This model is discontinued
AirTAC has phased out the MAL series. The drop-in replacement is MBLD40X35S — same bore, stroke, output force, port and mounting, so it fits the same application. Simply order the MBLD40X35S 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 MALD40X35S
The AirTAC Airtac MALD Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MALD40X35S 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 MBLD40X35S, matching bore, stroke, force and mounting.
- BoreØ40 mm
- Stroke35 mm
- Port sizeG1/4
- Acting typeDouble acting, double rod
- Rod threadM12×1.25
- StatusDiscontinued → MBLD40X35S
About the Airtac MALD Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MALD40X35S
The AirTAC MALD40X35S is a discontinued double-acting, double-rod mini cylinder. A rod exits both ends, yielding equal 528 N force both ways at 0.5 MPa. The exact drop-in replacement is the MBLD40X35S, matching the 40 mm bore, 35 mm stroke, G1/4 port, and mounting.
This -S SKU uses a CS1-M / DS1-M magnet sensor, which upgrades to CMSG / DMSG / EMSG on the MBLD. The MALD has threaded covers, whereas the MBLD features a riveted rolling-packed body. Twin rods resist rotation and double the bearing load, while the fixed rubber bumper softens end impacts without acting as a lock.
Airtac MALD Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MALD40X35S Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MALD Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MALD40X35S |
|---|---|
| Series | MALD double-rod mini cylinder (discontinued) |
| Replacement | MBLD40X35S |
| Bore size | Ø40 mm |
| Stroke | 35 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 MBLD40X35S 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 MBLD40X35S matches these values.
Model Code: Airtac MALD Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MALD40X35S
| MALD | Double-rod aluminum mini cylinder, double acting (discontinued). |
|---|---|
| 40 | Bore size in mm (20/25/32/40). |
| ×35 | 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 MALD40X35S Is Used
PCB Edge Deburring
Drives a guided deburring blade with equal 528 N force both ways, ensuring consistent cutter pressure on the forward and return strokes.
Injection Mold Ejection
Twin rods provide anti-rotation stability for ejecting plastic parts, using the rear rod to push a stripper plate without side-play.
Dual-End Tooling Slide
Mounts a cam on the rear rod to trip a CS1-M / DS1-M limit switch, sequencing a packaging machine while the front rod picks parts.
Replacing the Airtac MALD Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MALD40X35S with MBLD40X35S
Replace this MALD40X35S with the MBLD40X35S. Confirm the 40 mm bore, 35 mm stroke, G1/4 port, M12x1.25 rod-end thread, and FA/LB mounting (no back cover or SDB). The -S magnet requires changing from CS1-M / DS1-M to CMSG / DMSG / EMSG switches.
Size on the equal 528 N force (739 N at 0.7 MPa). To step down, the 32 mm bore provides 346 N at 0.5 MPa. As the largest available bore, 40 mm is the maximum size for this series.
Upgrade checklist
- ✓ Order the MBLD40X35S (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 MBLD40X35S instead of this discontinued model.
Airtac MALD Aluminum Alloy Mini Cylinder MALD40X35S FAQ
Yes, the MALD40X35S is discontinued. The exact drop-in replacement is the MBLD40X35S, which matches the 40 mm bore, 35 mm stroke, G1/4 port, and mounting. You must only update your sensor mounts, as the older CS1-M / DS1-M switches are replaced by CMSG / DMSG / EMSG on the MBLD.
Push and pull forces are equal because both rods exit the bore, meaning both sides see the same annulus area. The figures are 528 N push and 528 N pull at 0.5 MPa, 739 N both ways at 0.7 MPa, and a maximum of 108 kgf at 1.0 MPa.
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