This model is discontinued
AirTAC has phased out the MAL series. The drop-in replacement is MBL40X55SCM — same bore, stroke, output force, port and mounting, so it fits the same application. Simply order the MBL40X55SCM 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 MAL40X55SCM (Discontinued) -> MBL40X55SCM is a double-acting aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder with a Ø40mm bore and 55mm stroke, G1/4 air ports and a fixed rubber bumper. This model is discontinued — the drop-in replacement is the MBL40X55SCM, which matches its bore, stroke, force and mounting.
The AirTAC MAL40X55SCM is a discontinued double-acting aluminum mini round cylinder. It delivers 628N push and 528N pull at 0.5MPa, peaking at 128kgf. The exact drop-in replacement is the MBL40X55SCM, matching the 40mm bore, 55mm stroke, G1/4 port, and CM round-end back cover.
This legacy unit features a 16mm carbon-steel rod with 20um hard chrome plating and a self-lubricating front-cover bearing guide. The -S magnet works with older CS1-M/DS1-M switches, whereas the MBL replacement uses CMSG/DMSG/EMSG sensors. The MAL uses threaded covers, while the MBL has a riveted rolling-packed body.
| Model | AirTAC MAL40X55SCM (Discontinued) -> MBL40X55SCM |
|---|---|
| Series | MAL aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder (discontinued) |
| Replacement | MBL40X55SCM |
| Bore size | Ø40 mm |
| Stroke | 55 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 MBL40X55SCM 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 MBL40X55SCM 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). |
| ×55 | 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 628N of push force at 0.5MPa to positively eject dense plastic parts from tight mold cavities.
Uses the 55mm stroke and CM round-end pivot to quickly actuate a routing flap on a compact packaging line.
Delivers rapid 30-800mm/s cycling to tuck top flaps prior to tape sealing in tight end-of-arm spaces.
To replace the MAL40X55SCM, order the MBL40X55SCM. Verify your PT port thread, CM round-end back cover, and the -S magnet, noting that the new MBL body requires CMSG/DMSG/EMSG switches instead of the older CS1-M/DS1-M family. If you need to step down, the 32mm bore offers 402N push at 0.5MPa; stepping up is not possible as 40mm is the largest MAL mini round size. The MAL uses a fixed rubber bumper, so order an MBLC if you need an adjustable air cushion. A plain cylinder drifts when air is lost, so add an external rod lock for vertical loads.
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Yes, the MAL40X55SCM is discontinued. The exact drop-in replacement is the MBL40X55SCM, offering the same 40mm bore, 55mm stroke, G1/4 port, and CM round-end mounting.
At 0.5MPa it provides 628N push and 528N pull; at 0.7MPa it provides 880N push, with a max theoretical force of 128kgf at 1.0MPa. The -S magnet works with older CS1-M/DS1-M switches, while the MBL replacement uses CMSG/DMSG/EMSG sensors.
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The MBL40X55SCM replaces this model 1:1.
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