This model is discontinued
AirTAC has phased out the MAL series. The drop-in replacement is MBL40X25-S-CM — same bore, stroke, output force, port and mounting, so it fits the same application. Simply order the MBL40X25-S-CM 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-S-CM (Discontinued) → MBL40X25-S-CM 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-S-CM, which matches its bore, stroke, force and mounting.
The AirTAC MAL40X25-S-CM is a discontinued, double-acting aluminum mini round cylinder engineered for compact power. Delivering 628 N of push force at 0.5 MPa, it features a 40 mm bore, a 25 mm stroke, and a built-in magnet. AirTAC replaced this legacy unit with the MBL40X25-S-CM, a drop-in alternative retaining the exact same force, G1/4 porting, and CM round-end back cover.
This specific SKU includes a -S magnet for position detection using the older CS1-M or DS1-M switches. When upgrading to the MBL equivalent, you will need to adopt the current CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG sensor family. Additionally, the original MAL utilizes threaded front and back covers, whereas the modern MBL features a riveted rolling-packed body. The MAL relies on a fixed rubber bumper for end-of-stroke damping, while the newer MBLC line introduces an adjustable air cushion if your application demands finer deceleration.
| Model | AirTAC MAL40X25-S-CM (Discontinued) → MBL40X25-S-CM |
|---|---|
| Series | MAL aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder (discontinued) |
| Replacement | MBL40X25-S-CM |
| 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-S-CM 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-S-CM 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 at 0.5 MPa to eject small plastic parts from tight mold cavities where a full-size cylinder cannot fit.
Uses the short 25 mm stroke to rapidly actuate a diverting gate on a packaging conveyor, handling high-speed routing tasks.
Delivers robust pull force (528 N at 0.5 MPa) to pull and latch heavy cardboard carton lids securely on a packaging line.
To replace the MAL40X25-S-CM, order the MBL40X25-S-CM. Confirm your 40 mm bore, 25 mm stroke, G1/4 port, and CM round-end back cover. Because this unit has the -S magnet, plan to swap your legacy CS1-M or DS1-M reed switches for the modern CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG sensors used on the MBL. The 16 mm carbon-steel rod with hard chrome plating handles high axial loads, but a plain cylinder does not hold position when air is lost; add an external rod lock for vertical or gravity-loaded tasks.
For sizing flexibility, you can step down to the 32 mm bore if your application requires less force, which provides 402 N of push at 0.5 MPa. If you need more power, note that 40 mm is the largest available bore in this mini round family, so exceeding 128 kgf at 1.0 MPa requires moving to a larger ISO profile cylinder. If your machinery requires precise end-stop deceleration rather than the fixed rubber bumper found here, specify the current MBLC series.
Upgrade checklist
Yes, the MAL40X25-S-CM is discontinued. The exact drop-in replacement is the MBL40X25-S-CM, which matches the 40 mm bore, 25 mm stroke, G1/4 port, and CM round-end cover. Note that the -S magnet on the MBL works with the newer CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG switches instead of the older CS1-M or DS1-M sensors.
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 when operated at the 1.0 MPa pressure limit.
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