This model is discontinued
AirTAC has phased out the MAL series. The drop-in replacement is MBL40X400-CM — same bore, stroke, output force, port and mounting, so it fits the same application. Simply order the MBL40X400-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 MAL40X400-CM (Discontinued) → MBL40X400-CM is a double-acting aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder with a Ø40mm bore and 400mm stroke, G1/4 air ports and a fixed rubber bumper. This model is discontinued — the drop-in replacement is the MBL40X400-CM, which matches its bore, stroke, force and mounting.
The AirTAC MAL40X400-CM is a discontinued double-acting aluminum mini round cylinder with a 40mm bore and 400mm stroke. It delivers 628N push and 528N pull at 0.5MPa, utilizing a G1/4 port and an M12x1.25 rod-end thread. The exact drop-in replacement is the MBL40X400-CM, matching the bore, stroke, force, port, and CM round-end back cover exactly.
This legacy model features a fixed rubber bumper and threaded front/back covers, whereas the modern MBL40X400-CM uses a riveted rolling-packed body. Because this specific SKU lacks an -S magnet, it cannot support a position sensor. Note that the 400mm stroke on a 16mm rod demands external guidance to prevent rod bending under side loads.
| Model | AirTAC MAL40X400-CM (Discontinued) → MBL40X400-CM |
|---|---|
| Series | MAL aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder (discontinued) |
| Replacement | MBL40X400-CM |
| Bore size | Ø40 mm |
| Stroke | 400 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 MBL40X400-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 MBL40X400-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). |
| ×400 | 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.
Actuates a 400mm divert gate on a packaging conveyor, providing 628N push at 0.5MPa to reliably shift heavy pallets onto a side lane.
Opens and closes a 40mm bore CNC lathe safety door across a 400mm span, using the CM round-end to accommodate slight pivot misalignment.
Pushes corrugated cartons into a strapping machine, traveling 400mm with 528N pull retraction to reset the pusher plate quickly.
To replace the MAL40X400-CM, order the MBL40X400-CM. Verify your 40mm bore, 400mm stroke, G1/4 port, PT thread, and CM round-end back cover. If you need position sensing, you must step up to an -S variant, which changes the sensor family from the legacy CS1-M/DS1-M to the modern CMSG/DMSG/EMSG switches. If a cushion is required, select the MBLC series since the MAL only has a fixed rubber bumper.
For sizing flexibility, stepping down to the 32mm bore yields 402N push at 0.5MPa, while stepping up to the 50mm bore provides higher force (though it leaves the mini round family). Because the 400mm stroke exceeds 300mm, side-load tolerance is low; use an external guide or pivot to prevent rod deflection. A plain MBL does not hold a load when air is lost, so add an external rod lock for vertical safety.
Upgrade checklist
Yes, the MAL40X400-CM is discontinued. The exact drop-in replacement is the MBL40X400-CM, which matches the 40mm bore, 400mm stroke, G1/4 port, and CM round-end back cover. The MBL upgrades the body to a riveted rolling-packed design.
The force ratings are 628N push and 528N pull at 0.5MPa, 880N push at 0.7MPa, and a maximum of 128kgf at 1.0MPa. Because this SKU lacks the -S magnet, it cannot support a position sensor; legacy -S models used CS1-M/DS1-M switches, while the MBL uses CMSG/DMSG/EMSG.
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