This model is discontinued
AirTAC has phased out the MAL series. The drop-in replacement is MBL40X130CA — same bore, stroke, output force, port and mounting, so it fits the same application. Simply order the MBL40X130CA 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 MAL40X130CA (Discontinued) → MBL40X130CA is a double-acting aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder with a Ø40mm bore and 130mm stroke, G1/4 air ports and a fixed rubber bumper. This model is discontinued — the drop-in replacement is the MBL40X130CA, which matches its bore, stroke, force and mounting.
The AirTAC MAL40X130CA is a discontinued double-acting aluminum mini round cylinder featuring a 40mm bore and 130mm stroke. It delivers 628N of push force and 528N of pull force at 0.5MPa, utilizing a G1/4 port and an M12x1.25 rod-end thread. This specific SKU includes a CA pivot back cover, allowing the body to swing on a pin to accommodate arcing loads.
The exact drop-in replacement is the MBL40X130CA, which matches the bore, stroke, output force, port size, and mounting interface. The legacy MAL uses threaded front and back covers on the barrel, whereas the modern MBL features a riveted rolling-packed body. Because this particular SKU lacks the -S suffix, it has no internal magnet and cannot accept a position sensor.
| Model | AirTAC MAL40X130CA (Discontinued) → MBL40X130CA |
|---|---|
| Series | MAL aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder (discontinued) |
| Replacement | MBL40X130CA |
| Bore size | Ø40 mm |
| Stroke | 130 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 MBL40X130CA 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 MBL40X130CA 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). |
| ×130 | 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.
Swings a 130mm arm to divert filled beverage containers on a packaging conveyor, using the CA pivot to absorb the arcing motion of the 628N push stroke.
Pushes a small plastic part out of an injection mold cavity, where the 528N pull force reliably retracts the 16mm rod for the next cycle.
Folds heavy cardboard flaps on a sealing machine, relying on the 40mm bore's high force and the self-lubricating bearing guide to prevent rod binding.
To replace the MAL40X130CA, order the MBL40X130CA and verify the CA pivot back cover and PT tapered thread are retained. If you need to step down for a lighter load, the 32mm bore neighbor provides 402N push at 0.5MPa; stepping up is not possible as 40mm is the largest MAL mini round size. Note that the fixed rubber bumper softens end-of-stroke impacts but is not an adjustable cushion—if you need adjustable air cushioning, step up to the current MBLC line. At 130mm stroke, side-load tolerance is low due to the 16mm rod, so rely on the CA clevis to absorb angular misalignment rather than rigidly mounting the body. A plain bumper does not hold the load if air pressure drops, so add an external rod lock for safety.
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Yes, the MAL40X130CA is discontinued. The exact drop-in replacement is the MBL40X130CA, which offers the same 40mm bore, 130mm stroke, 628N push force at 0.5MPa, G1/4 port, and CA pivot mounting. The MBL upgrades the body from threaded covers to a riveted rolling-packed design.
At 0.5MPa it provides 628N push and 528N pull; at 0.7MPa push is 880N, with a theoretical maximum of 128kgf at 1.0MPa. Because this SKU lacks the -S magnet, it cannot accept CS1-M or DS1-M position sensors; if you need sensing, order an MBL40X130CAS and use current CMSG/DMSG/EMSG switches.
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