This model is discontinued
AirTAC has phased out the MAL series. The drop-in replacement is MBL40X80SUFA — same bore, stroke, output force, port and mounting, so it fits the same application. Simply order the MBL40X80SUFA 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 MAL40X80SUFA (Discontinued) → MBL40X80SUFA is a double-acting aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder with a Ø40mm bore and 80mm stroke, G1/4 air ports and a fixed rubber bumper. This model is discontinued — the drop-in replacement is the MBL40X80SUFA, which matches its bore, stroke, force and mounting.
The AirTAC MAL40X80SUFA is a discontinued double-acting aluminum mini round cylinder with an 80mm stroke. Built for compact spaces, this 40mm bore unit delivers 628N push and 528N pull at 0.5MPa. AirTAC replaced it with the MBL40X80SUFA, a drop-in upgrade retaining the exact same force, G1/4 port, and FA flange footprint.
This SKU includes a U flat-end back cover for rigid rear mounting and an -S magnet. A key upgrade detail: the legacy MAL uses threaded front and back covers, whereas the MBL replacement features a riveted rolling-packed body. Furthermore, the -S magnet on this MAL works with older CS1-M/DS1-M switches, but the MBL successor requires current CMSG/DMSG/EMSG sensors. The rod is 16mm carbon steel with 20um hard chrome plating, guided by a self-lubricating bearing.
| Model | AirTAC MAL40X80SUFA (Discontinued) → MBL40X80SUFA |
|---|---|
| Series | MAL aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder (discontinued) |
| Replacement | MBL40X80SUFA |
| Bore size | Ø40 mm |
| Stroke | 80 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 MBL40X80SUFA 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 MBL40X80SUFA 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). |
| ×80 | 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 capping heads on a rotary bottling line using 628N of push force at 0.5MPa, fitting neatly within tight machinery guards.
Moves a light spindle assembly down into position for PCB drilling, relying on the rigid U flat-end rear mount for alignment.
Folds small cardboard flaps on a packaging conveyor, where the 80mm stroke and 528N pull force retract the arm quickly.
To replace the MAL40X80SUFA, order the MBL40X80SUFA and verify your FA flange and U flat-end back cover compatibility. Because this unit has the -S magnet, you must upgrade your CS1-M/DS1-M switches to the CMSG/DMSG/EMSG family. The G1/4 port and M12x1.25 rod thread remain identical.
If you need to step down, the 32mm bore neighbor provides 402N push at 0.5MPa; stepping up is not an option as 40mm is the largest mini round size. Note that a plain MBL does not hold a load when air is lost—the rod drifts. The MAL uses a fixed rubber bumper, not an adjustable cushion; if end-of-stroke energy control is required, step up to the MBLC variant. For any stroke of 300mm or more, add an external guide to prevent rod bending.
Upgrade checklist
Yes, the MAL40X80SUFA is discontinued. The exact drop-in replacement is the MBL40X80SUFA, which shares the identical 40mm bore, 80mm stroke, G1/4 port, FA flange, and U flat-end cover. You simply order the MBL equivalent.
At 0.5MPa it provides 628N push and 528N pull; at 0.7MPa push is 880N, with a maximum theoretical force of 128kgf at 1.0MPa. Because this SKU includes the -S magnet, it works with older CS1-M/DS1-M switches; the MBL replacement requires CMSG/DMSG/EMSG sensors.
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