This model is discontinued
AirTAC has phased out the MAL series. The drop-in replacement is MBL40X360SCA — same bore, stroke, output force, port and mounting, so it fits the same application. Simply order the MBL40X360SCA 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 MAL40X360SCA (Discontinued) → MBL40X360SCA is a double-acting aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder with a Ø40mm bore and 360mm stroke, G1/4 air ports and a fixed rubber bumper. This model is discontinued — the drop-in replacement is the MBL40X360SCA, which matches its bore, stroke, force and mounting.
The AirTAC MAL40X360SCA is a discontinued double-acting aluminum mini round cylinder with a 40mm bore and 360mm stroke, delivering 628N of push force at 0.5MPa. It features a CA pivot back cover designed to swing on a pin for arcing loads. The exact drop-in replacement is the MBL40X360SCA, which matches the bore, stroke, 880N push at 0.7MPa, G1/4 port, and CA mounting.
This legacy SKU includes a built-in magnet (-S) that pairs with older CS1-M or DS1-M switches; upgrading to the MBL requires migrating to current CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG sensors. The original MAL uses threaded front and back covers, whereas the MBL body utilizes a riveted rolling-packed construction. Both rely on a fixed rubber bumper for end-of-stroke impact rather than an adjustable cushion.
| Model | AirTAC MAL40X360SCA (Discontinued) → MBL40X360SCA |
|---|---|
| Series | MAL aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder (discontinued) |
| Replacement | MBL40X360SCA |
| Bore size | Ø40 mm |
| Stroke | 360 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 MBL40X360SCA 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 MBL40X360SCA 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). |
| ×360 | 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.
Drives the swinging top knife on a leather skiving machine, using the 628N push force and CA pivot to follow curved strap edges cleanly.
Actuates a hinged flow-diverter on a packaging conveyor, where the CA clevis accommodates the arcing motion of the flap without binding.
Pushes populated trays out of a routing station, using the 360mm stroke to clear the work area while the fixed bumper softens the eject impact.
To replace the MAL40X360SCA, order the MBL40X360SCA and verify your CA pivot pin, G1/4 port, PT thread, and M12x1.25 rod end. Because this SKU has the -S magnet, note the sensor family change from CS1-M/DS1-M to CMSG/DMSG/EMSG. If your application needs an adjustable air cushion instead of the fixed rubber bumper, step up to the MBLC variant on the current line.
At 360mm, this 16mm carbon-steel rod is highly susceptible to bending under side-loads; use an external guide rail or ensure the CA clevis is perfectly aligned. If you need less force, the 32mm bore neighbor provides 402N push at 0.5MPa. If you need more force, note that 40mm is the largest MAL mini-round size, so stepping up requires an ISO 15552 profile cylinder. A plain MBL will drift and drop its load when air is lost, so add an external rod lock or pilot-operated check valve if position holding is critical.
Upgrade checklist
Yes, the AirTAC MAL40X360SCA is discontinued. The exact drop-in replacement is the MBL40X360SCA, which offers the same 40mm bore, 360mm stroke, CA pivot mounting, G1/4 port, and 880N push force at 0.7MPa. You will need to update your sensors, as the MBL uses CMSG/DMSG/EMSG switches instead of the older CS1-M/DS1-M.
The full force set for this 40mm bore cylinder is 628N push and 528N pull at 0.5MPa, 880N push at 0.7MPa, and a theoretical maximum of 128kgf at 1.0MPa.
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