This model is discontinued
AirTAC has phased out the MAL series. The drop-in replacement is MBL40X65SCM — same bore, stroke, output force, port and mounting, so it fits the same application. Simply order the MBL40X65SCM 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 MAL40X65SCM (Discontinued) -> MBL40X65SCM 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 MBL40X65SCM, which matches its bore, stroke, force and mounting.
The AirTAC MAL40X65SCM is a discontinued double-acting aluminum mini round cylinder with a 40mm bore and 65mm stroke, delivering 628N push and 528N pull at 0.5MPa. AirTAC replaced it with the MBL40X65SCM, a drop-in alternative retaining the exact G1/4 port, M12x1.25 rod thread, and CM round-end back cover. The legacy MAL used threaded front and back covers on the barrel, whereas the current MBL features a riveted rolling-packed body for equally robust performance.
Because this SKU includes the -S magnet, it originally worked with CS1-M and DS1-M reed switches to detect rod position. When upgrading to the MBL40X65SCM, you must update to the current CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG sensor family. The cylinder relies on a fixed rubber bumper to soften end-of-stroke impacts, and its heterogeneous two-way seal retains grease for long-term lubrication.
| Model | AirTAC MAL40X65SCM (Discontinued) -> MBL40X65SCM |
|---|---|
| Series | MAL aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder (discontinued) |
| Replacement | MBL40X65SCM |
| 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 MBL40X65SCM 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 MBL40X65SCM 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.
Provides 628N of push force at 0.5MPa to eject small plastic parts from injection molds, utilizing the CM round-end cover for pivot tolerance.
Diverts small cardboard cartons on a conveyor using the 65mm stroke, with the -S magnet triggering a DS1-M sensor to confirm the diversion arm position.
Acts as a sorting gate for small metal components on a vibratory bowl feeder, where the 528N pull force at 0.5MPa reliably retracts the gate against friction.
To replace the MAL40X65SCM, order the MBL40X65SCM and verify your PT port threads, CM round-end back cover, and magnet sensor compatibility. The -S magnet on the MAL requires CS1-M or DS1-M switches; the MBL replacement mandates CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG sensors. If your application needs adjustable air cushioning rather than the fixed rubber bumper, step up to the MBLC series. A plain cylinder drifts when air is lost, so use an external rod lock for position holding.
For sizing flexibility, the next size down is the 32mm bore (402N push at 0.5MPa), and the next size up is the 50mm bore (confirm from datasheet). The 65mm stroke is under 300mm, so side-load risks are minimal, but the 16mm carbon-steel rod with 20um hard chrome plating still requires alignment to prevent premature seal wear.
Upgrade checklist
Yes, the MAL40X65SCM is discontinued. The exact drop-in replacement is the MBL40X65SCM, which matches the 40mm bore, 65mm stroke, G1/4 port, and CM round-end mounting. You will need to update your sensors from the older CS1-M or DS1-M to the current CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG switches.
At 0.5MPa, the push force is 628N and the pull force is 528N. At 0.7MPa, the push force is 880N, with a maximum theoretical force of 128kgf at 1.0MPa. It operates on filtered air at 0.1-1.0MPa, runs at 30-800mm/s, and uses a fixed rubber bumper.
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