This model is discontinued
AirTAC has phased out the MAL series. The drop-in replacement is MBL40X180SCA — same bore, stroke, output force, port and mounting, so it fits the same application. Simply order the MBL40X180SCA 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 MAL40X180SCA (Discontinued) -> MBL40X180SCA is a double-acting aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder with a Ø40mm bore and 180mm stroke, G1/4 air ports and a fixed rubber bumper. This model is discontinued — the drop-in replacement is the MBL40X180SCA, which matches its bore, stroke, force and mounting.
The AirTAC MAL40X180SCA is a discontinued double-acting aluminum mini round cylinder delivering 628 N push and 528 N pull at 0.5 MPa. It features a 40 mm bore, 180 mm stroke, G1/4 port, and a CA pivot back cover. AirTAC replaced this legacy unit with the MBL40X180SCA, a drop-in alternative retaining the exact force, port, and mounting dimensions.
This SKU includes a built-in magnet (-S) for position sensing. On the MAL, this magnet pairs with older CS1-M or DS1-M switches, whereas the MBL replacement uses the current CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG sensor family. The original MAL body uses threaded front and back covers, while the updated MBL features a riveted rolling-packed body for equally robust performance.
| Model | AirTAC MAL40X180SCA (Discontinued) -> MBL40X180SCA |
|---|---|
| Series | MAL aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder (discontinued) |
| Replacement | MBL40X180SCA |
| Bore size | Ø40 mm |
| Stroke | 180 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 MBL40X180SCA 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 MBL40X180SCA 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). |
| ×180 | 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 628 N push force at 0.5 MPa to eject plastic parts from small molds, where the CA pivot absorbs any slight misalignment during the arcing ejection arc.
Pushes light cardboard cartons on a distribution line using the 180 mm stroke, relying on the self-lubricating front-cover bearing guide to maintain smooth retraction.
Acts as a physical stop for lightweight pallets entering a wrapping station, with the fixed rubber bumper absorbing the repeated 880 N impact forces at 0.7 MPa.
To replace the MAL40X180SCA, order the MBL40X180SCA. Verify your 40 mm bore, 180 mm stroke, G1/4 port, and PT thread form. The CA pivot back cover swings on a pin to accommodate arcing loads, so ensure your mounting pin is intact. Because this is an -S magnet model, plan to upgrade your CS1-M or DS1-M sensors to the CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG switches used on the MBL.
If you need to step down, the 32 mm bore neighbor offers 402 N push at 0.5 MPa; stepping up is not possible as 40 mm is the largest MAL mini round size. The 180 mm stroke requires attention to side-load tolerance; the 16 mm carbon-steel rod with 20 um hard chrome plating has low bending resistance, so use an external guide. The fixed rubber bumper softens end-of-stroke impact but does not lock the rod, meaning loads drift when air is lost. For adjustable cushioning, step to the MBLC variant.
Upgrade checklist
Yes, the MAL40X180SCA is discontinued. The exact drop-in replacement is the MBL40X180SCA, which matches the 40 mm bore, 180 mm stroke, CA pivot mounting, G1/4 port, and output force. You must upgrade any -S magnet sensors from the old CS1-M/DS1-M switches to the modern CMSG/DMSG/EMSG family.
At 0.5 MPa the 40 mm bore provides 628 N push and 528 N pull. At 0.7 MPa it provides 880 N push. The maximum theoretical force is 128 kgf at 1.0 MPa, with an operating pressure range of 0.1-1.0 MPa.
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