This model is discontinued
AirTAC has phased out the MAL series. The drop-in replacement is MBL40X230CA — same bore, stroke, output force, port and mounting, so it fits the same application. Simply order the MBL40X230CA 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 MAL40X230CA (Discontinued) -> MBL40X230CA is a double-acting aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder with a Ø40mm bore and 230mm stroke, G1/4 air ports and a fixed rubber bumper. This model is discontinued — the drop-in replacement is the MBL40X230CA, which matches its bore, stroke, force and mounting.
The AirTAC MAL40X230CA is a discontinued double-acting aluminum mini round cylinder with a 40mm bore and 230mm stroke. It delivers a 628 N push force at 0.5 MPa and uses a G1/4 port. The exact drop-in replacement is the MBL40X230CA, which matches the bore, stroke, output force, port size, and CA pivot mounting. You can order the MBL today and install it without modifying your existing assembly.
This legacy SKU features a CA pivot back cover designed to swing on a pin for arcing loads, and a fixed rubber bumper for end-of-stroke damping. Because this specific model lacks an -S magnet, it cannot accept a position sensor. When upgrading to the MBL40X230CA, note the body changed from threaded covers to a riveted rolling-packed construction, and the fixed rubber bumper remains standard unless you step up to the MBLC for an adjustable air cushion.
| Model | AirTAC MAL40X230CA (Discontinued) -> MBL40X230CA |
|---|---|
| Series | MAL aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder (discontinued) |
| Replacement | MBL40X230CA |
| Bore size | Ø40 mm |
| Stroke | 230 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 MBL40X230CA 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 MBL40X230CA 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). |
| ×230 | 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.
Swings a sorting gate on a packaging line using the CA pivot to absorb arcing momentum, relying on 628 N of push force at 0.5 MPa to deflect cardboard cartons.
Feeds yarn thread guides across a 230mm stroke in a textile machine, where the self-lubricating front-cover bearing guide handles high-speed 30-800 mm/s cycling without external grease.
Pushes misaligned shipping cases off a roller conveyor using the maximum 128 kgf available at 1.0 MPa, letting the G1/4 port supply the high airflow needed for rapid ejection.
To replace the MAL40X230CA, order the MBL40X230CA. Confirm your 40mm bore, 230mm stroke, G1/4 port, and PT thread form are correct. This CA pivot back cover is essential if your mechanism swings on a pin; if you need a rigid flat mount, switch to the U back cover. Because this SKU has no -S magnet, it cannot take a sensor. If you need position detection on the MBL, add the S option and note that the MBL uses CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG switches instead of the older CS1-M/DS1-M. The MAL fixed rubber bumper is not adjustable; for an adjustable air cushion, specify the MBLC.
At 230mm of stroke, the 16mm carbon-steel rod is highly susceptible to side-load bending. Use an external guide rail to support the load, or rely on this CA pivot to absorb angular misalignment. If you need to step down, the 32mm bore neighbor provides 402 N push at 0.5 MPa. If you need more force, this 40mm bore is the largest in the mini round family, delivering 880 N at 0.7 MPa and a maximum theoretical 128 kgf at 1.0 MPa. A plain MBL does not hold its load when air is lost; the rod drifts, so add an external rod lock for vertical or safety-critical holding.
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Yes, the MAL40X230CA is discontinued. The exact drop-in replacement is the MBL40X230CA, which matches the 40mm bore, 230mm stroke, G1/4 port, and CA pivot mounting. The MBL uses a riveted rolling-packed body instead of the old threaded covers, but the force and dimensions remain identical.
The full force set for this 40mm bore is 628 N push and 528 N pull at 0.5 MPa, 880 N push at 0.7 MPa, and a maximum theoretical 128 kgf at 1.0 MPa. Because this specific SKU lacks the -S magnet, it cannot accept a position sensor. If you need detection on the MBL replacement, you must order the -S version and use CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG switches.
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