This model is discontinued
AirTAC has phased out the MAL series. The drop-in replacement is MBL40X180SU — same bore, stroke, output force, port and mounting, so it fits the same application. Simply order the MBL40X180SU 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 MAL40X180SU (Discontinued) -> MBL40X180SU 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 MBL40X180SU, which matches its bore, stroke, force and mounting.
The AirTAC MAL40X180SU is a discontinued double-acting aluminum mini round cylinder. As the largest bore in the range, it delivers a robust 628 N push and 528 N pull force at 0.5 MPa, utilizing a 16 mm carbon-steel rod with a 20 um hard-chrome plating to resist wear. AirTAC replaced this legacy unit with the MBL40X180SU, a drop-in alternative that preserves the exact 180 mm stroke, G1/4 port, and flat-end U back cover. The original MAL body relied on threaded front and back covers, whereas the current MBL features a riveted rolling-packed body for equally rigid ratings.
This SKU includes a built-in magnet (-S) for position detection. On the MAL, this magnet interfaces with the older CS1-M and DS1-M reed switches, but the MBL40X180SU replacement upgrades you to the current CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG sensor family. The cylinder relies on a fixed rubber bumper to soften end-of-stroke impacts; it is not an adjustable cushion, nor does it lock the rod in place when air pressure is lost. For applications needing precise end-position damping, AirTAC offers the MBLC variant with an adjustable air cushion on the current line.
| Model | AirTAC MAL40X180SU (Discontinued) -> MBL40X180SU |
|---|---|
| Series | MAL aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder (discontinued) |
| Replacement | MBL40X180SU |
| 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 MBL40X180SU 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 MBL40X180SU 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.
Provides 628 N of push at 0.5 MPa to reliably eject small plastic parts from tight mold cavities where a larger ISO 15552 profile cylinder would not fit.
Drives a pivot arm to divert lightweight packages on a 180 mm stroke, using the flat-end U cover for rigid mounting against the conveyor frame.
Applies precise 528 N pull force at 0.5 MPa to pull down a testing probe plate, using the -S magnet and a CS1-M sensor to confirm the test position.
To replace the MAL40X180SU, order the MBL40X180SU and verify your bore, 180 mm stroke, G1/4 port, and PT thread form. Retain your flat-end U back cover for rigid mounting, and note that the -S magnet requires upgrading your old CS1-M or DS1-M sensors to the CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG switches. If you need to adjust force, stepping down to the 32 mm bore drops output to 402 N push at 0.5 MPa, while no larger standard mini-round bore exists in this family. Because the 180 mm stroke exceeds 300 mm, the 16 mm rod is vulnerable to bending under side loads; use an external guide rail or a pivot bracket to maintain alignment. Remember that a plain MBL does not hold its position if air pressure drops; add an external rod lock or pilot-operated check valve for fail-safe load holding. If your process requires adjustable end-cushioning, specify the MBLC instead of the standard MBL.
Upgrade checklist
Yes, the MAL40X180SU is discontinued. The exact drop-in replacement is the MBL40X180SU, which maintains the same 40 mm bore, 180 mm stroke, G1/4 port, U back cover, and -S magnet. You will need to upgrade your position sensors from the older CS1-M or DS1-M switches to the current CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG family.
At 0.5 MPa, 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. It uses a fixed rubber bumper, not an adjustable cushion.
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