This model is discontinued
AirTAC has phased out the MAL series. The drop-in replacement is MBL40X380CA — same bore, stroke, output force, port and mounting, so it fits the same application. Simply order the MBL40X380CA 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 MAL40X380CA (Discontinued) → MBL40X380CA is a double-acting aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder with a Ø40mm bore and 380mm stroke, G1/4 air ports and a fixed rubber bumper. This model is discontinued — the drop-in replacement is the MBL40X380CA, which matches its bore, stroke, force and mounting.
The AirTAC MAL40X380CA is a discontinued double-acting aluminum mini round cylinder engineered for compact spaces. Delivering 628 N of push force at 0.5 MPa across a 380 mm stroke, it features a robust Ø16 mm carbon-steel rod with 20 um hard-chrome plating to resist wear. The exact drop-in replacement is the MBL40X380CA, matching the original G1/4 port, CA pivot mounting, and 880 N thrust at 0.7 MPa.
This legacy SKU utilizes a CA pivot clevis back cover designed to swing on a pin, safely absorbing arcing loads throughout the 380 mm travel. Unlike the legacy threaded front and back covers found on the MAL, the modern MBL replacement features a riveted rolling-packed body for faster assembly. Because this specific configuration lacks a built-in magnet (-S), it cannot support position sensing without external physical switches.
| Model | AirTAC MAL40X380CA (Discontinued) → MBL40X380CA |
|---|---|
| Series | MAL aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder (discontinued) |
| Replacement | MBL40X380CA |
| Bore size | Ø40 mm |
| Stroke | 380 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 MBL40X380CA 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 MBL40X380CA 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). |
| ×380 | 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.
Pivots heavy cardboard routing flaps on a high-speed packaging conveyor using the CA clevis to accommodate the swing arc over 380 mm.
Moves a yarn tensioning bar deep into the weaving loom framework, relying on 628 N of push force to maintain fabric tightness.
Ejects bundled cartons off a roller palletizer bed, using the full 380 mm stroke to clear the machine footprint efficiently.
To replace the MAL40X380CA, order the MBL40X380CA to retain the identical 40 mm bore, 380 mm stroke, PT thread form, and CA clevis mount. If your application requires less force, step down to the 32 mm bore (402 N push at 0.5 MPa); if you need more power, note that 40 mm is the largest available mini round size in this family. At 380 mm of travel, the fixed rubber bumper softens end-of-stroke impacts, but the small rod diameter has low side-load tolerance—use the CA pivot or an external guide to prevent rod bending. For adjustable air cushioning not available on the MAL, specify the MBLC series. This plain cylinder will drift if air pressure is lost; add a pilot-operated check valve to hold a suspended load.
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Yes, the MAL40X380CA is discontinued. The exact drop-in replacement is the MBL40X380CA, which matches the 40 mm bore, 380 mm stroke, G1/4 port, and CA pivot mount. The MBL uses a riveted rolling-packed body instead of the older threaded covers, but maintains the same force ratings.
At 0.5 MPa, the push force is 628 N and the pull force is 528 N. At 0.7 MPa, the push force reaches 880 N. The maximum theoretical force is 128 kgf at 1.0 MPa. This SKU lacks a magnet, so it cannot use CS1-M or DS1-M sensors for position detection.
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