This model is discontinued
AirTAC has phased out the MAL series. The drop-in replacement is MBL40X50-S-CM — same bore, stroke, output force, port and mounting, so it fits the same application. Simply order the MBL40X50-S-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 MAL40X50-S-CM (Discontinued) → MBL40X50-S-CM 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-CM, which matches its bore, stroke, force and mounting.
The AirTAC MAL40X50-S-CM is a discontinued double-acting aluminum mini round cylinder with a 40mm bore and 50mm stroke. It delivers 628N push and 528N pull at 0.5MPa. The exact drop-in replacement is the MBL40X50-S-CM, matching the force, G1/4 port, and CM round-end back cover.
This legacy unit features a -S magnet for position sensing. The original MAL works with older CS1-M or DS1-M switches, but the MBL successor transitions to current CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG sensors. The classic MAL uses threaded front and back covers, whereas the modern MBL utilizes a riveted rolling-packed body. Both share a fixed rubber bumper and a carbon-steel rod with 20um hard-chrome plating.
| Model | AirTAC MAL40X50-S-CM (Discontinued) → MBL40X50-S-CM |
|---|---|
| Series | MAL aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder (discontinued) |
| Replacement | MBL40X50-S-CM |
| 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-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 MBL40X50-S-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). |
| ×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.
Drives ejection pins on a 50-ton injection molding press, utilizing the 628N push force at 0.5MPa to reliably break plastic parts free from the tool cavity.
Actuates a swing arm diverter on a packaging conveyor, where the 50mm stroke rapidly pushes cardboard cartons onto an adjacent spur line without lag.
Lowers an array of spring test probes onto printed circuit boards, relying on the -S magnet and CS1-M sensor to confirm the fixture is safely closed before high-voltage measurement begins.
To replace the MAL40X50-S-CM, order the MBL40X50-S-CM. Confirm the 40mm bore, 50mm stroke, G1/4 port, and default PT tapered thread. Retain the CM round-end back cover and factor in the sensor switch change from CS1-M/DS1-M to CMSG/DMSG/EMSG. If your application requires an adjustable air cushion rather than the standard fixed rubber bumper, step up to the MBLC variant on the current line.
For sizing flexibility, stepping down to the 32mm bore yields 402N push at 0.5MPa, while no larger standard MAL mini bore exists. Remember that a plain cylinder does not hold its load if air pressure drops; the bumper softens end-of-stroke impact but acts purely as an elastomer stop, not a mechanical lock.
Upgrade checklist
Yes, the MAL40X50-S-CM is discontinued. The exact drop-in replacement is the MBL40X50-S-CM. It matches the 40mm bore, 50mm stroke, 628N force, G1/4 port, and CM round-end mount. You simply order the MBL40X50-S-CM, but note the -S magnet requires newer CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG switches instead of the older CS1-M or DS1-M sensors.
At 0.5MPa it provides 628N push and 528N pull. At 0.7MPa the push force is 880N, with a maximum theoretical force of 128kgf at 1.0MPa. It operates on filtered air from 0.1-1.0MPa, runs at 30-800mm/s, and features a 16mm carbon-steel rod with an M12x1.25 thread.
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