This model is discontinued
AirTAC has phased out the MAL series. The drop-in replacement is MBL40X800U — same bore, stroke, output force, port and mounting, so it fits the same application. Simply order the MBL40X800U 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 MAL40X800U (Discontinued) -> MBL40X800U is a double-acting aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder with a Ø40mm bore and 800mm stroke, G1/4 air ports and a fixed rubber bumper. This model is discontinued — the drop-in replacement is the MBL40X800U, which matches its bore, stroke, force and mounting.
The AirTAC MAL40X800U is a discontinued double-acting aluminum mini round cylinder with a 40mm bore and 800mm stroke. Because 800mm exceeds the 500mm standard limit, this is a made-to-order non-standard stroke. It delivers 628N push and 528N pull at 0.5MPa, scaling to 880N push at 0.7MPa. AirTAC replaced the MAL series with the MBL line, making the MBL40X800U the exact drop-in replacement sharing the same force, G1/4 port, and mounting interface.
This legacy SKU features a U flat-end back cover for rigid, non-pivoting assembly and lacks a magnet, meaning it cannot accept a position sensor. The original MAL body uses threaded front and back covers, whereas the current MBL replacement utilizes a riveted rolling-packed body. The 16mm carbon-steel rod has 20um hard-chrome plating guided by a self-lubricating bearing, while a heterogeneous two-way seal retains grease for long service life.
| Model | AirTAC MAL40X800U (Discontinued) -> MBL40X800U |
|---|---|
| Series | MAL aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder (discontinued) |
| Replacement | MBL40X800U |
| Bore size | Ø40 mm |
| Stroke | 800 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 MBL40X800U 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 MBL40X800U 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). |
| ×800 | 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.
Pushes heavy cartons across a 800mm belt width using 628N of thrust at 0.5MPa, relying on the rigid U flat-end back cover to maintain alignment during high-speed transfers.
Extends 800mm to reposition heavy fabric beams between dyeing stations, utilizing the 40mm bore's 880N push at 0.7MPa to move substantial masses smoothly.
Transfers loaded pallet trays deep into high-density storage racks, where the 800mm stroke reaches distant slots and the fixed rubber bumper absorbs the end-of-stroke impact.
To replace the MAL40X800U, order the MBL40X800U. Confirm your 40mm bore, 800mm non-standard stroke, G1/4 port, PT thread, and U flat-end back cover. This SKU has no -S magnet, so it cannot support a sensor; if you need position detection, step up to an MBL40X800US and migrate to the modern CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG switch family (the older CS1-M/DS1-M sensors are retired with the MAL line). If you need adjustable end-cushioning for this long stroke, look at the MBLC40X800U variant, as the MAL only offers a fixed rubber bumper.
For sizing flexibility, you can step down to the 32mm bore (delivering 402N push at 0.5MPa) if your load is lighter, or step up to the 50mm profile cylinder class if you need more force. At 800mm, the 16mm rod is highly susceptible to bending under side-loads; use an external guide rail or a pivot mount to prevent rod damage. A plain bumper does not hold position if air pressure drops, so add a pilot-operated check valve for load holding.
Upgrade checklist
Yes, the MAL40X800U is discontinued. The exact drop-in replacement is the MBL40X800U, which matches the 40mm bore, 800mm stroke, G1/4 port, and U flat-end mounting. The MBL upgrades the body to a riveted rolling-packed design from the original threaded covers.
At 0.5MPa, the push force is 628N and the pull force is 528N. At 0.7MPa, the push force is 880N. The maximum theoretical force is 128kgf at 1.0MPa. Note that the 800mm stroke is a non-standard made-to-order length exceeding the 500mm standard maximum.
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