This model is discontinued
AirTAC has phased out the MAL series. The drop-in replacement is MBL40X15U — same bore, stroke, output force, port and mounting, so it fits the same application. Simply order the MBL40X15U 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 MAL40X15U (Discontinued) -> MBL40X15U 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 MBL40X15U, which matches its bore, stroke, force and mounting.
The AirTAC MAL40X15U is a discontinued double-acting aluminum mini round cylinder. It delivers 628 N push and 528 N pull force at 0.5 MPa via a 40 mm bore. The direct drop-in replacement is the MBL40X15U, which matches the original 15 mm stroke, G1/4 port, and flat-end rear cover.
This legacy unit features a carbon-steel rod with 20 um hard chrome plating and a heterogeneous two-way seal that retains grease. Unlike the older MAL with its threaded front and back covers, the modern MBL replacement uses a riveted rolling-packed body for equally robust performance. Note that this specific SKU lacks a built-in magnet, meaning it cannot support position sensing.
| Model | AirTAC MAL40X15U (Discontinued) -> MBL40X15U |
|---|---|
| Series | MAL aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder (discontinued) |
| Replacement | MBL40X15U |
| 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 MBL40X15U 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 MBL40X15U 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 a short 15 mm stroke to knock out small plastic parts from injection molds, utilizing the 628 N push force at 0.5 MPa to overcome mold release resistance.
Actuates a rigid deflector gate on a conveyor line; the U flat-end cover handles direct mounting while the fixed rubber bumper absorbs the rapid 15 mm impact.
Folds small cardboard flaps in end-of-line packaging machines where a compact 40 mm bore and minimal stroke length are required to meet tight cycle times.
To replace the MAL40X15U, order the MBL40X15U. Verify your setup uses the default PT tapered port thread and the U flat-end back cover, which provides a rigid, non-pivoting rear mount. If you need an adjustable air cushion to soften the end of stroke, step up to the current MBLC40X15U, as the MAL only had a fixed rubber bumper.
If sizing down, the 32 mm bore neighbor offers 402 N push at 0.5 MPa. If you need more power, 40 mm is the largest available MAL/MBL mini round size, providing a maximum theoretical output of 128 kgf at 1.0 MPa. Because this SKU has no -S magnet, you cannot mount a CS1-M or DS1-M sensor; if position detection is required, switch to an MBL40X15S and use the current CMSG/DMSG/EMSG switches.
Upgrade checklist
Yes, the MAL40X15U is discontinued. The exact drop-in replacement is the MBL40X15U, which offers the same 40 mm bore, 15 mm stroke, G1/4 port, and flat-end U cover. You also gain a modern riveted rolling-packed body instead of the older threaded covers.
The MAL40X15U uses a G1/4 port and a 16 mm carbon-steel rod. At 0.5 MPa it delivers 628 N push and 528 N pull force. At 0.7 MPa the push force is 880 N, and the maximum theoretical force is 128 kgf at 1.0 MPa.
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