This model is discontinued
AirTAC has phased out the MAL series. The drop-in replacement is MBL40X85SU — same bore, stroke, output force, port and mounting, so it fits the same application. Simply order the MBL40X85SU 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 MAL40X85SU (Discontinued) -> MBL40X85SU is a double-acting aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder with a Ø40mm bore and 85mm stroke, G1/4 air ports and a fixed rubber bumper. This model is discontinued — the drop-in replacement is the MBL40X85SU, which matches its bore, stroke, force and mounting.
The AirTAC MAL40X85SU is a discontinued double-acting aluminum mini round cylinder featuring a 40mm bore and an 85mm stroke. It delivers a robust 628 N push and 528 N pull at 0.5 MPa, utilizing a G1/4 port and an M12x1.25 rod-end thread. This specific SKU includes a U flat-end back cover for rigid mounting and a built-in magnet (-S) for position detection.
AirTAC replaced this legacy unit with the MBL40X85SU, a true drop-in alternative matching the exact bore, stroke, output force, port size, and mounting interface. The primary upgrade shifts from the MAL's threaded front and back covers to a riveted rolling-packed body on the MBL. Additionally, the older CS1-M and DS1-M switches used on this MAL -S magnet are retired; the MBL replacement utilizes the current CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG sensor families.
| Model | AirTAC MAL40X85SU (Discontinued) -> MBL40X85SU |
|---|---|
| Series | MAL aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder (discontinued) |
| Replacement | MBL40X85SU |
| Bore size | Ø40 mm |
| Stroke | 85 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 MBL40X85SU 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 MBL40X85SU 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). |
| ×85 | 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.
Separates flowing pallets on a packaging line using the 628 N push force at 0.5 MPa, while the U flat-end cover provides rigid rear alignment against vibration.
Kicks small stamped metal parts out of a die mold using the 85mm stroke, relying on the self-lubricating front-cover bearing guide to maintain smooth rod travel.
Folds corrugated cardboard flaps during case erecting, where the -S magnet enables a DS1-M sensor to trigger the next folding sequence.
To replace the MAL40X85SU, order the MBL40X85SU and verify your bore (40mm), stroke (85mm), G1/4 port, and PT thread are retained. Confirm the U flat-end back cover and -S magnet are specified. If your application requires a smaller force, step down to the 32mm bore (402 N push @0.5 MPa); if you need higher force, note that 40mm is the largest available size in this mini round series (128 kgf max @1.0 MPa). Because the 85mm stroke is below the 300mm threshold, rod bending is minimal, but the 16mm carbon-steel rod with 20 um hard chrome still has low side-load tolerance. The fixed rubber bumper softens end-of-stroke impacts but does not lock the rod; if air pressure drops, the load will drift. For an adjustable air cushion instead of a fixed bumper, step up to the current-line MBLC variant.
Upgrade checklist
Yes, the MAL40X85SU is discontinued. The exact drop-in replacement is the MBL40X85SU, which matches the 40mm bore, 85mm stroke, G1/4 port, U flat-end cover, and -S magnet. You must upgrade your sensors from the legacy CS1-M / DS1-M switches to the modern CMSG / DMSG / EMSG families.
The MAL40X85SU delivers 628 N push and 528 N pull at 0.5 MPa, and 880 N push at 0.7 MPa, with a maximum theoretical force of 128 kgf at 1.0 MPa. It operates at a speed range of 30-800 mm/s and uses a fixed rubber bumper, not an adjustable cushion.
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