This model is discontinued
AirTAC has phased out the MAL series. The drop-in replacement is MBLJ40X160-40 — same bore, stroke, output force, port and mounting, so it fits the same application. Simply order the MBLJ40X160-40 in place of this model. The MBLJ replacement upgrades to a riveted rolling-packed body and CMSG / DMSG / EMSG sensors (the MAL used CS1-M / DS1-M).
Airtac MALJ40 Adjustable Mini Cylinder MALJ40X160-40
The AirTAC Airtac MALJ40 Adjustable Mini Cylinder MALJ40X160-40 is a double-acting aluminum mini cylinder with a rear adjustable-stroke stopper: you can trim up to 40 mm, giving a usable end-position window from 120 to 160 mm. This model is discontinued — the drop-in replacement is the MBLJ40X160-40.
- BoreØ40 mm
- Stroke160 mm
- Adjust window120–160 mm
- Port sizeG1/4
- Rod threadM12×1.25
- StatusDiscontinued → MBLJ40X160-40
About the Airtac MALJ40 Adjustable Mini Cylinder MALJ40X160-40
The AirTAC MALJ40X160-40 is a discontinued double-acting mini cylinder with a 40mm bore and 160mm stroke. It provides a usable extension window of 120-160mm via a 40mm rear adjuster. Delivering 628N push and 528N pull at 0.5MPa, the exact drop-in replacement is the MBLJ40X160-40.
This SKU lacks a magnet, so it cannot take a position sensor. The rear adjuster is a travel stop, not a lock. Upgrading to the MBLJ replaces threaded covers with a riveted body and changes sensor families from CS1-M/DS1-M to CMSG/DMSG/EMSG if a magnet is added later. It uses a fixed rubber bumper, not an air cushion.
Airtac MALJ40 Adjustable Mini Cylinder MALJ40X160-40 Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MALJ40 Adjustable Mini Cylinder MALJ40X160-40 |
|---|---|
| Series | MALJ adjustable-stroke mini cylinder (discontinued) |
| Replacement | MBLJ40X160-40 |
| Bore size | Ø40 mm |
| Stroke | 160 mm |
| Adjustable window | 120 – 160 mm |
| Acting type | Double acting, adjustable stroke |
| 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 |
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 MBLJ40X160-40 carries the same ratings.
Theoretical Output Force (Ø40mm)
| Pressure | Push force | Pull force |
|---|---|---|
| 0.5 MPa | 628 N | 528 N |
| 0.7 MPa | 880 N | — |
| Max (@1.0 MPa) | 128 kgf | |
Single-rod force, same as a standard MAL of this bore. The MBLJ40X160-40 matches these values.
Model Code: Airtac MALJ40 Adjustable Mini Cylinder MALJ40X160-40
| MALJ | Adjustable-stroke aluminum mini cylinder, double acting (discontinued). |
|---|---|
| 40 | Bore size in mm (20/25/32/40). |
| ×160 | Nominal stroke length in mm. |
| -40 | Adjustable amount: trim the end to a 120–160 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 MALJ40 Adjustable Mini Cylinder MALJ40X160-40 Is Used
Pallet Dispenser Push-off
Dials the exact 120-160mm kick distance to separate empty pallets in a packaging line, using the 628N push force to overcome stack friction without external stops.
Print Roller Nip Gap
Sets a precise 40mm trim on a 160mm stroke to establish a consistent paper nip gap, relying on the fixed rubber bumper to soften the end impact.
Wood Door Press Depth
Adjusts the rear stop to tune veneer press depth on an assembly machine, ensuring the travel stop prevents over-compression of the composite material.
Replacing the Airtac MALJ40 Adjustable Mini Cylinder MALJ40X160-40 with MBLJ40X160-40
To replace this MALJ40X160-40, order the MBLJ40X160-40: confirm the 40mm bore, 160mm stroke, 40mm adjust code, G1/4 port, and FA/LB mounting. This unit has no -S magnet, so it cannot accept a sensor. The adjuster sets end position but does not hold load without live air. Stepping down, a 32mm bore yields 402N push; stepping up requires a larger frame. At 160mm stroke, guard against rod side-load bending.
Upgrade checklist
- ✓ Order the MBLJ40X160-40 (same bore/stroke/adjust)
- ✓ Same 120–160 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 MBLJ40X160-40 instead of this discontinued model.
Airtac MALJ40 Adjustable Mini Cylinder MALJ40X160-40 FAQ
Yes, the MALJ40X160-40 is discontinued. The exact drop-in replacement is the MBLJ40X160-40, matching the 40mm bore, 160mm stroke, 40mm adjust code, and G1/4 port. The MBLJ upgrades the threaded covers to a riveted rolling-packed body.
The 40mm bore provides 628N push and 528N pull at 0.5MPa, 880N push at 0.7MPa, and a max of 128kgf at 1.0MPa. The -40 adjust code lets you trim up to 40mm at the rear, creating a 120-160mm usable window. The adjuster is a travel stop, not a lock, and this no-magnet SKU cannot take a sensor.
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