This model is discontinued
AirTAC has phased out the MAL series. The drop-in replacement is MBL40X40SCM — same bore, stroke, output force, port and mounting, so it fits the same application. Simply order the MBL40X40SCM 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 MAL40X40SCM (Discontinued) -> MBL40X40SCM is a double-acting aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder with a Ø40mm bore and 40mm stroke, G1/4 air ports and a fixed rubber bumper. This model is discontinued — the drop-in replacement is the MBL40X40SCM, which matches its bore, stroke, force and mounting.
The AirTAC MAL40X40SCM is a discontinued double-acting aluminum mini round cylinder featuring a 40mm bore, 40mm stroke, a built-in magnet, and a CM round-end back cover. It delivers a robust 628 N push force at 0.5 MPa, making it suitable for compact actuation tasks. AirTAC replaced this legacy unit with the MBL40X40SCM, a true drop-in replacement retaining the exact same bore, stroke, output force, G1/4 port, and mounting footprint.
This specific SKU includes a -S magnet for position sensing, which pairs with the older CS1-M or DS1-M switches on the MAL body. When upgrading to the MBL, you must switch to the current CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG sensor family. Unlike the threaded front and back covers found on this discontinued MAL, the modern MBL utilizes a riveted rolling-packed body for structural rigidity. Both generations rely on a fixed rubber bumper to soften end-of-stroke impacts rather than an adjustable air cushion.
| Model | AirTAC MAL40X40SCM (Discontinued) -> MBL40X40SCM |
|---|---|
| Series | MAL aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder (discontinued) |
| Replacement | MBL40X40SCM |
| Bore size | Ø40 mm |
| Stroke | 40 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 MBL40X40SCM 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 MBL40X40SCM 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). |
| ×40 | 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 full-size ISO 15552 cylinder would not fit.
Drives a short 40mm diverter stroke on a packaging conveyor line, using the CM round-end cover to accommodate slight arcing motions during product sorting.
Applies precise 528 N pull force to draw a testing probe plate down onto printed circuit boards, utilizing the -S magnet to confirm retraction via a CS1-M sensor.
To replace the MAL40X40SCM, order the MBL40X40SCM and verify your 40mm bore, 40mm stroke, PT tapered port thread, and CM round-end back cover. Because this SKU includes the -S magnet, plan to swap your legacy CS1-M or DS1-M reed switches for the modern CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG sensors used on the MBL. The 40mm bore uses a 16mm carbon-steel rod with an M12x1.25 rod-end thread and a G1/4 port.
If you need to resize, stepping down to the 32mm bore yields 402 N of push force at 0.5 MPa, while stepping up is not an option within this mini series since 40mm is the largest available bore. Note that a plain rubber bumper does not hold the load if air pressure drops; for position holding, add an external rod lock or pilot-operated check valve. If your application requires adjustable end-cushioning to absorb the 128 kgf maximum kinetic energy, step up to the MBLC variant on the current line. Even at a 40mm stroke, the 16mm rod has low side-load tolerance, so ensure rigid CM mounting or an external guide for arcing loads.
Upgrade checklist
Yes, the MAL40X40SCM is discontinued. The exact drop-in replacement is the MBL40X40SCM, which matches the 40mm bore, 40mm stroke, 628 N force, G1/4 port, and CM mounting. You must upgrade your sensors, as the MAL -S magnet works with CS1-M or DS1-M switches, while the MBL uses CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG switches.
The 40mm bore uses a 16mm carbon-steel rod with an M12x1.25 rod-end thread. At 0.5 MPa it delivers 628 N push and 528 N pull force. At 0.7 MPa the push force is 880 N, and the maximum theoretical force is 128 kgf at 1.0 MPa.
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