This model is discontinued
AirTAC has phased out the MAL series. The drop-in replacement is MBLD32X180 — same bore, stroke, output force, port and mounting, so it fits the same application. Simply order the MBLD32X180 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 MALD32X180
The AirTAC Airtac MALD Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MALD32X180 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 MBLD32X180, matching bore, stroke, force and mounting.
- BoreØ32 mm
- Stroke180 mm
- Port sizeG1/8
- Acting typeDouble acting, double rod
- Rod threadM10×1.25
- StatusDiscontinued → MBLD32X180
About the Airtac MALD Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MALD32X180
The AirTAC MALD32X180 is a discontinued double-acting, double-rod pneumatic cylinder. A 32 mm bore with a 180 mm stroke yields 346 N of equal force in both directions at 0.5 MPa. The direct drop-in replacement is the MBLD32X180, matching the bore, stroke, force, and port size exactly.
Because twin rods exit both ends, the annulus areas match, making push and pull forces identical while doubling the bearing surface to resist rotation. This specific SKU lacks the -S magnet option, so it cannot accept CS1-M or DS1-M position sensors. The original MALD features threaded covers, whereas the newer MBLD32X180 upgrades to a riveted rolling-packed body for a more robust assembly. End-of-stroke deceleration relies on a fixed rubber bumper, not an adjustable cushion.
Airtac MALD Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MALD32X180 Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MALD Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MALD32X180 |
|---|---|
| Series | MALD double-rod mini cylinder (discontinued) |
| Replacement | MBLD32X180 |
| Bore size | Ø32 mm |
| Stroke | 180 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 MBLD32X180 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 MBLD32X180 matches these values.
Model Code: Airtac MALD Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MALD32X180
| MALD | Double-rod aluminum mini cylinder, double acting (discontinued). |
|---|---|
| 32 | Bore size in mm (20/25/32/40). |
| ×180 | 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 MALD32X180 Is Used
PCB Depaneling Saw
Drives a synchronized cutting blade carriage on a depaneling router. The twin 12 mm rods provide the anti-rotation stability needed for a straight 180 mm cut, applying 346 N of consistent force at 0.5 MPa.
Textile Loom Beam Shift
Transfers heavy warp beams between creels. The equal push and pull force allows the cylinder to lift and lower the beam symmetrically without torque bias, while the rear rod mounts a mechanical cam to trip a limit valve.
Injection Mold Ejector
Ejects flat plastic parts from an injection mold. The double-rod design doubles the bearing surface to handle the 180 mm stroke without binding, while the fixed rubber bumper softens the end impact to protect delicate parts.
Replacing the Airtac MALD Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MALD32X180 with MBLD32X180
To replace the MALD32X180, order the MBLD32X180. Confirm the 32 mm bore, 180 mm stroke, G1/8 port, and PT thread form. Mounting uses the body directly, or FA flange and LB foot brackets—there is no back-cover or SDB option on this double-rod series. Because this SKU has no -S magnet, it cannot support a sensor; if rear-position sensing is required, you must step up to an MBLD32X180S and use the newer CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG switches instead of the legacy CS1-M/DS1-M.
Size the application using the equal force figures: 346 N at 0.5 MPa or 484 N at 0.7 MPa. If you need less force, step down to the 25 mm bore neighbor, which provides 206 N at 0.5 MPa. If you need more force, step up to the 40 mm bore, which delivers 528 N at 0.5 MPa. At 180 mm of stroke, ensure your external guide supports the load to prevent rod side-loading, as the fixed rubber bumper cannot absorb lateral impact.
Upgrade checklist
- ✓ Order the MBLD32X180 (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 MBLD32X180 instead of this discontinued model.
Airtac MALD Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MALD32X180 FAQ
Yes, the MALD32X180 is discontinued. The exact drop-in replacement is the MBLD32X180. It matches the 32 mm bore, 180 mm stroke, G1/8 port, and 346 N equal force. The MBLD32X180 upgrades the construction with a riveted rolling-packed body instead of the original threaded covers.
The double-rod design creates equal annulus areas on both sides, so push and pull forces match: 346 N at 0.5 MPa, 484 N at 0.7 MPa, and a maximum of 70 kgf at 1.0 MPa. Because this specific SKU lacks the -S magnet code, it cannot accept CS1-M or DS1-M position sensors; you would need the MBLD32X180S version for sensing.
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