This model is discontinued
AirTAC has phased out the MAL series. The drop-in replacement is MBL40X50-S-CA-H — same bore, stroke, output force, port and mounting, so it fits the same application. Simply order the MBL40X50-S-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-S-CA-H (Discontinued) → MBL40X50-S-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-S-CA-H, which matches its bore, stroke, force and mounting.
The AirTAC MAL40X50-S-CA-H is a discontinued double-acting aluminum mini round cylinder. As the largest bore in the legacy MAL range, it delivers a robust 628 N push force at 0.5 MPa (880 N at 0.7 MPa) using a 16 mm hard-chrome plated carbon-steel rod. The exact drop-in replacement is the MBL40X50-S-CA-H, matching the 50 mm stroke, G1/4 port, and CA pivot mounting exactly.
This SKU includes a built-in magnet (-S) for position detection and a CA pivot back cover designed to swing on a pin for arcing loads. The legacy MAL body uses threaded front and back covers, whereas the modern MBL replacement features a riveted rolling-packed body. Additionally, the -S magnet on this MAL works with older CS1-M / DS1-M switches; upgrading to the MBL requires switching to the current CMSG / DMSG / EMSG sensor family. A fixed rubber bumper absorbs end-of-stroke impact, as the original line lacks adjustable cushions.
| Model | AirTAC MAL40X50-S-CA-H (Discontinued) → MBL40X50-S-CA-H |
|---|---|
| Series | MAL aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder (discontinued) |
| Replacement | MBL40X50-S-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-S-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-S-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.
Uses the 628 N push force at 0.5 MPa to knock stamped metal blanks out of a die, relying on the CA pivot to absorb slight angular misalignment during the rapid 50 mm strike.
Pushes dense cartons weighing up to 60 kg onto a secondary packaging line, where the G1/4 port allows high airflow for fast 50 mm retraction and extension.
Acts as a heavy-duty stop gate for loaded pallets, swinging into place via the CA clevis mount while the fixed rubber bumper softens the impact of sudden pallet contact.
To replace the MAL40X50-S-CA-H, order the MBL40X50-S-CA-H. It is a true drop-in swap: maintain the 40 mm bore, 50 mm stroke, PT threaded G1/4 port, and the CA clevis pivot. Because your code includes the -S magnet, prepare to upgrade your position sensing from the legacy CS1-M / DS1-M switches to the modern CMSG / DMSG / EMSG switches used on the MBL. The fixed rubber bumper is retained; if your application needs adjustable end-cushioning, step up to the MBLC variant on the current line.
For sizing flexibility, stepping down to the 32 mm bore reduces thrust to 402 N push at 0.5 MPa, while no larger MAL bore exists as this is the maximum size. Remember that a plain cylinder does not hold its position if air pressure drops—the rod will drift. For suspended loads, add an external rod lock or pilot-operated check valve. The 16 mm rod handles high axial loads well, but for any lateral forces, rely on the CA pivot to prevent side-load binding.
Upgrade checklist
Yes, the MAL40X50-S-CA-H is discontinued. The exact drop-in replacement is the MBL40X50-S-CA-H, which matches the 40 mm bore, 50 mm stroke, G1/4 port, and CA pivot mounting. The MBL uses a riveted rolling-packed body instead of threaded covers, and if you use the -S magnet, you must upgrade from the old CS1-M / DS1-M switches to the CMSG / DMSG / EMSG sensor family.
The 40 mm bore cylinder uses a 16 mm carbon-steel rod with an M12x1.25 rod-end thread. It delivers 628 N push and 528 N pull at 0.5 MPa, 880 N push at 0.7 MPa, and a maximum theoretical force of 128 kgf at 1.0 MPa. It operates on filtered air between 0.1-1.0 MPa at speeds of 30-800 mm/s.
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