This model is discontinued
AirTAC has phased out the MAL series. The drop-in replacement is MBL40X260SU — same bore, stroke, output force, port and mounting, so it fits the same application. Simply order the MBL40X260SU 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 MAL40X260SU (Discontinued) → MBL40X260SU is a double-acting aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder with a Ø40mm bore and 260mm stroke, G1/4 air ports and a fixed rubber bumper. This model is discontinued — the drop-in replacement is the MBL40X260SU, which matches its bore, stroke, force and mounting.
The AirTAC MAL40X260SU is a discontinued double-acting aluminum mini round cylinder engineered for compact spaces. Delivering 628 N of push force and 528 N of pull force at 0.5 MPa, it utilizes a Ø16 mm carbon-steel rod with 20 µm hard chrome plating to resist wear. The direct drop-in replacement is the MBL40X260SU, which matches the original 40 mm bore, 260 mm stroke, G1/4 port, and U flat-end back cover exactly.
This legacy SKU features a built-in magnet (-S) for position detection, originally designed for CS1-M or DS1-M reed switches. When upgrading to the MBL40X260SU, you must update to the current CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG sensor family. Additionally, the older MAL body relied on threaded front and back covers, whereas the modern MBL utilizes a riveted rolling-packed body for enhanced structural integrity. Both generations use a fixed rubber bumper rather than an adjustable cushion.
| Model | AirTAC MAL40X260SU (Discontinued) → MBL40X260SU |
|---|---|
| Series | MAL aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder (discontinued) |
| Replacement | MBL40X260SU |
| Bore size | Ø40 mm |
| Stroke | 260 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 MBL40X260SU 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 MBL40X260SU 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). |
| ×260 | 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 open and close a pneumatic chuck on a CNC lathe, fitting neatly into the tight machining envelope.
Uses the 260 mm stroke to index a loaded pallet off a conveyor line, relying on the rigid U flat-end back cover to handle the repetitive transfer motion.
Folds heavy cardboard flaps during case packing, where the 528 N pull force at 0.5 MPa retracts the mechanism rapidly without stalling.
To replace the MAL40X260SU, order the MBL40X260SU, confirming the 260 mm stroke, G1/4 port, and default PT tapered thread are retained. Because this SKU includes the -S magnet, plan to swap your legacy CS1-M or DS1-M switches for CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG sensors to fit the MBL groove. The U flat-end back cover provides a rigid rear mount for straightforward bulkhead attachment.
If you need to adjust your force output, stepping down to the 32 mm bore yields 402 N of push at 0.5 MPa, while stepping up is not possible as 40 mm is the largest in this mini series. Note that the fixed rubber bumper only softens end-of-stroke impact and does not lock the load; if you need adjustable cushioning, specify the current-line MBLC. Because the 260 mm stroke exceeds 300 mm thresholds, the 16 mm rod is susceptible to bending under lateral stress—use an external guide rail or a pivot mount to manage side loads. Remember that a plain cylinder drifts when air pressure is lost, so add an external rod lock for fail-safe position holding.
Upgrade checklist
Yes, the MAL40X260SU is discontinued. The exact drop-in replacement is the MBL40X260SU, which preserves the 40 mm bore, 260 mm stroke, G1/4 port, and U flat-end cover. You simply order the MBL equivalent for the same mounting footprint and output force.
At 0.5 MPa, this 40 mm bore cylinder delivers 628 N push and 528 N pull, increasing to 880 N push at 0.7 MPa, with a maximum theoretical force of 128 kgf at 1.0 MPa. Because this model includes a -S magnet, it works with legacy CS1-M or DS1-M switches, but the MBL replacement requires CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG sensors.
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