This model is discontinued
AirTAC has phased out the MAL series. The drop-in replacement is MBL40X35SCM — same bore, stroke, output force, port and mounting, so it fits the same application. Simply order the MBL40X35SCM 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 MAL40X35SCM (Discontinued) → MBL40X35SCM is a double-acting aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder with a Ø40mm bore and 35mm stroke, G1/4 air ports and a fixed rubber bumper. This model is discontinued — the drop-in replacement is the MBL40X35SCM, which matches its bore, stroke, force and mounting.
The AirTAC MAL40X35SCM is a discontinued double-acting aluminum mini round cylinder engineered for compact spaces requiring high force. Delivering a push force of 628 N at 0.5 MPa, it features a 40mm bore, a 35mm stroke, and a G1/4 port. AirTAC replaced this legacy unit with the MBL40X35SCM, a drop-in alternative retaining the exact same output, port size, and CM round-end mounting interface.
This specific SKU includes a built-in magnet (-S) for position detection and a CM round-end back cover. The legacy MAL utilizes threaded front and back covers, whereas the modern MBL features a riveted rolling-packed body. Furthermore, the MAL -S magnet interfaces with older CS1-M or DS1-M reed switches, while the MBL replacement requires the current CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG sensor families. The cylinder relies on a fixed rubber bumper and a heterogeneous two-way seal that retains grease around the 16mm hard-chrome plated carbon-steel rod.
| Model | AirTAC MAL40X35SCM (Discontinued) → MBL40X35SCM |
|---|---|
| Series | MAL aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder (discontinued) |
| Replacement | MBL40X35SCM |
| Bore size | Ø40 mm |
| Stroke | 35 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 MBL40X35SCM 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 MBL40X35SCM 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). |
| ×35 | 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 a larger ISO 15552 profile cylinder cannot fit.
Uses the 35mm stroke to actuate a heavy redirect gate on a packaging line, relying on the robust 16mm rod to absorb repeated lateral impacts.
Cycles rapidly at up to 800 mm/s to fold heavy cardboard flaps during case sealing, utilizing the CM round-end cover to accommodate slight alignment shifts.
To replace the MAL40X35SCM, order the MBL40X35SCM. Verify your 40mm bore, 35mm stroke, G1/4 port, and PT tapered thread form. Retain the CM round-end back cover and your mounting accessory. Because this unit has the -S magnet, note that your older CS1-M and DS1-M switches are incompatible with the MBL body; you must upgrade to CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG sensors.
If sizing your application, the 32mm neighbor bore provides 402 N of push force at 0.5 MPa for lighter loads, while no larger standard mini-round bore exists in this family. The fixed rubber bumper softens end-of-stroke impacts but is not an adjustable cushion; if your application demands deceleration control, step up to the MBLC variant on the current line. A plain MAL or MBL cylinder does not hold its position when air pressure is lost, so install an external rod lock for vertical loads.
Upgrade checklist
Yes, the MAL40X35SCM is discontinued. The exact drop-in replacement is the MBL40X35SCM, which matches the 40mm bore, 35mm stroke, G1/4 port, and CM round-end cover. You will need to upgrade your position sensors, as the older CS1-M and DS1-M switches are replaced by CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG models on the MBL.
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 at 1.0 MPa.
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