This model is discontinued
AirTAC has phased out the MAL series. The drop-in replacement is MBLD40X160 — same bore, stroke, output force, port and mounting, so it fits the same application. Simply order the MBLD40X160 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 MALD40X160
The AirTAC Airtac MALD Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MALD40X160 is a double-acting, double-rod aluminum mini cylinder: a rod exits both ends of the Ø40mm bore, so push and pull force are equal. This model is discontinued — the drop-in replacement is the MBLD40X160, matching bore, stroke, force and mounting.
- BoreØ40 mm
- Stroke160 mm
- Port sizeG1/4
- Acting typeDouble acting, double rod
- Rod threadM12×1.25
- StatusDiscontinued → MBLD40X160
About the Airtac MALD Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MALD40X160
The AirTAC MALD40X160 is a discontinued double-acting, double-rod pneumatic cylinder. A rod exits both ends of the 40 mm bore, yielding equal push and pull force of 528 N each way at 0.5 MPa. The direct drop-in replacement is the MBLD40X160, matching the 160 mm stroke, G1/4 port, and mounting footprint.
This SKU has no -S magnet and cannot accept a position sensor. The original MALD uses threaded covers and fixed rubber bumpers, while the MBLD upgrades to a riveted rolling-packed body. Twin rods resist rotation and double the bearing load, allowing the rear rod to drive a secondary cam or tooling independently.
Airtac MALD Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MALD40X160 Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MALD Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MALD40X160 |
|---|---|
| Series | MALD double-rod mini cylinder (discontinued) |
| Replacement | MBLD40X160 |
| Bore size | Ø40 mm |
| Stroke | 160 mm |
| Acting type | Double acting, double rod |
| 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 |
Double-rod types have no back-cover code and no SDB pivot; mount on the body, LB foot or FA flange. The MBLD40X160 carries the same ratings.
Output Force — Equal Both Ways (Ø40mm)
| Pressure | Push force | Pull force |
|---|---|---|
| 0.5 MPa | 528 N | 528 N |
| 0.7 MPa | 739 N | 739 N |
| Max (@1.0 MPa) | 108 kgf | |
A rod exits both ends, so the effective area — and force — is equal in both directions. The MBLD40X160 matches these values.
Model Code: Airtac MALD Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MALD40X160
| MALD | Double-rod aluminum mini cylinder, double acting (discontinued). |
|---|---|
| 40 | Bore size in mm (20/25/32/40). |
| ×160 | 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 MALD40X160 Is Used
PCB Edge Deburring
Twin rods prevent chuck rotation during multi-axis deburring, keeping the 528 N force perfectly aligned across delicate circuit board edges.
Dual-End Pick-and-Place
The rear rod carries a secondary vacuum cup to pick a protective film while the front rod places a 160 mm spaced component, doubling cycle output.
Servo-Drive Brake
Applies equal 739 N clamping at 0.7 MPa from either direction to halt a servo axis, using the fixed rubber bumper to soften the 160 mm stroke impact.
Replacing the Airtac MALD Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MALD40X160 with MBLD40X160
Replace this MALD40X160 with the MBLD40X160. Confirm the 40 mm bore, 160 mm stroke, G1/4 port, PT thread, and FA or LB mounting. The MALD has no back cover or SDB option; mount directly on the body. Since this SKU lacks the -S magnet, it cannot hold a sensor; the MBLD upgrade requires CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG switches if sensing is added later.
Size your circuit on the equal 528 N force at 0.5 MPa. If you need less force, step down to the 32 mm bore (346 N @0.5 MPa). If you need more force, the 40 mm bore is the largest available in this series, so you must change platforms entirely.
Upgrade checklist
- ✓ Order the MBLD40X160 (same bore/stroke/force)
- ✓ Force equal both ways (528 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 MBLD40X160 instead of this discontinued model.
Airtac MALD Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MALD40X160 FAQ
Yes, the MALD40X160 is discontinued. The exact drop-in replacement is the MBLD40X160, matching the 40 mm bore, 160 mm stroke, G1/4 port, and equal 528 N force. The MBLD upgrades the body to a riveted rolling-packed design.
Because a rod exits both ends, the annulus area is identical on each side. Push and pull forces are equal: 528 N at 0.5 MPa, 739 N at 0.7 MPa, and a maximum of 108 kgf at 1.0 MPa. This SKU lacks the -S magnet, so it cannot take a sensor.
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