This model is discontinued
AirTAC has phased out the MAL series. The drop-in replacement is MBLD32X10 — same bore, stroke, output force, port and mounting, so it fits the same application. Simply order the MBLD32X10 in place of this model. The MBLD replacement upgrades to a riveted rolling-packed body and CMSG / DMSG / EMSG sensors (the MAL used CS1-M / DS1-M).
Airtac MALD Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MALD32X10
The AirTAC Airtac MALD Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MALD32X10 is a double-acting, double-rod aluminum mini cylinder: a rod exits both ends of the Ø32mm bore, so push and pull force are equal. This model is discontinued — the drop-in replacement is the MBLD32X10, matching bore, stroke, force and mounting.
- BoreØ32 mm
- Stroke10 mm
- Port sizeG1/8
- Acting typeDouble acting, double rod
- Rod threadM10×1.25
- StatusDiscontinued → MBLD32X10
About the Airtac MALD Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MALD32X10
The AirTAC MALD32X10 is a discontinued double-acting, double-rod cylinder. A rod exits both ends of the 32mm bore, generating 346N of force in both push and pull directions at 0.5MPa. The direct drop-in replacement is the MBLD32X10, which matches the 10mm stroke, G1/8 port, and mounting footprint.
This SKU lacks the -S magnet option, so it cannot accept a position sensor. The original MALD uses threaded covers and CS1-M/DS1-M switches, while the MBLD upgrade features a riveted rolling-packed body and CMSG/DMSG/EMSG sensors. It relies on a fixed rubber bumper, not an adjustable cushion, and mounts directly on the body or via FA/LB brackets without a back cover.
Airtac MALD Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MALD32X10 Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MALD Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MALD32X10 |
|---|---|
| Series | MALD double-rod mini cylinder (discontinued) |
| Replacement | MBLD32X10 |
| Bore size | Ø32 mm |
| Stroke | 10 mm |
| Acting type | Double acting, double rod |
| Port size | G1/8 |
| Rod thread | M10×1.25 |
| 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 |
Double-rod types have no back-cover code and no SDB pivot; mount on the body, LB foot or FA flange. The MBLD32X10 carries the same ratings.
Output Force — Equal Both Ways (Ø32mm)
| Pressure | Push force | Pull force |
|---|---|---|
| 0.5 MPa | 346 N | 346 N |
| 0.7 MPa | 484 N | 484 N |
| Max (@1.0 MPa) | 70 kgf | |
A rod exits both ends, so the effective area — and force — is equal in both directions. The MBLD32X10 matches these values.
Model Code: Airtac MALD Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MALD32X10
| MALD | Double-rod aluminum mini cylinder, double acting (discontinued). |
|---|---|
| 32 | Bore size in mm (20/25/32/40). |
| ×10 | Stroke length in mm. |
| S | Optional magnet for a CS1-M / DS1-M sensor (MBLD uses CMSG/DMSG/EMSG). |
Replacement: MALD → MBLD. No back-cover (CA/U/CM) and no SDB on double-rod. Mounting: LB / FA.
Where the Airtac MALD Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MALD32X10 Is Used
PCB Edge Guiding
Uses the 346N equal force to clamp thin printed circuit boards during edge-routing, preventing panel chatter.
Dual-Pick Gripper
Mounts a mechanical jaw on the front rod and a synchronized ejector on the rear rod for simultaneous pick-and-place.
Connector Sorting
Resists rotation during the high-speed transfer of electronic connectors between testing stations.
Replacing the Airtac MALD Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MALD32X10 with MBLD32X10
To replace the MALD32X10, specify the MBLD32X10 and confirm the 32mm bore, 10mm stroke, G1/8 port, and PT thread form. Because this is a non-magnet SKU, you cannot mount a sensor; if sensing is required, step up to an MBLD32X10S and use CMSG/DMSG/EMSG switches instead of the old CS1-M/DS1-M. Size your application on the equal 346N force at 0.5MPa.
For sizing flexibility, stepping down to a 25mm bore yields 206N at 0.5MPa, while stepping up to a 40mm bore provides 528N at 0.5MPa. The 10mm stroke is very short, so side-load stress is minimal, but always ensure the twin rods are perfectly aligned to avoid binding.
Upgrade checklist
- ✓ Order the MBLD32X10 (same bore/stroke/force)
- ✓ Force equal both ways (346 N at 0.5 MPa)
- ✓ Twin rods for anti-rotation / rear flag
- ✓ No back cover / SDB — plan a body or FA/LB mount
- ✓ Sensor: swap CS1-M/DS1-M → CMSG/DMSG/EMSG
Installation & Maintenance Notes
- check Use clean air filtered to 40µm or finer.
- check Keep within 0.1 – 1.0 MPa operating pressure.
- check Protect both rod ends from side load on long strokes.
- check No back-cover / SDB on double-rod — use body / FA / LB.
- check Front/rear covers are threaded — not for field disassembly.
- check For new builds, specify the MBLD32X10 instead of this discontinued model.
Airtac MALD Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MALD32X10 FAQ
Yes, the MALD32X10 is discontinued. The exact drop-in replacement is the MBLD32X10, which matches the 32mm bore, 10mm stroke, G1/8 port, and 346N force.
The push and pull forces are equal: 346N at 0.5MPa, 484N at 0.7MPa, and a maximum of 70kgf at 1.0MPa. This specific SKU has no magnet, so it cannot take a sensor; you need the -S version for CS1-M/DS1-M switches.
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