This model is discontinued
AirTAC has phased out the MAL series. The drop-in replacement is MBL40X225CM — same bore, stroke, output force, port and mounting, so it fits the same application. Simply order the MBL40X225CM 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 MAL40X225CM (Discontinued) → MBL40X225CM is a double-acting aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder with a Ø40mm bore and 225mm stroke, G1/4 air ports and a fixed rubber bumper. This model is discontinued — the drop-in replacement is the MBL40X225CM, which matches its bore, stroke, force and mounting.
The AirTAC MAL40X225CM is a discontinued double-acting aluminum mini round cylinder with a 40mm bore and 225mm stroke. It delivers 628N push and 528N pull at 0.5MPa, utilizing a G1/4 port and an M12x1.25 rod-end thread. The exact drop-in replacement is the MBL40X225CM, matching the bore, stroke, output force, port size, and CM round-end mounting. This SKU lacks a -S magnet, meaning it cannot accept a position sensor. Structurally, the legacy MAL uses threaded front and back covers, whereas the current MBL features a riveted rolling-packed body for equally rigid performance. Both rely on a fixed rubber bumper for end-of-stroke damping rather than an adjustable cushion.
Inside, the piston employs a heterogeneous two-way seal that retains grease, paired with a self-lubricating bearing guide in the front cover to support the 16mm carbon-steel rod with 20um hard chrome plating. The CM round-end back cover provides a pivot point that accommodates slight arcing motions. Because the stroke exceeds 200mm, the small 16mm rod has limited side-load tolerance; an external guide rail is strongly recommended to prevent rod bending and premature seal wear.
| Model | AirTAC MAL40X225CM (Discontinued) → MBL40X225CM |
|---|---|
| Series | MAL aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder (discontinued) |
| Replacement | MBL40X225CM |
| Bore size | Ø40 mm |
| Stroke | 225 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 MBL40X225CM 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 MBL40X225CM 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). |
| ×225 | 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.
Drives a 225mm diverting arm on a packaging conveyor to push cartons into secondary lanes, utilizing the 628N push force at 0.5MPa to overcome box inertia.
Opens and closes a sliding CNC lathe safety door, where the CM round-end pivot absorbs slight misalignment and the 225mm stroke provides full clearance for part loading.
Acts as a pop-up stopper gate at a palletizing station, extending 225mm to arrest incoming pallets using the 528N pull force to retract the gate beneath the roller bed.
To replace the MAL40X225CM, order the MBL40X225CM. Verify your 40mm bore, 225mm stroke, G1/4 port, and PT tapered thread form. Confirm the CM round-end back cover is retained on the new unit. Since this SKU has no -S magnet, it cannot support a sensor; if you need position detection, step up to an MBL40X225SCM and note that the MBL uses the newer CMSG/DMSG/EMSG switch family instead of the older CS1-M/DS1-M. The MAL uses a fixed rubber bumper; if your application requires an adjustable air cushion, step up to the MBLC40X225CM on the current line.
For sizing flexibility, stepping down to the 32mm bore yields 402N push at 0.5MPa, while stepping up is not an option as 40mm is the largest MAL/MBL mini round bore. Because 225mm exceeds the 200mm threshold, side-load tolerance is low; use a CM pivot or an external guide to absorb any radial loads. Remember that a plain MBL cylinder does not hold its position or load when air is lost—the rod drifts—so add an external rod lock or pilot-operated check valve if load holding is required.
Upgrade checklist
Yes, the MAL series is end-of-life. The exact drop-in replacement is the MBL40X225CM. It matches the 40mm bore, 225mm stroke, G1/4 port, PT thread, and CM round-end mounting. The MBL upgrades the body to a riveted rolling-packed construction while maintaining the same output force.
At 0.5MPa it provides 628N push and 528N pull; at 0.7MPa it provides 880N push, with a theoretical max of 128kgf at 1.0MPa. This specific SKU lacks a -S magnet, so it cannot accept a position sensor; the MBL40X225SCM variant is required for CMSG/DMSG/EMSG switch integration.
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