This model is discontinued
AirTAC has phased out the MAL series. The drop-in replacement is MBL40X210SCA — same bore, stroke, output force, port and mounting, so it fits the same application. Simply order the MBL40X210SCA 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 MAL40X210SCA (Discontinued) -> MBL40X210SCA is a double-acting aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder with a Ø40mm bore and 210mm stroke, G1/4 air ports and a fixed rubber bumper. This model is discontinued — the drop-in replacement is the MBL40X210SCA, which matches its bore, stroke, force and mounting.
The AirTAC MAL40X210SCA is a discontinued double-acting aluminum mini round cylinder with a 40mm bore and 210mm stroke. It delivers a push force of 628 N and a pull force of 528 N at 0.5 MPa, utilizing a G1/4 port and an M12x1.25 rod-end thread. The exact drop-in replacement is the MBL40X210SCA, which matches the original bore, stroke, output force, port size, and CA pivot mounting for a seamless swap.
This specific SKU includes a built-in magnet (-S) and a CA pivot back cover. The legacy MAL body uses threaded front and back covers, whereas the current MBL upgrade features a riveted rolling-packed body for equally robust performance. Because this unit carries the -S magnet, it originally paired with CS1-M or DS1-M reed switches; the MBL replacement requires updating to the current CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG sensor family. The piston relies on a heterogeneous two-way seal that retains grease, complemented by a self-lubricating front-cover bearing guide for low-friction operation.
| Model | AirTAC MAL40X210SCA (Discontinued) -> MBL40X210SCA |
|---|---|
| Series | MAL aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder (discontinued) |
| Replacement | MBL40X210SCA |
| Bore size | Ø40 mm |
| Stroke | 210 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 MBL40X210SCA 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 MBL40X210SCA 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). |
| ×210 | 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 force at 0.5 MPa to fold heavy corrugated cardboard flaps on continuous packaging lines, utilizing the CA pivot to absorb slight misalignments.
Swings on its CA clevis to push 40x40cm pallets onto a secondary conveyor belt, with the 210mm stroke providing the exact travel needed for the redirect arc.
Uses the 880 N push force available at 0.7 MPa to positively eject dense plastic parts from an injection mold cavity before the press opens fully.
To replace the MAL40X210SCA, order the MBL40X210SCA, ensuring you match the 40mm bore, 210mm stroke, PT thread, G1/4 port, CA pivot back cover, and the -S magnet. If you need to step down to the next available bore, the 32mm version provides 402 N of push force at 0.5 MPa; stepping up is not possible as 40mm is the largest MAL mini round cylinder. The -S magnet on the original MAL works with CS1-M / DS1-M switches, so expect to migrate to CMSG / DMSG / EMSG sensors on the new MBL. The MAL uses a fixed rubber bumper, so if your application requires an adjustable air cushion, specify the MBLC variant instead. Because the 210mm stroke exceeds 300mm, the 16mm carbon-steel rod with 20 um hard chrome plating has limited side-load tolerance; use the CA pivot to accommodate arcing loads or add an external guide to prevent rod bending. A plain cylinder does not hold its load when air is lost, so install an external rod lock or pilot-operated check valve if position holding is critical.
Upgrade checklist
Yes, the MAL series is discontinued. The exact drop-in replacement is the MBL40X210SCA, which offers the same 40mm bore, 210mm stroke, 628 N push force at 0.5 MPa, G1/4 port, and CA pivot mounting. You will need to update your sensors from the old CS1-M / DS1-M switches to the new CMSG / DMSG / EMSG family.
At 0.5 MPa, it delivers 628 N of push force and 528 N of pull force. At 0.7 MPa, the push force is 880 N. The maximum theoretical force is 128 kgf at 1.0 MPa. Operating pressure is 0.1-1.0 MPa, speed is 30-800 mm/s, and it uses a fixed rubber bumper rather than an adjustable cushion.
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