This model is discontinued
AirTAC has phased out the MAL series. The drop-in replacement is MBLD32X55 — same bore, stroke, output force, port and mounting, so it fits the same application. Simply order the MBLD32X55 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 MALD32X55
The AirTAC Airtac MALD Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MALD32X55 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 MBLD32X55, matching bore, stroke, force and mounting.
- BoreØ32 mm
- Stroke55 mm
- Port sizeG1/8
- Acting typeDouble acting, double rod
- Rod threadM10×1.25
- StatusDiscontinued → MBLD32X55
About the Airtac MALD Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MALD32X55
The AirTAC MALD32X55 is a discontinued double-acting, double-rod mini cylinder. A rod exits both ends, delivering equal force both ways at 346 N at 0.5 MPa. The exact drop-in replacement is the MBLD32X55, matching the 32 mm bore, 55 mm stroke, G1/8 port and mounting.
This SKU has no magnet (-S), so it cannot accept a position sensor. It uses fixed rubber bumpers instead of adjustable cushions. The original MALD features threaded covers, while the MBLD upgrade uses a riveted rolling-packed body. Twin rods prevent rotation and double the bearing load, letting the rear rod carry a secondary flag or cam.
Airtac MALD Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MALD32X55 Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MALD Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MALD32X55 |
|---|---|
| Series | MALD double-rod mini cylinder (discontinued) |
| Replacement | MBLD32X55 |
| Bore size | Ø32 mm |
| Stroke | 55 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 MBLD32X55 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 MBLD32X55 matches these values.
Model Code: Airtac MALD Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MALD32X55
| MALD | Double-rod aluminum mini cylinder, double acting (discontinued). |
|---|---|
| 32 | Bore size in mm (20/25/32/40). |
| ×55 | 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 MALD32X55 Is Used
PCB Edge Guiding
Uses the 346 N equal force to center printed circuit boards on a conveyor. The twin rods resist twist during the synchronous push, keeping the delicate panel aligned.
Dual-End Pick & Place
Drives a front gripper while the rear rod operates a mechanical ejector. The 55 mm stroke moves components quickly without requiring a separate secondary actuator.
Film Roll Braking
Applies constant tension on a packaging film unwind shaft. The fixed rubber bumper absorbs the 346 N end impact, preventing sudden snags during high-speed cycling.
Replacing the Airtac MALD Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MALD32X55 with MBLD32X55
To replace the MALD32X55, specify the MBLD32X55. Confirm the 32 mm bore, 55 mm stroke, G1/8 port, PT thread, and FA or LB mounting. There is no back cover or SDB option on this body. Because this SKU lacks the -S magnet, it cannot support a sensor; if you need position detection, step up to an MBLD32X55S and use CMSG/DMSG/EMSG switches instead of the older CS1-M/DS1-M.
Size on the equal force: this bore gives 346 N each way at 0.5 MPa. If you need less force, step down to the 25 mm bore (206 N each way). If you need more, step up to the 40 mm bore (528 N each way).
Upgrade checklist
- ✓ Order the MBLD32X55 (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 MBLD32X55 instead of this discontinued model.
Airtac MALD Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MALD32X55 FAQ
Yes, the MALD32X55 is discontinued. The exact drop-in replacement is the MBLD32X55, matching the 32 mm bore, 55 mm stroke, G1/8 port, and mounting. The MBLD uses a riveted rolling-packed body instead of threaded covers.
Because a rod exits both ends, the piston sees the same annulus area in both directions, making push and pull force equal. This SKU generates 346 N each way at 0.5 MPa, 484 N each way at 0.7 MPa, and a maximum of 70 kgf at 1.0 MPa. Note that this non-magnet version cannot take a sensor.
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