This model is discontinued
AirTAC has phased out the MAL series. The drop-in replacement is MBL40X850-S-CM — same bore, stroke, output force, port and mounting, so it fits the same application. Simply order the MBL40X850-S-CM 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 MAL40X850-S-CM Discontinued → MBL40X850-S-CM is a double-acting aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder with a Ø40mm bore and 850mm stroke, G1/4 air ports and a fixed rubber bumper. This model is discontinued — the drop-in replacement is the MBL40X850-S-CM, which matches its bore, stroke, force and mounting.
The AirTAC MAL40X850-S-CM is a discontinued double-acting aluminum mini round cylinder with a 40mm bore and an 850mm non-standard made-to-order stroke. It delivers 628N push and 528N pull at 0.5MPa, utilizing a G1/4 port and a 16mm carbon-steel rod with 20um hard chrome plating. The exact drop-in replacement is the MBL40X850-S-CM, matching the bore, stroke, output force, port, and mounting interface exactly.
This legacy SKU features a built-in -S magnet for position sensing, which paired with older CS1-M or DS1-M switches; upgrading to the MBL requires the current CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG sensor family. The original MAL body used threaded front and back covers, whereas the modern MBL uses a riveted rolling-packed body. The CM round-end back cover accommodates arcing rod movements, and the fixed rubber bumper absorbs end-of-stroke impacts without acting as a position lock.
| Model | AirTAC MAL40X850-S-CM Discontinued → MBL40X850-S-CM |
|---|---|
| Series | MAL aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder (discontinued) |
| Replacement | MBL40X850-S-CM |
| Bore size | Ø40 mm |
| Stroke | 850 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 MBL40X850-S-CM 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 MBL40X850-S-CM 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). |
| ×850 | 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.
Ejects finished aluminum pallets from a machining center using 628N of push force at 0.5MPa, requiring the full 850mm stroke to clear the enclosure.
Shifts heavy warp beams across a loom aisle, where the CM round-end back cover safely accommodates slight angular misalignment during the long 850mm traverse.
Actuates a 40mm bore routing arm to push logistics totes between conveyor lanes, relying on the 16mm hard-chrome rod to resist corrosion in dusty environments.
To replace the MAL40X850-S-CM, order the MBL40X850-S-CM, ensuring you retain the CM round-end back cover and the -S magnet requirement for your CMSG/DMSG/EMSG sensors. If you need to step down force, the 32mm bore neighbor provides 402N push at 0.5MPa; if stepping up, note 40mm is the largest MAL mini round bore available. Because this 850mm stroke exceeds the 500mm standard, it is a non-standard order, and the extended 16mm rod is highly susceptible to bending under side loads—always use an external guide or pivot mount. If you need adjustable end-cushioning instead of the fixed rubber bumper, specify the MBLC variant on the current line. Note that a plain MBL cannot hold a load when air is lost; use an external rod lock for safety.
Upgrade checklist
Yes, the MAL40X850-S-CM is discontinued. The exact drop-in replacement is the MBL40X850-S-CM, which matches the 40mm bore, 850mm stroke, G1/4 port, and CM mounting. You must upgrade your position sensors from the old CS1-M/DS1-M to the CMSG/DMSG/EMSG family.
At 0.5MPa, the 40mm bore provides 628N push and 528N pull. At 0.7MPa, push force is 880N. The maximum theoretical force is 128kgf at 1.0MPa. The 850mm stroke is non-standard and made-to-order, exceeding the 500mm standard maximum.
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