This model is discontinued
AirTAC has phased out the MAL series. The drop-in replacement is MBL40X600-U — same bore, stroke, output force, port and mounting, so it fits the same application. Simply order the MBL40X600-U 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 MAL40X600-U (Discontinued) -> MBL40X600-U is a double-acting aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder with a Ø40mm bore and 600mm stroke, G1/4 air ports and a fixed rubber bumper. This model is discontinued — the drop-in replacement is the MBL40X600-U, which matches its bore, stroke, force and mounting.
The AirTAC MAL40X600-U is a discontinued double-acting aluminum mini round cylinder with a 40mm bore and 600mm stroke. It delivers 628N push and 528N pull at 0.5MPa. Because this 600mm stroke exceeds the 500mm standard limit, it was produced as a made-to-order item. The exact drop-in replacement is the MBL40X600-U, which matches the force, G1/4 port, and flat-end U cover.
This legacy MAL unit features a threaded front and back cover, whereas the modern MBL utilizes a riveted rolling-packed body. The U flat-end back cover provides rigid axial alignment. Note that this specific SKU lacks a magnet (-S), meaning it cannot accept a position sensor. The carbon-steel rod has a 20um hard-chrome plating, guided by a self-lubricating front-cover bearing.
| Model | AirTAC MAL40X600-U (Discontinued) -> MBL40X600-U |
|---|---|
| Series | MAL aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder (discontinued) |
| Replacement | MBL40X600-U |
| Bore size | Ø40 mm |
| Stroke | 600 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 MBL40X600-U 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 MBL40X600-U 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). |
| ×600 | 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 a 600mm sweep arm to fold large corrugated carton flaps on a packaging line, utilizing the 628N push force at 0.5MPa to overcome board stiffness.
Shifts heavy textile beams laterally between processing stations, where the 40mm bore and U flat-end cover provide the rigid axial push needed for heavy materials.
Stages palletized product layers onto a wrapping turntable, requiring the full 600mm extension to clear the conveyor path without hitting adjacent fixtures.
To replace the MAL40X600-U, order the MBL40X600-U. Confirm the 40mm bore, 600mm non-standard stroke, G1/4 port, PT thread, and the U flat-end back cover. If your machine requires adjustable end-cushioning to absorb the kinetic energy of this long stroke, step up to the MBLC40 series, as the MAL only has a fixed rubber bumper. If you need position sensing, you must order the MBL with an -S magnet, which will require upgrading to the current CMSG/DMSG/EMSG switch family instead of the legacy CS1-M/DS1-M sensors.
Sizing checks: if you need less force, the 32mm bore neighbor provides 402N push at 0.5MPa. If you need more force, 40mm is the largest MAL mini round size available. Because the 600mm stroke creates high rod bending moments on the 16mm rod, you must use an external guide rail to prevent side-load damage. A plain bumper does not hold the load if air pressure drops; install a pilot-operated check valve for fail-safe positioning.
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Yes, the MAL40X600-U is discontinued. The exact drop-in replacement is the MBL40X600-U. It offers the same 40mm bore, 600mm stroke, G1/4 port, and U flat-end mounting. The main physical change is that the MBL uses a riveted rolling-packed body instead of the older threaded covers.
At 0.5MPa it provides 628N push and 528N pull. At 0.7MPa the push force is 880N, with a theoretical maximum of 128kgf at 1.0MPa. Because this specific SKU lacks an -S magnet, it cannot accept a position sensor; you would need to order the MBL40X600S-U and use CMSG/DMSG/EMSG switches for detection.
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