This model is discontinued
AirTAC has phased out the MALJ series. You can still order this code here: we ship the direct replacement MBLJ32X160-30-LB, with the same bore, stroke, output force, port and mounting, so it fits the same application. The MBLJ replacement upgrades to a riveted rolling-packed body and CMSG / DMSG / EMSG sensors (the MAL used CS1-M / DS1-M).
Airtac MALJ32 Adjustable Mini Cylinder MALJ32X160-30-LB
The AirTAC MALJ32 Adjustable Mini Cylinder MALJ32X160-30-LB is a double-acting aluminum mini cylinder with a rear adjustable-stroke stopper: you can trim up to 30 mm, giving a usable end-position window from 130 to 160 mm. This model is discontinued — the direct replacement is the MBLJ32X160-30-LB.
- BoreØ32 mm
- Stroke160 mm
- Adjust window130–160 mm
- Port sizeG1/8
- Rod threadM10×1.25
- StatusDiscontinued → MBLJ32X160-30-LB
- No minimum order. A single piece can be ordered.
- Ready in 3–5 business days. That is the time we take to process the order and hand it to the carrier. Transit time after that depends on the destination.
About the Airtac MALJ32 Adjustable Mini Cylinder MALJ32X160-30-LB
The AirTAC MALJ32X160-30-LB is a discontinued double-acting double-rod mini cylinder with a 32 mm bore and a 160 mm stroke. It uses a rear stopper to trim the end position by up to 30 mm, giving a usable window of 130-160 mm. The direct replacement is the MBLJ32X160-30-LB, which matches the bore, stroke, adjust code, LB foot mounting, G1/8 port, and force exactly.
This SKU has no -S magnet, so it cannot take a position sensor. The adjuster is a travel stop, not a lock; it sets the end position but will not hold a load without live air. Upgrading to the MBLJ changes the construction from threaded covers to a riveted rolling-packed body, and if you later need a sensor, the MBLJ uses CMSG/DMSG/EMSG switches instead of the older CS1-M/DS1-M. Impact is absorbed by a fixed rubber bumper, as there is no adjustable air cushion.
Airtac MALJ32 Adjustable Mini Cylinder MALJ32X160-30-LB Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MALJ32 Adjustable Mini Cylinder MALJ32X160-30-LB |
|---|---|
| Series | MALJ adjustable-stroke mini cylinder (discontinued) |
| Replacement | MBLJ32X160-30-LB |
| Bore size | Ø32 mm |
| Stroke | 160 mm |
| Adjustable window | 130 – 160 mm |
| Acting type | Double acting, adjustable stroke |
| 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 |
The rear adjuster is a travel stop, not a lock — it sets the end position but does not hold the load without live air. No back-cover code and no SDB on adjustable-stroke. The MBLJ32X160-30-LB carries the same ratings.
Theoretical Output Force (Ø32mm)
| Pressure | Push force | Pull force |
|---|---|---|
| 0.5 MPa | 346 N | 346 N |
| 0.7 MPa | 484 N | — |
| Max (@1.0 MPa) | 70 kgf | |
MALJ is double-rod: the rear rod that carries the stroke adjuster passes through the rear cover, so both piston faces lose rod area. Push is shown at the annular-area value (conservative), lower than a single-rod MAL push of the same bore. The MBLJ32X160-30-LB matches these values.
Model Code: Airtac MALJ32 Adjustable Mini Cylinder MALJ32X160-30-LB
| MALJ | Adjustable-stroke aluminum mini cylinder, double acting (discontinued). |
|---|---|
| 32 | Bore size in mm (20/25/32/40). |
| ×160 | Nominal stroke length in mm. |
| -30 | Adjustable amount: trim the end to a 130–160 mm window. |
| S | Optional magnet for a CS1-M / DS1-M sensor (MBLJ uses CMSG/DMSG/EMSG). |
Replacement: MALJ → MBLJ. No back-cover (CA/U/CM) and no SDB. Mounting: FA / LB.
Where the Airtac MALJ32 Adjustable Mini Cylinder MALJ32X160-30-LB Is Used
PCB Router Z-Axis Depth Stop
Dial the 130-160 mm stroke window to set exact cutting depth on a desktop PCB router.
Wooden Door Edge Press
Apply veneer tape to cabinet doors by tuning the rear stopper for exact edge contact. The 346 N pull force secures the edge roller, and the fixed rubber bumper softens the 160 mm travel end-impact to prevent marring the wood.
Carton Flap Folder
Fold corrugated box flaps at varying heights by trimming 30 mm off the 160 mm stroke. The 32 mm bore handles the folding resistance, while the LB mount provides a stable pivot base for the packaging line's repetitive cycle.
Replacing the Airtac MALJ32 Adjustable Mini Cylinder MALJ32X160-30-LB with MBLJ32X160-30-LB
To replace the MALJ32X160-30-LB, order the exact direct replacement MBLJ32X160-30-LB. Confirm the 32 mm bore, 160 mm stroke, 30 mm adjust code, LB foot mount, and PT G1/8 porting. Because this SKU lacks a magnet, it cannot accept a sensor; if you need position detection, you must move to an MBLJ model with the -S option and use CMSG/DMSG/EMSG switches. Remember the adjuster is a stop, not a lock, so add an external lock for held loads.
At 160 mm stroke, keep the rod side-load minimized to prevent bending, as long strokes are vulnerable to off-axis forces.
Upgrade checklist
- ✓ Order the MBLJ32X160-30-LB (same bore/stroke/adjust)
- ✓ Same 130–160 mm adjustable window
- ✓ Adjuster is a stop, not a lock
- ✓ No back cover / SDB — plan an 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 The rear adjuster sets the end position — it is not a load lock.
- check No back-cover / SDB on adjustable-stroke — use FA / LB.
- check Front/rear covers are threaded — not for field disassembly.
- check For new builds, specify the MBLJ32X160-30-LB instead of this discontinued model.
Airtac MALJ32 Adjustable Mini Cylinder MALJ32X160-30-LB FAQ
Yes, the MALJ32X160-30-LB is discontinued. The direct replacement is the MBLJ32X160-30-LB, which matches the 32 mm bore, 160 mm stroke, 30 mm adjust code, LB mount, and G1/8 port. The MBLJ upgrades the body from threaded covers to a riveted rolling-packed design.
The 30 mm adjust code lets you trim the 160 mm stroke, giving a usable window of 130-160 mm. The adjuster is a travel stop, not a lock.
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