This model is discontinued
AirTAC has phased out the MAL series. The drop-in replacement is MBL40X130CM — same bore, stroke, output force, port and mounting, so it fits the same application. Simply order the MBL40X130CM 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 MAL40X130CM (Discontinued) -> MBL40X130CM 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 MBL40X130CM, which matches its bore, stroke, force and mounting.
The AirTAC MAL40X130CM is a discontinued double-acting aluminum mini round cylinder delivering 628 N push and 528 N pull at 0.5 MPa. It features a 40 mm bore, 130 mm stroke, a G1/4 port, and a CM round-end back cover. Because this legacy series is end-of-life, the exact drop-in replacement is the MBL40X130CM, which matches the bore, stroke, output force, port size, and mounting interface perfectly.
Unlike the threaded front and back covers found on this MAL, the modern MBL utilizes a riveted rolling-packed body for structural integrity. This specific SKU lacks a built-in magnet, meaning it cannot accept a position sensor. The internal piston relies on a heterogeneous two-way seal that retains grease, while the carbon-steel rod features 20 um hard-chrome plating to resist wear.
| Model | AirTAC MAL40X130CM (Discontinued) -> MBL40X130CM |
|---|---|
| Series | MAL aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder (discontinued) |
| Replacement | MBL40X130CM |
| 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 MBL40X130CM 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 MBL40X130CM 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.
Pushes 20 kg pallets laterally at 0.5 MPa using 628 N of thrust, where the CM round-end accommodates slight angular misalignment during the transfer.
Knocks finished plastic parts out of tight mold cavities, utilizing the 16 mm hard-chrome plated rod to withstand repetitive impact forces.
Folds heavy corrugated cardboard flaps on packaging lines, relying on the 528 N pull force at 0.5 MPa to retract the mechanism reliably.
To replace the MAL40X130CM, order the MBL40X130CM. Confirm your 40 mm bore, 130 mm stroke, G1/4 port, and PT tapered thread form. The CM round-end back cover on this unit allows for pivoting articulation, which is critical for managing angular rod stresses. If you need end-of-stroke cushioning, note that the MAL uses a fixed rubber bumper; for an adjustable air cushion, you must step up to the current MBLC line. If you need to hold a load vertically, be aware neither the MAL nor MBL acts as a lock; the rod will drift without air pressure, requiring an external rod lock. For sizing flexibility, stepping down to the 32 mm bore yields 402 N push at 0.5 MPa, while stepping up to the 50 mm profile cylinder provides substantially higher force. Since the 130 mm stroke exceeds 300 mm, always use a side-load guide to prevent rod bending.
Upgrade checklist
Yes, the AirTAC MAL40X130CM is discontinued. The exact drop-in replacement is the MBL40X130CM, which matches the 40 mm bore, 130 mm stroke, G1/4 port, and CM round-end mounting. The MBL uses a riveted body instead of threaded covers, but performance ratings remain identical.
At 0.5 MPa it provides 628 N push and 528 N pull; at 0.7 MPa it provides 880 N push, with a maximum theoretical force of 128 kgf at 1.0 MPa. Because this specific SKU lacks an S magnet, it cannot accept a position sensor; if sensing is required, order an MBL40X130CMS which supports CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG switches.
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