This model is discontinued
AirTAC has phased out the MAL series. The drop-in replacement is MBL40X185CA — same bore, stroke, output force, port and mounting, so it fits the same application. Simply order the MBL40X185CA 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 MAL40X185CA (Discontinued) -> MBL40X185CA is a double-acting aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder with a Ø40mm bore and 185mm stroke, G1/4 air ports and a fixed rubber bumper. This model is discontinued — the drop-in replacement is the MBL40X185CA, which matches its bore, stroke, force and mounting.
The AirTAC MAL40X185CA is a discontinued double-acting aluminum mini round cylinder with a 40 mm bore and 185 mm stroke. It delivers 628 N push and 528 N pull at 0.5 MPa via its G1/4 port. The exact drop-in replacement is the MBL40X185CA, matching the bore, stroke, force, port and CA mounting exactly. The legacy MAL uses threaded front and back covers, whereas the modern MBL features a riveted rolling-packed body for equally robust performance.
This specific SKU lacks a built-in magnet, meaning it cannot support position sensing without external switches. It relies on a fixed rubber bumper to soften end-of-stroke impacts rather than an adjustable air cushion. The carbon-steel rod has a 20 um hard-chrome plating and rides on a self-lubricating front-cover bearing guide, while the piston uses a heterogeneous two-way seal that retains grease for long service life.
| Model | AirTAC MAL40X185CA (Discontinued) -> MBL40X185CA |
|---|---|
| Series | MAL aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder (discontinued) |
| Replacement | MBL40X185CA |
| Bore size | Ø40 mm |
| Stroke | 185 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 MBL40X185CA 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 MBL40X185CA 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). |
| ×185 | 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 the 628 N push force needed to eject dense plastic parts from a mold, utilizing the CA pivot to absorb any slight misalignment during the ejection arc.
Drives a sweeping arm to redirect heavy packaging pallets on a conveyor line, where the 880 N thrust at 0.7 MPa ensures positive engagement without stalling.
Pushes heavy cardboard flaps down during case erecting, relying on the 40 mm bore's high pull force of 528 N to retract the mechanism quickly for the next cycle.
To replace this discontinued unit, order the MBL40X185CA and confirm your 40 mm bore, 185 mm stroke, G1/4 port, and PT thread form. You must also retain the CA pivot back cover, which swings on a pin to accommodate arcing loads. If you need to step down in force, the 32 mm bore neighbor provides 402 N push at 0.5 MPa; stepping up is not possible as 40 mm is the largest MAL size. If your application requires adjustable end-cushioning rather than the fixed rubber bumper, look at the current MBLC series instead.
Because this SKU has no -S magnet, you cannot mount CS1-M or DS1-M sensors on it, and the MBL equivalent will require CMSG or DMSG switches if you decide to add sensing later. Note that a plain MAL or MBL does not hold its load when air pressure drops; the rod will drift, so use an external rod lock for vertical loads. At 185 mm stroke, the 16 mm rod handles side loads reasonably well, but always use the CA clevis to prevent binding if the load arcs.
Upgrade checklist
Yes, the MAL40X185CA is discontinued. The exact drop-in replacement is the MBL40X185CA, which offers the same 40 mm bore, 185 mm stroke, 628 N force, G1/4 port, and CA pivot mounting. The main upgrade is that the MBL uses a riveted rolling-packed body instead of the older threaded covers.
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. Note that this specific SKU lacks a magnet, so it cannot use CS1-M or DS1-M sensors.
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