This model is discontinued
AirTAC has phased out the MAL series. The drop-in replacement is MBLJ40X160-75-S — same bore, stroke, output force, port and mounting, so it fits the same application. Simply order the MBLJ40X160-75-S 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 MALJ40X160-75-S
The AirTAC Airtac MALJ40 Adjustable Mini Cylinder MALJ40X160-75-S is a double-acting aluminum mini cylinder with a rear adjustable-stroke stopper: you can trim up to 75 mm, giving a usable end-position window from 85 to 160 mm. This model is discontinued — the drop-in replacement is the MBLJ40X160-75-S.
- BoreØ40 mm
- Stroke160 mm
- Adjust window85–160 mm
- Port sizeG1/4
- Rod threadM12×1.25
- StatusDiscontinued → MBLJ40X160-75-S
About the Airtac MALJ40 Adjustable Mini Cylinder MALJ40X160-75-S
The AirTAC MALJ40X160-75-S is a discontinued double-acting mini cylinder with a rear adjustable stroke. It trims up to 75 mm at the rear, giving a usable end-position window of 85-160 mm. The 40 mm bore yields 628 N push and 528 N pull at 0.5 MPa. The drop-in replacement is the MBLJ40X160-75-S, matching the G1/4 port, M12x1.25 rod thread, and force.
This SKU has a -S magnet for CS1-M/DS1-M switches; the MBLJ upgrade uses CMSG/DMSG/EMSG sensors. The MALJ uses threaded covers, while the MBLJ features a riveted rolling-packed body. The adjuster sets the travel stop but does not hold load without live air. A fixed rubber bumper softens end impact, as the adjustable stroke is not an adjustable cushion.
Airtac MALJ40 Adjustable Mini Cylinder MALJ40X160-75-S Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MALJ40 Adjustable Mini Cylinder MALJ40X160-75-S |
|---|---|
| Series | MALJ adjustable-stroke mini cylinder (discontinued) |
| Replacement | MBLJ40X160-75-S |
| Bore size | Ø40 mm |
| Stroke | 160 mm |
| Adjustable window | 85 – 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 MBLJ40X160-75-S 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 MBLJ40X160-75-S matches these values.
Model Code: Airtac MALJ40 Adjustable Mini Cylinder MALJ40X160-75-S
| MALJ | Adjustable-stroke aluminum mini cylinder, double acting (discontinued). |
|---|---|
| 40 | Bore size in mm (20/25/32/40). |
| ×160 | Nominal stroke length in mm. |
| -75 | Adjustable amount: trim the end to a 85–160 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 MALJ40X160-75-S Is Used
PCB Router Z-Axis Stop
Dial the 85-160 mm window to set router depth on multi-stack PCB panels, using the 628 N push force to hold the spindle carriage firmly against the rear stop.
Dispenser Nozzle Height
Fine-tune the exact retraction height on a silicone dispenser, trimming up to 75 mm so the nozzle clears tall connector bodies without reprogramming the Z-axis.
Pallet Lifter Pusher
Adjust the push-back distance on an assembly pallet lifter, using the 528 N pull force to return the tooling plate while avoiding frame obstructions.
Replacing the Airtac MALJ40 Adjustable Mini Cylinder MALJ40X160-75-S with MBLJ40X160-75-S
Replace the MALJ40X160-75-S with the MBLJ40X160-75-S. Confirm the 40 mm bore, 160 mm stroke, 75 mm adjust code, PT G1/4 port, and FA/LB mounting (no back cover or SDB). The -S magnet changes sensor families from CS1-M/DS1-M to CMSG/DMSG/EMSG. The rear adjuster is a travel stop, not a lock. If sizing down, the 32 mm bore gives 402 N push at 0.5 MPa. If sizing up, there is no larger MALJ bore, so consider an ISO cylinder for higher force. At 160 mm stroke, prevent rod bending by ensuring rigid guidance to minimize side loads.
Upgrade checklist
- ✓ Order the MBLJ40X160-75-S (same bore/stroke/adjust)
- ✓ Same 85–160 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 MBLJ40X160-75-S instead of this discontinued model.
Airtac MALJ40 Adjustable Mini Cylinder MALJ40X160-75-S FAQ
Yes, the MALJ40X160-75-S is discontinued. The exact drop-in replacement is the MBLJ40X160-75-S, matching the 40 mm bore, 160 mm stroke, 75 mm adjust, G1/4 port, and mounting. The MBLJ upgrades the body to a riveted rolling-packed design and switches the -S magnet to CMSG/DMSG/EMSG sensors.
The 40 mm bore provides 628 N push and 528 N pull at 0.5 MPa, 880 N push at 0.7 MPa, and a max of 128 kgf at 1.0 MPa. The 75 mm adjuster is a travel stop that lets you trim the end position, creating a usable stroke window of 85-160 mm. It does not hold the load without live air and is not an adjustable cushion.
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