vertical lift.
Extends a 1300mm routing flap to redirect heavy totes between conveyor lanes, requiring an external guide rail to prevent the 16mm rod from bending under side impact.
To replace this discontinued actuator, order the MBL40X1300-S-CM. Verify your sensor family: the legacy -S magnet uses CS1-M/DS1-M switches, but the MBL replacement requires CMSG/DMSG/EMSG sensors. If your application needs adjustable air cushioning rather than a fixed rubber bumper, step up to the MBLC40 equivalent. Because the 1300mm stroke is non-standard, expect extended lead times. At 0.5MPa, this 40mm bore generates 628N of push force. If you need less force, the neighboring 32mm bore provides 402N push. If you need more force, you must move to a larger profile cylinder outside this mini round family, as 40mm is the maximum bore. The Ø16mm carbon-steel rod has low side-load tolerance; at 1300mm you must use an external guide rail to prevent rod bending. The CM round-end back cover accommodates arcing rotational loads, but a plain MAL/MBL will drift and drop its load if air pressure is lost, so add an external rod lock for vertical holding.
Upgrade checklist
Yes, the MAL40X1300-S-CM is discontinued. The exact drop-in replacement is the MBL40X1300-S-CM, which matches the 40mm bore, 1300mm stroke, G1/4 port, and CM round-end mounting. Note that the -S magnet on the old MAL works with CS1-M/DS1-M switches, while the MBL replacement uses CMSG/DMSG/EMSG sensors.
The 40mm bore double-acting cylinder provides a push force of 628N and a pull force of 528N at 0.5MPa. At 0.7MPa, the push force is 880N. The maximum theoretical force is 128kgf at 1.0MPa operating pressure.
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