This model is discontinued
AirTAC has phased out the MAL series. The drop-in replacement is AIRTACMSBLFRONTSINGLEACTINGCOMPACTCYLINDERMSBL32X10U — same bore, stroke, output force, port and mounting, so it fits the same application. Simply order the AIRTACMSBLFRONTSINGLEACTINGCOMPACTCYLINDERMSBL32X10U in place of this model. The replacement upgrades to a riveted rolling-packed body and CMSG / DMSG / EMSG sensors (the MAL used CS1-M / DS1-M).
Airtac MSAL Front Single Acting Compact Cylinder MSAL32X10U
The AirTAC Airtac MSAL Front Single Acting Compact Cylinder MSAL32X10U is a single acting, push (spring return) aluminum-barrel mini cylinder with a Ø32mm bore and 10mm stroke, G1/8 ports and a fixed rubber bumper. Air drives the push (work) stroke and the spring returns the rod — it rests retracted on air loss. This model is discontinued; the drop-in replacement is the AIRTACMSBLFRONTSINGLEACTINGCOMPACTCYLINDERMSBL32X10U.
- BoreØ32 mm
- Stroke10 mm
- Port sizeG1/8
- Acting typeSingle acting, push (spring return)
- Rod threadM10×1.25
- StatusDiscontinued → AIRTACMSBLFRONTSINGLEACTINGCOMPACTCYLINDERMSBL32X10U
About the Airtac MSAL Front Single Acting Compact Cylinder MSAL32X10U
The AirTAC MSAL32X10U is a discontinued single-acting push, spring-return mini cylinder. Air extends the Ø32 mm rod for a 10 mm stroke, while an internal spring retracts it to a fail-safe home on air loss. It yields a usable push force of 317.7 N at 0.5 MPa and 478.5 N at 0.7 MPa. The exact drop-in replacement is the MSBL32X10U, matching the bore, stroke, G1/8 port, and U flat-end back cover.
This non-magnet SKU cannot take a position sensor. As an upgrade fact, the MSAL uses older CS1-M / DS1-M switches and threaded covers, whereas the MSBL replacement uses CMSG / DMSG / EMSG sensors and a riveted rolling-packed body. It uses a fixed rubber bumper for end-of-stroke damping, not an adjustable cushion. Apply no external load on the return stroke to protect the internal spring.
Airtac MSAL Front Single Acting Compact Cylinder MSAL32X10U Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MSAL Front Single Acting Compact Cylinder MSAL32X10U |
|---|---|
| Series | MAL single-acting mini cylinder (discontinued) |
| Replacement | AIRTACMSBLFRONTSINGLEACTINGCOMPACTCYLINDERMSBL32X10U |
| Bore size | Ø32 mm |
| Stroke | 10 mm |
| Acting type | Single acting, push (spring return) |
| Port size | G1/8 |
| Rod thread | M10×1.25 |
| Fluid | Air (filtered by 40µm element) |
|---|---|
| Operating pressure | 0.2 – 1.0 MPa |
| Proof pressure | 1.5 MPa |
| Temperature | -20 to +70 °C |
| Speed range | 50 – 800 mm/s |
| Cushion | Fixed rubber bumper |
| Max standard stroke | Up to 150 mm |
Single-acting minimum working pressure is 0.2 MPa (the air must overcome the return spring). Do not apply an external load during the spring return stroke. The AIRTACMSBLFRONTSINGLEACTINGCOMPACTCYLINDERMSBL32X10U carries the same single-acting ratings.
Usable Push Force (Ø32mm)
| Pressure | Push force (net of spring) |
|---|---|
| 0.5 MPa | 317.7 N |
| 0.7 MPa | 478.5 N |
Usable single-acting force after the return spring — lower than a same-bore double-acting cylinder. Size with a margin.
Model Code: Airtac MSAL Front Single Acting Compact Cylinder MSAL32X10U
| MSAL | Single acting, push (spring return) aluminum-barrel mini cylinder (discontinued). |
|---|---|
| 32 | Bore size in mm (20/25/32/40). |
| ×10 | Stroke length in mm. |
| S | Optional magnet for a CS1-M / DS1-M sensor (MSBL uses CMSG/DMSG/EMSG). |
| CA / U / CM | Back cover: CA pivot, U flat-end or CM round-end. |
Replacement: MSAL → MSBL. Related: MTAL/MTBL (single-acting pull), MAL/MBL (double acting).
Where the Airtac MSAL Front Single Acting Compact Cylinder MSAL32X10U Is Used
PCB Ejector Pins
Pushes finished printed circuit boards out of an inspection fixture using 317.7 N at 0.5 MPa, with the spring ensuring pins retract clear of the conveyor on air loss.
Chip Tray Stopper
Acts as a hard stop for incoming semiconductor wafer trays, extending 10 mm to block travel, then retracting to release the tray when the line controller drops pressure.
Casing Alignment Plug
Inserts a short 10 mm pilot into sheet-metal enclosures to locate the part for robotic fastening, relying on the U flat-end cover for rigid rear mounting.
Replacing the Airtac MSAL Front Single Acting Compact Cylinder MSAL32X10U with AIRTACMSBLFRONTSINGLEACTINGCOMPACTCYLINDERMSBL32X10U
To replace this MSAL32X10U with the MSBL32X10U, confirm the Ø32 mm bore, 10 mm stroke, G1/8 PT port, U flat-end back cover, and lack of a magnet (no sensor). Maintain the 0.2 MPa minimum operating pressure required to overcome the return spring. If sizing down, the Ø25 bore provides 176.4 N at 0.5 MPa; if stepping up, the Ø40 bore provides 539.9 N at 0.5 MPa. Even at this short 10 mm stroke, prevent side-load and rod-bending to avoid guide wear.
Upgrade checklist
- ✓ Order the AIRTACMSBLFRONTSINGLEACTINGCOMPACTCYLINDERMSBL32X10U (same bore/stroke/force)
- ✓ Same push direction and retracted fail-safe home
- ✓ Min 0.2 MPa; no external load on the spring return
- ✓ Sensor: swap CS1-M/DS1-M → CMSG/DMSG/EMSG
- ✓ Confirm back cover (CA / U) and thread (PT/NPT/G)
Installation & Maintenance Notes
- check Use clean air filtered to 40µm or finer.
- check Keep within 0.2 – 1.0 MPa (min 0.2 to overcome the spring).
- check Apply no external load on the spring return stroke.
- check Avoid side load on the piston rod.
- check Front/rear covers are threaded — not for field disassembly.
- check For new builds, specify the AIRTACMSBLFRONTSINGLEACTINGCOMPACTCYLINDERMSBL32X10U instead of this discontinued model.
Airtac MSAL Front Single Acting Compact Cylinder MSAL32X10U FAQ
Yes, the MSAL32X10U is discontinued. The exact drop-in replacement is the MSBL32X10U, matching the 32 mm bore, 10 mm stroke, G1/8 port, and U flat-end back cover. The MSBL upgrades the body to a riveted rolling-packed design but retains the same force class.
The usable push force is 317.7 N at 0.5 MPa and 478.5 N at 0.7 MPa (max 48.8 kgf). It requires a minimum operating pressure of 0.2 MPa to overcome the internal return spring and extend the rod.
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