This model is discontinued
AirTAC has phased out the MAL series. The drop-in replacement is MBL40X65CA — same bore, stroke, output force, port and mounting, so it fits the same application. Simply order the MBL40X65CA 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 MAL40X65CA (Discontinued) -> MBL40X65CA is a double-acting aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder with a Ø40mm bore and 65mm stroke, G1/4 air ports and a fixed rubber bumper. This model is discontinued — the drop-in replacement is the MBL40X65CA, which matches its bore, stroke, force and mounting.
The AirTAC MAL40X65CA is a discontinued double-acting aluminum mini round cylinder featuring a 40mm bore and 65mm stroke. It delivers a robust 628 N push force at 0.5 MPa, utilizing a G1/4 port and a 16mm carbon-steel rod with a 20 um hard-chrome plating. The exact drop-in replacement is the MBL40X65CA, which matches the original bore, stroke, output force, port size, and CA pivot mounting for a seamless swap.
This legacy SKU uses a CA pivot back cover, meaning the cylinder body swings on a pin to absorb arcing loads along the stroke path. Unlike the older MAL design with threaded front and back covers, the modern MBL replacement features a riveted rolling-packed body. Because this specific configuration lacks the -S magnet option, it cannot accept a CS1-M or DS1-M position sensor. Furthermore, the internal fixed rubber bumper softens end-of-stroke impacts but does not lock the rod; if air pressure drops, the load will drift.
| Model | AirTAC MAL40X65CA (Discontinued) -> MBL40X65CA |
|---|---|
| Series | MAL aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder (discontinued) |
| Replacement | MBL40X65CA |
| Bore size | Ø40 mm |
| Stroke | 65 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 MBL40X65CA 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 MBL40X65CA 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). |
| ×65 | 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 the mechanical arms on a packaging line to fold corrugated carton flaps, utilizing the 628 N push force to overcome cardboard spring-back.
Opens and closes heavy sliding machine tool doors, where the CA pivot bracket accommodates slight angular misalignment during the 65mm travel.
Acts as a pivot-stop for incoming pallets on a roller conveyor, swinging down to halt 40kg product loads before the stacking station.
To replace the MAL40X65CA, order the MBL40X65CA. Verify that your setup matches the 40mm bore, 65mm stroke, G1/4 port, default PT tapered thread, and the CA pivot back cover. If you need to step down to a smaller size, the 32mm bore neighbor provides 402 N push at 0.5 MPa; if you need more force, note that 40mm is the largest available bore in this mini series, so you would need to jump to an ISO 15552 profile cylinder. Since this SKU has no -S magnet, you cannot mount a sensor; if position detection is required, upgrade to an MBL40X65SCA and switch to the current CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG sensor family. The fixed rubber bumper cannot be adjusted; for heavier loads requiring adjustable air cushioning, step up to the MBLC variant. Remember that a plain cylinder does not hold position pneumatically—add an external rod lock or pilot-operated check valve to prevent drift on losing air.
Upgrade checklist
Yes, the MAL40X65CA is discontinued. The exact drop-in replacement is the MBL40X65CA, which shares the same 40mm bore, 65mm stroke, G1/4 port, and CA pivot mounting. The MBL upgrades the body to a riveted rolling-pack design while retaining all operational forces.
At 0.5 MPa, it provides 628 N push and 528 N pull force, increasing to 880 N push at 0.7 MPa, with a theoretical maximum of 128 kgf at 1.0 MPa. Because this specific SKU lacks the -S magnet, it cannot accept a position sensor; the -S versions used CS1-M/DS1-M switches, while the MBL replacement uses CMSG/DMSG/EMSG sensors.
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