This model is discontinued
AirTAC has phased out the MAL series. The drop-in replacement is MBL40X25-CA-H — same bore, stroke, output force, port and mounting, so it fits the same application. Simply order the MBL40X25-CA-H 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 MAL40X25-CA-H (Discontinued) -> MBL40X25-CA-H is a double-acting aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder with a Ø40mm bore and 25mm stroke, G1/4 air ports and a fixed rubber bumper. This model is discontinued — the drop-in replacement is the MBL40X25-CA-H, which matches its bore, stroke, force and mounting.
The AirTAC MAL40X25-CA-H is a discontinued double-acting compact aluminum mini round cylinder. It delivers 628 N push and 528 N pull force at 0.5 MPa, utilizing a 16 mm carbon-steel rod with 20 um hard-chrome plating. The exact drop-in replacement is the MBL40X25-CA-H, matching the 40 mm bore, 25 mm stroke, G1/4 port, and CA pivot mounting.
This legacy unit features a heterogeneous two-way grease-retaining seal and a self-lubricating front-cover bearing guide. Unlike the older MAL with its threaded front and back covers, the modern MBL replacement uses a riveted rolling-packed body. Because this specific SKU lacks a magnet (-S), it cannot support a position sensor; furthermore, upgrading to the MBL means the older CS1-M / DS1-M switches are obsolete, requiring current CMSG / DMSG / EMSG sensors on magnetized equivalents.
| Model | AirTAC MAL40X25-CA-H (Discontinued) -> MBL40X25-CA-H |
|---|---|
| Series | MAL aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder (discontinued) |
| Replacement | MBL40X25-CA-H |
| Bore size | Ø40 mm |
| Stroke | 25 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 MBL40X25-CA-H 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 MBL40X25-CA-H 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). |
| ×25 | 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 eject small plastic parts from tight mold cavities where the CA pivot absorbs slight angular misalignment.
Drives a short 25 mm stroke diverter arm on a packaging line, using the G1/4 port for high flow to rapidly shift lightweight cardboard cartons.
Secures printed circuit boards during routing operations, relying on the self-lubricating bearing guide to maintain smooth operation over millions of short cycles.
To replace the MAL40X25-CA-H, order the MBL40X25-CA-H to retain the exact 628 N push force at 0.5 MPa, the M12x1.25 rod-end thread, and the CA pivot back cover which swings on a pin to accommodate arcing loads. If you need to step down to the next smaller bore, the 32 mm version provides 402 N push at 0.5 MPa; if you need to step up, note that 40 mm is the largest available MAL/MBL mini round body. This unit uses a fixed rubber bumper, so if your application requires an adjustable air cushion, specify the current-line MBLC instead. Since this SKU has no -S magnet, it cannot accept a position sensor. Finally, a plain bumper does not lock the rod—air loss will cause drift, so use an external rod lock for position holding.
Upgrade checklist
Yes, the MAL series is discontinued. The exact drop-in replacement is the MBL40X25-CA-H, which matches the 40 mm bore, 25 mm stroke, G1/4 port, and CA pivot mounting. The newer MBL uses a riveted rolling-packed body instead of the older threaded covers.
The output force is 628 N push and 528 N pull at 0.5 MPa, 880 N push at 0.7 MPa, with a maximum theoretical force of 128 kgf at 1.0 MPa. Because this specific SKU lacks a -S magnet, it cannot accept a position sensor; magnetized versions use CS1-M / DS1-M switches on the MAL and CMSG / DMSG / EMSG on the MBL.
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