This model is discontinued
AirTAC has phased out the MAL series. The drop-in replacement is MBL40X145CAH — same bore, stroke, output force, port and mounting, so it fits the same application. Simply order the MBL40X145CAH 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 MAL40X145CAH (Discontinued) → MBL40X145CAH is a double-acting aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder with a Ø40mm bore and 145mm stroke, G1/4 air ports and a fixed rubber bumper. This model is discontinued — the drop-in replacement is the MBL40X145CAH, which matches its bore, stroke, force and mounting.
The AirTAC MAL40X145CAH is a discontinued double-acting aluminum mini round cylinder engineered for compact spaces requiring substantial push force. Delivering 628 N of thrust at 0.5 MPa and 880 N at 0.7 MPa, it utilizes a 16 mm carbon-steel rod with 20 um hard-chrome plating guided by a self-lubricating front-cover bearing. AirTAC replaced this legacy unit with the MBL40X145CAH, a drop-in alternative retaining the exact 40 mm bore, 145 mm stroke, G1/4 port, and CA pivot mounting.
Transitioning to the MBL40X145CAH swaps the original threaded front and back covers for a riveted rolling-packed body while maintaining identical output ratings. Because this specific SKU lacks a magnet, it cannot support position sensing. The internal heterogeneous two-way seal retains grease effectively, though the fixed rubber bumper only softens end-of-stroke impacts without locking the load.
| Model | AirTAC MAL40X145CAH (Discontinued) → MBL40X145CAH |
|---|---|
| Series | MAL aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder (discontinued) |
| Replacement | MBL40X145CAH |
| Bore size | Ø40 mm |
| Stroke | 145 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 MBL40X145CAH 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 MBL40X145CAH 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). |
| ×145 | 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.
Drives the mechanical arm on packaging lines to tuck flaps, utilizing the 628 N push force at 0.5 MPa to overcome board stiffness reliably.
Secures heavy aluminum castings during machining operations, where the CA pivot mounting accommodates slight angular misalignment during part loading.
Indexing heavy metal brackets off a conveyor roller line, relying on the 880 N thrust at 0.7 MPa to overcome sliding friction.
To replace the MAL40X145CAH, specify the MBL40X145CAH to match the 40 mm bore, 145 mm stroke, PT tapered port thread, and CA clevis pivot. If your application requires an adjustable air cushion rather than the standard fixed rubber bumper, upgrade to the MBLC series on the current line. For sizing flexibility, stepping down to the 32 mm bore yields 402 N of push force at 0.5 MPa, while no larger standard MAL mini round bore exists.
Since this configuration lacks the -S magnet, it cannot accommodate CS1-M or DS1-M position switches. Note that a plain cylinder drifts when air pressure is lost, so install an external rod lock for suspended loads. At 145 mm of stroke, the 16 mm rod handles moderate extension well, but always verify that the CA pivot absorbs any arcing motion to prevent side-loading damage.
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Yes, the MAL40X145CAH is discontinued. The exact drop-in replacement is the MBL40X145CAH, which matches the 40 mm bore, 145 mm stroke, G1/4 port, and CA pivot. The MBL uses a riveted body instead of threaded covers, but performance is identical.
At 0.5 MPa operating pressure, the push force is 628 N and the pull force is 528 N. At 0.7 MPa, the push force increases to 880 N. The maximum theoretical force is 128 kgf at 1.0 MPa.
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