This model is discontinued
AirTAC has phased out the MAL series. The drop-in replacement is MBL40X900-S-CA — same bore, stroke, output force, port and mounting, so it fits the same application. Simply order the MBL40X900-S-CA 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 MAL40X900-S-CA (Discontinued) -> MBL40X900-S-CA is a double-acting aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder with a Ø40mm bore and 900mm stroke, G1/4 air ports and a fixed rubber bumper. This model is discontinued — the drop-in replacement is the MBL40X900-S-CA, which matches its bore, stroke, force and mounting.
The AirTAC MAL40X900-S-CA is a discontinued double-acting aluminum mini round cylinder with a 40mm bore and a 900mm non-standard made-to-order stroke. It delivers 628N push and 528N pull at 0.5MPa, scaling to 880N push at 0.7MPa. The exact drop-in replacement is the MBL40X900-S-CA, matching the bore, stroke, G1/4 port, and CA pivot mounting exactly.
This legacy unit features a built-in -S magnet for position sensing with older CS1-M or DS1-M switches, while the MBL replacement upgrades you to current CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG sensors. The original MAL body uses threaded front and back covers, whereas the modern MBL utilizes a riveted rolling-packed body for equally robust performance. A fixed rubber bumper absorbs end-of-stroke impact, though it cannot hold the load if air pressure drops.
| Model | AirTAC MAL40X900-S-CA (Discontinued) -> MBL40X900-S-CA |
|---|---|
| Series | MAL aluminum-barrel mini round cylinder (discontinued) |
| Replacement | MBL40X900-S-CA |
| Bore size | Ø40 mm |
| Stroke | 900 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 MBL40X900-S-CA 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 MBL40X900-S-CA 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). |
| ×900 | 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.
Uses the 900mm stroke and CA pivot to shift heavy warp beams on an arcing path, utilizing the 628N push force at 0.5MPa.
Extends across a wide conveyor lane to push defective pallets, relying on the 880N force at 0.7MPa to overcome friction.
Raises a lightweight access door using the full 900mm travel, requiring the -S magnet and CS1-M switches to confirm door closure.
To replace the MAL40X900-S-CA, order the MBL40X900-S-CA, confirming the 40mm bore, 900mm stroke, M12x1.25 rod-end thread, G1/4 port, and CA pivot back cover. Because this is a non-standard stroke over 500mm, expect a made-to-order lead time. If you need to step down, the 32mm bore neighbor offers 402N push at 0.5MPa; stepping up is not possible as 40mm is the largest in this mini series.
At 900mm, the 16mm carbon-steel rod is highly susceptible to bending under side-loads, so a CA pivot mounting or an external guide rail is mandatory. The fixed rubber bumper is not an adjustable cushion, so if deceleration is critical, look at the MBLC variant. A plain cylinder drifts when air is lost, so add an external rod lock for position holding.
Upgrade checklist
Yes, the MAL40X900-S-CA is discontinued. The exact drop-in replacement is the MBL40X900-S-CA, offering identical bore, stroke, force, G1/4 port, and CA pivot mounting. Note that the -S magnet on the new MBL works with CMSG/DMSG/EMSG sensors instead of the older CS1-M/DS1-M switches.
The 40mm bore provides 628N push and 528N pull at 0.5MPa, 880N push at 0.7MPa, and a maximum theoretical force of 128kgf at 1.0MPa. It uses a fixed rubber bumper for end-of-stroke impact absorption, not an adjustable cushion. If adjustable cushioning is required, you must step up to the MBLC variant.
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