This model is discontinued
AirTAC has phased out the MAL series. The drop-in replacement is MBL40X135SCA — same bore, stroke, output force, port and mounting, so it fits the same application. Simply order the MBL40X135SCA 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 MAL40X135SCA (Discontinued) → MBL40X135SCA is a double-acting aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder with a Ø40mm bore and 135mm stroke, G1/4 air ports and a fixed rubber bumper. This model is discontinued — the drop-in replacement is the MBL40X135SCA, which matches its bore, stroke, force and mounting.
The AirTAC MAL40X135SCA is a discontinued double-acting aluminum mini round cylinder with a 40mm bore and 135mm stroke. It delivers 628N of push force and 528N of pull force at 0.5MPa. AirTAC replaced this legacy unit with the MBL40X135SCA, a true drop-in alternative retaining the exact same 16mm rod, G1/4 port, and CA pivot mounting. The original MAL body relied on threaded front and back covers, whereas the current MBL features a riveted rolling-packed body for equally robust performance.
This specific SKU includes a built-in magnet (-S) and a CA pivot back cover. The magnet on the MAL functions with the older CS1-M and DS1-M reed switches, but upgrading to the MBL means transitioning to the modern CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG sensor families. Additionally, the piston relies on a heterogeneous two-way seal that retains grease, paired with a self-lubricating front-cover bearing guide to minimize wear along the 16mm carbon-steel rod.
| Model | AirTAC MAL40X135SCA (Discontinued) → MBL40X135SCA |
|---|---|
| Series | MAL aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder (discontinued) |
| Replacement | MBL40X135SCA |
| Bore size | Ø40 mm |
| Stroke | 135 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 MBL40X135SCA 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 MBL40X135SCA 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). |
| ×135 | 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 positively divert heavy pallets along a tight conveyor section without requiring a full-size ISO cylinder.
Uses the 135mm stroke to reach down into deep fixtures, pressing bronze bushings into aluminum housings with steady 0.7MPa thrust.
Deploys the CA pivot bracket to swing a heavy tamping arm down onto oversized packaging cartons, absorbing the arcing motion safely.
To replace the MAL40X135SCA, order the MBL40X135SCA, ensuring you match the PT threaded port, the CA pivot back cover, and the magnet option. Because this SKU uses the -S magnet, note that your existing CS1-M or DS1-M switches will not fit the new body; you must upgrade to CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG sensors. If your application requires an adjustable air cushion rather than the fixed rubber bumper found on this MAL, step up to the MBLC variant in the current lineup.
For sizing flexibility, you can step down to the 32mm bore (offering 402N push at 0.5MPa) if your load is lighter, or step up to a larger profile cylinder if more force is required. With a 135mm stroke, side-load tolerance is a concern due to the 16mm rod; the CA clevis back cover on this unit is ideal because it pivots on a pin to absorb arcing loads. Remember that a plain bumper does not hold position—if air pressure drops, the rod will drift, so add an external rod lock for vertical loads.
Upgrade checklist
Yes, the MAL40X135SCA is discontinued. The exact drop-in replacement is the MBL40X135SCA, which matches the 40mm bore, 135mm stroke, G1/4 port, and CA pivot mounting. You will need to update your sensors, as the older CS1-M/DS1-M switches are replaced by CMSG/DMSG/EMSG models on the MBL.
At 0.5MPa, the push force is 628N and the pull force is 528N. At 0.7MPa, the push force increases to 880N. The maximum theoretical force is 128kgf at 1.0MPa operating pressure.
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