This model is discontinued
AirTAC has phased out the MAL series. The drop-in replacement is MBL40X70U — same bore, stroke, output force, port and mounting, so it fits the same application. Simply order the MBL40X70U 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 MAL40X70U (Discontinued) → MBL40X70U is a double-acting aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder with a Ø40mm bore and 70mm stroke, G1/4 air ports and a fixed rubber bumper. This model is discontinued — the drop-in replacement is the MBL40X70U, which matches its bore, stroke, force and mounting.
The AirTAC MAL40X70U is a discontinued double-acting aluminum mini round cylinder with a 40 mm bore and 70 mm stroke. It delivers a push force of 628 N and a pull force of 528 N at 0.5 MPa. The exact drop-in replacement is the MBL40X70U, which matches the original bore, stroke, output force, G1/4 port, and U flat-end back cover for a seamless machine upgrade.
This legacy SKU features a PT tapered port thread and a 16 mm carbon-steel rod with a 20 um hard-chrome plating, guided by a self-lubricating front-cover bearing. Because this specific model lacks the -S magnet option, it cannot accept a position sensor. The original MAL body uses threaded front and back covers, whereas the modern MBL replacement utilizes a riveted rolling-packed body for equally robust performance.
| Model | AirTAC MAL40X70U (Discontinued) → MBL40X70U |
|---|---|
| Series | MAL aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder (discontinued) |
| Replacement | MBL40X70U |
| Bore size | Ø40 mm |
| Stroke | 70 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 MBL40X70U 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 MBL40X70U 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). |
| ×70 | 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 70 mm stroke arm to fold heavy cardboard flaps on a packaging line, utilizing the 628 N push force at 0.5 MPa to overcome stiff corrugated material.
Pushes bronze bushings into aluminum housings on an automotive parts fixture, relying on the 16 mm hard-chrome plated rod and rigid U flat-end cover for straight, non-pivoting insertion.
Acts as a 70 mm extending stop block for lightweight pallets entering a wrapping station, using the 528 N pull force to retract cleanly out of the conveyor path.
To replace the MAL40X70U, order the MBL40X70U. Confirm the 40 mm bore, 70 mm stroke, G1/4 port, PT thread, and the U flat-end back cover are retained. If you need to step down in force, the 32 mm bore neighbor provides 402 N of push force at 0.5 MPa; stepping up is not possible as 40 mm is the largest MAL mini round size. If your application requires an adjustable air cushion rather than the fixed rubber bumper found on this MAL, specify the MBLC series on the current line. Because this SKU has no -S magnet, it cannot support a sensor; if you need position detection, order an MBL with the -S option and note that the modern MBL uses CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG switches instead of the older CS1-M or DS1-M sensors.
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Yes, the AirTAC MAL40X70U is discontinued. The exact drop-in replacement is the MBL40X70U, which offers the same 40 mm bore, 70 mm stroke, G1/4 port, and U flat-end mounting. The main difference is the MBL uses a riveted rolling-packed body instead of the older threaded covers.
The 40 mm bore provides a push force of 628 N and a pull force of 528 N at 0.5 MPa. At 0.7 MPa, the push force is 880 N. The maximum theoretical force is 128 kgf at 1.0 MPa.
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