This model is discontinued
AirTAC has phased out the MAL series. The drop-in replacement is MBL40X60CA — same bore, stroke, output force, port and mounting, so it fits the same application. Simply order the MBL40X60CA 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 MAL40X60CA (Discontinued) -> MBL40X60CA is a double-acting aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder with a Ø40mm bore and 60mm stroke, G1/4 air ports and a fixed rubber bumper. This model is discontinued — the drop-in replacement is the MBL40X60CA, which matches its bore, stroke, force and mounting.
The AirTAC MAL40X60CA is a discontinued double-acting aluminum mini round cylinder featuring a 40mm bore and 60mm stroke. It delivers a robust 628N push and 528N pull at 0.5MPa, scaling to 880N push at 0.7MPa. The exact drop-in replacement is the MBL40X60CA, matching the bore, stroke, output force, G1/4 port, and CA pivot mounting exactly.
This legacy unit uses threaded front and back covers on the barrel, whereas the current MBL upgrade features a riveted rolling-packed body. Because this specific SKU lacks the -S magnet option, it cannot support a position sensor. Additionally, the fixed rubber bumper absorbs end-of-stroke impact but does not lock the rod; you must use an external rod lock for position holding.
| Model | AirTAC MAL40X60CA (Discontinued) -> MBL40X60CA |
|---|---|
| Series | MAL aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder (discontinued) |
| Replacement | MBL40X60CA |
| Bore size | Ø40 mm |
| Stroke | 60 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 MBL40X60CA 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 MBL40X60CA 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). |
| ×60 | 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 at 0.5MPa to positively eject dense plastic parts from an injection molding die within a tight 60mm stroke.
Swings on its CA pivot bracket to actuate a heavy-duty lane divider gate, routing loaded pallets on a packaging conveyor.
Drives a mechanical folder arm at 30-800mm/s to tuck heavy cardboard flaps down before case sealing in a high-speed packing line.
To replace the MAL40X60CA, order the MBL40X60CA. Verify your 40mm bore, 60mm stroke, G1/4 port, PT thread form, and CA pivot back cover. Since this SKU has no -S magnet, it cannot accept a CS1-M or DS1-M sensor; if you need position detection, step up to an MBL40X60SCA, which uses the modern CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG switch family. If you need an adjustable air cushion instead of the fixed rubber bumper, specify the MBLC series.
For sizing flexibility, stepping down to the 32mm bore yields 402N push at 0.5MPa, while stepping up is not available as 40mm is the largest mini round size. The 16mm carbon-steel rod with 20um hard chrome plating offers minimal side-load tolerance; for this 60mm stroke, the CA pivot bracket is essential to accommodate arcing loads without bending the rod.
Upgrade checklist
Yes, the MAL series is discontinued. The exact drop-in replacement is the MBL40X60CA. It matches the 40mm bore, 60mm stroke, 128kgf max force, G1/4 port, and CA pivot mounting. The upgrade shifts from threaded covers to a riveted rolling-packed body.
The 40mm bore uses a G1/4 port and a 16mm rod with an M12x1.25 thread. At 0.5MPa it delivers 628N push and 528N pull. At 0.7MPa push is 880N. The theoretical maximum force is 128kgf at 1.0MPa.
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