This model is discontinued
AirTAC has phased out the MAL series. The drop-in replacement is MBL40X50-CA-H — same bore, stroke, output force, port and mounting, so it fits the same application. Simply order the MBL40X50-CA-H 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 MAL40X50-CA-H (Discontinued) -> MBL40X50-CA-H is a double-acting aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder with a Ø40mm bore and 50mm stroke, G1/4 air ports and a fixed rubber bumper. This model is discontinued — the drop-in replacement is the MBL40X50-CA-H, which matches its bore, stroke, force and mounting.
The AirTAC MAL40X50-CA-H is a discontinued double-acting aluminum mini round cylinder. It delivers 628 N of push force and 528 N of pull force at 0.5 MPa, utilizing a 16 mm carbon-steel rod with a 20 um hard-chrome plating. The exact drop-in replacement is the MBL40X50-CA-H, matching the 40 mm bore, 50 mm stroke, G1/4 port, and CA pivot mounting exactly.
This legacy unit features a CA pivot back cover designed to swing on a pin for arcing loads. The original MAL body uses threaded front and back covers, whereas the modern MBL replacement uses a riveted rolling-packed body. Because this SKU lacks an -S magnet, it cannot support a position sensor; if detection is needed, the MBL equivalent with an S option is required, utilizing current CMSG or DMSG switches instead of the older CS1-M series.
| Model | AirTAC MAL40X50-CA-H (Discontinued) -> MBL40X50-CA-H |
|---|---|
| Series | MAL aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder (discontinued) |
| Replacement | MBL40X50-CA-H |
| Bore size | Ø40 mm |
| Stroke | 50 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 MBL40X50-CA-H 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 MBL40X50-CA-H 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). |
| ×50 | 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.
Diverts pallets onto a secondary conveyor line using 628 N of push force, relying on the CA pivot bracket to absorb the slight angular misalignment during the transfer arc.
Pushes small stamped metal parts out of a die cavity, where the 528 N pull force safely retracts the 16 mm rod against tooling drag.
Folds major flaps on packaging lines, utilizing the fixed rubber bumper to soften the 50 mm stroke impact without requiring an adjustable cushion.
To replace the MAL40X50-CA-H, order the MBL40X50-CA-H. Confirm the 40 mm bore, 50 mm stroke, PT tapered port thread, and the CA pivot back cover. Since this SKU has no -S magnet, it cannot accept a sensor; if you need position detection, specify the MBL40X50-S-CA and use CMSG or DMSG switches. The MAL uses a fixed rubber bumper, so if your application requires an adjustable air cushion, step up to the MBLC40X50-CA model.
For sizing flexibility, stepping down to the 32 mm bore yields 402 N push at 0.5 MPa, while stepping up to a 50 mm profile cylinder provides higher force. A plain MBL does not hold its load when air is lost; the rod drifts, so use an external rod lock for vertical positioning. The 16 mm rod offers moderate side-load tolerance, but for arcing dynamics, the CA clevis is ideal.
Upgrade checklist
Yes, the MAL40X50-CA-H is discontinued. The exact drop-in replacement is the MBL40X50-CA-H, which matches the 40 mm bore, 50 mm stroke, G1/4 port, and CA pivot mounting. The modern MBL uses a riveted rolling-packed body instead of the older threaded covers.
At 0.5 MPa, it provides 628 N push and 528 N pull. At 0.7 MPa, push is 880 N, with a theoretical max of 128 kgf at 1.0 MPa. Because this specific SKU lacks the -S magnet, it cannot take a position sensor; the MBL-S replacement uses CMSG or DMSG switches.
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