This model is discontinued
AirTAC has phased out the MAL series. The drop-in replacement is MBL40X15SCA — same bore, stroke, output force, port and mounting, so it fits the same application. Simply order the MBL40X15SCA 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 MAL40X15SCA (Discontinued) -> MBL40X15SCA is a double-acting aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder with a Ø40mm bore and 15mm stroke, G1/4 air ports and a fixed rubber bumper. This model is discontinued — the drop-in replacement is the MBL40X15SCA, which matches its bore, stroke, force and mounting.
The AirTAC MAL40X15SCA is a discontinued double-acting aluminum mini round cylinder. It features a 40mm bore and a 15mm stroke, delivering 628N push and 528N pull at 0.5MPa. The exact drop-in replacement is the MBL40X15SCA, matching the force, G1/4 port, and mounting. The legacy MAL uses threaded front and back covers, while the MBL upgrade features a riveted rolling-packed body for equally robust performance.
This specific SKU includes a CA pivot back cover, which swings on a pin to accommodate arcing loads, and a built-in magnet (-S). On the MAL, that magnet works with older CS1-M or DS1-M switches; when you switch to the MBL40X15SCA, you must update to the current CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG sensor family. The 16mm carbon-steel rod has 20um hard chrome plating, and the self-lubricating front-cover bearing guide helps maintain smooth operation even in tight assembly spaces.
| Model | AirTAC MAL40X15SCA (Discontinued) -> MBL40X15SCA |
|---|---|
| Series | MAL aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder (discontinued) |
| Replacement | MBL40X15SCA |
| Bore size | Ø40 mm |
| Stroke | 15 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 MBL40X15SCA 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 MBL40X15SCA 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). |
| ×15 | 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 pivot a capping head into place, using the CA pivot mount to absorb the slight arcing motion as the mechanism engages.
Shifts a routing machine access gate 15mm; the built-in -S magnet triggers a CS1-M sensor to confirm the gate is closed before the spindle starts.
Folds minor carton flaps in a tight packaging line space, relying on the 528N pull force to retract the 16mm rod quickly against the packaging resistance.
To replace the MAL40X15SCA, order the MBL40X15SCA. Confirm the 40mm bore, 15mm stroke, PT tapered port thread, and the CA pivot back cover. Because this SKU has an -S magnet, plan to swap your old CS1-M/DS1-M sensors for CMSG/DMSG/EMSG switches on the new MBL. If you need to step down, the 32mm bore neighbor offers 402N push at 0.5MPa; stepping up is not possible as 40mm is the largest MAL mini round size. The MAL uses a fixed rubber bumper, so if your application requires adjustable end-of-stroke cushioning, step across to the MBLC variant on the current line. Remember that a plain cylinder does not hold its load when air is lost—the rod drifts—so use an external rod lock for vertical or gravity loads.
Upgrade checklist
Yes, the MAL40X15SCA is discontinued. The exact drop-in replacement is the MBL40X15SCA, which matches the 40mm bore, 15mm stroke, G1/4 port, and CA pivot mounting. You must update your sensors, as the MBL uses CMSG/DMSG/EMSG switches instead of the older CS1-M/DS1-M.
The MAL40X15SCA delivers a push force of 628N and a pull force of 528N at 0.5MPa. At 0.7MPa, the push force is 880N. The maximum theoretical force is 128kgf at 1.0MPa.
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