This model is discontinued
AirTAC has phased out the MAL series. The drop-in replacement is MBL40X130U — same bore, stroke, output force, port and mounting, so it fits the same application. Simply order the MBL40X130U 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 MAL40X130U (Discontinued) → MBL40X130U 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 MBL40X130U, which matches its bore, stroke, force and mounting.
The AirTAC MAL40X130U is a discontinued double-acting aluminum mini round cylinder engineered for compact setups requiring substantial thrust. Delivering 628 N push and 528 N pull at 0.5 MPa, it utilizes a Ø16 mm carbon-steel rod with 20 µm hard chrome plating to resist wear. Because this legacy series has ended production, AirTAC mandates the MBL40X130U as the exact drop-in replacement. The MBL matches the 40 mm bore, 130 mm stroke, G1/4 port, and U flat-end back cover perfectly.
This specific SKU lacks a -S magnet, meaning it cannot support any position sensing. The original MAL body used threaded front and back covers, whereas the modern MBL features a riveted rolling-packed body for enhanced structural integrity. Both generations rely on a fixed rubber bumper rather than an adjustable cushion; if end-of-stroke shock absorption is critical for your machine, you should upgrade to the MBLC variant on the current line.
| Model | AirTAC MAL40X130U (Discontinued) → MBL40X130U |
|---|---|
| Series | MAL aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder (discontinued) |
| Replacement | MBL40X130U |
| 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 MBL40X130U 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 MBL40X130U 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.
Provides 628 N of push at 0.5 MPa to eject small plastic parts from tight mold cavities where a larger ISO 15552 cylinder would not fit.
Uses the 130 mm stroke to push heavy pallets onto a secondary packaging line, relying on the rigid U flat-end cover to handle the 880 N peak thrust at 0.7 MPa.
Cycles at 30-800 mm/s to fold heavy cardboard flaps on packaging machines, absorbing end-stroke impact via the fixed rubber bumper.
To replace the MAL40X130U, order the MBL40X130U and verify your 40 mm bore, 130 mm stroke, G1/4 port, and PT tapered thread. This unit uses a U flat-end back cover for rigid mounting, and because it lacks an -S magnet, you cannot install a CS1-M or DS1-M sensor. If you need position detection, switch to an MBL40X130US and migrate to the modern CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG switch family. Keep in mind this cylinder drifts when air is lost, so use an external rod lock for suspended loads.
For sizing flexibility, stepping down to the 32 mm bore yields 402 N push at 0.5 MPa, while no larger mini round bore exists in this family. At 130 mm, the stroke exceeds 100 mm; combined with the 16 mm rod, long strokes have low side-load tolerance. Use an external guide rail or an SDB pivot bracket to prevent rod bending. The fixed rubber bumper softens impact, but for heavy 40 mm loads, the adjustable air cushion on the MBLC is a better choice.
Upgrade checklist
Yes, the MAL40X130U is discontinued. The exact drop-in replacement is the MBL40X130U, which matches the 40 mm bore, 130 mm stroke, 628 N force, G1/4 port, and U flat-end cover. You can swap them directly without changing your mounting hardware.
At 0.5 MPa it provides 628 N push and 528 N pull; at 0.7 MPa it yields 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 CS1-M or DS1-M position sensors; you must choose an MBL40X130US and CMSG/DMSG/EMSG switches for detection.
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