This model is discontinued
AirTAC has phased out the MAL series. The drop-in replacement is MBL40X175-S-CA — same bore, stroke, output force, port and mounting, so it fits the same application. Simply order the MBL40X175-S-CA 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 MAL40X175-S-CA (Discontinued) -> MBL40X175-S-CA is a double-acting aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder with a Ø40mm bore and 175mm stroke, G1/4 air ports and a fixed rubber bumper. This model is discontinued — the drop-in replacement is the MBL40X175-S-CA, which matches its bore, stroke, force and mounting.
The AirTAC MAL40X175-S-CA is a discontinued double-acting aluminum mini round cylinder. It features a 40mm bore, 175mm stroke, a built-in magnet, and a CA pivot back cover, delivering 628N push and 528N pull force at 0.5 MPa. AirTAC replaced this legacy unit with the MBL40X175-S-CA, a drop-in alternative retaining the exact G1/4 port, M12x1.25 rod thread, and CA clevis mount.
This SKU includes the -S magnet for position sensing. The legacy MAL works with older CS1-M and DS1-M switches, while the MBL replacement requires the current CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG sensor families. The original MAL uses threaded front and back covers on the barrel, whereas the MBL upgrade features a riveted rolling-packed body for equally robust performance.
| Model | AirTAC MAL40X175-S-CA (Discontinued) -> MBL40X175-S-CA |
|---|---|
| Series | MAL aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder (discontinued) |
| Replacement | MBL40X175-S-CA |
| Bore size | Ø40 mm |
| Stroke | 175 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 MBL40X175-S-CA 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 MBL40X175-S-CA 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). |
| ×175 | 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.
Uses the 880N force at 0.7 MPa and 175mm stroke to positively eject plastic parts from a mold cavity, swinging on the CA pivot to absorb slight misalignment.
Drives a diverter flap on a packaging line where the 628N thrust at 0.5 MPa easily redirects cartons, with the -S magnet confirming arm position.
Acts as a pneumatic stop for advancing pallets, relying on the 128 kgf maximum force to absorb heavy inertia while the fixed rubber bumper softens the internal impact.
To replace the MAL40X175-S-CA, order the MBL40X175-S-CA. Confirm your 40mm bore, 175mm stroke, PT threaded G1/4 port, and the CA pivot back cover, which allows the cylinder to swing on a pin for arcing motion. Because this unit has the -S magnet, you must update your sensors from the old CS1-M/DS1-M to the modern CMSG/DMSG/EMSG switches. If your application needs adjustable end-cushioning to soften impacts, step up to the MBLC variant, as the MAL only has a fixed rubber bumper.
For sizing, stepping down to the 32mm bore yields 402N push at 0.5 MPa, while stepping up is not an option as 40mm is the largest MAL mini round bore. With a 175mm stroke, the 16mm carbon-steel rod with 20um hard chrome plating has limited side-load tolerance; use the CA clevis to absorb angular misalignment or add an external guide to prevent rod bending. A plain MBL will drift and lose its load when air is lost, so add a rod lock for vertical holding.
Upgrade checklist
Yes, the MAL40X175-S-CA is discontinued. The exact drop-in replacement is the MBL40X175-S-CA, which matches the 40mm bore, 175mm stroke, G1/4 port, and CA pivot mount. You must swap your old CS1-M/DS1-M sensors for CMSG/DMSG/EMSG switches on the new MBL.
The 40mm bore uses a 16mm carbon-steel rod with an M12x1.25 rod-end thread. At 0.5 MPa it provides 628N push and 528N pull force; at 0.7 MPa it provides 880N push. The maximum theoretical force is 128 kgf at 1.0 MPa.
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