This model is discontinued
AirTAC has phased out the MAL series. The drop-in replacement is AIRTACMSBLFRONTSINGLEACTINGCOMPACTCYLINDERMSBL32X25U — same bore, stroke, output force, port and mounting, so it fits the same application. Simply order the AIRTACMSBLFRONTSINGLEACTINGCOMPACTCYLINDERMSBL32X25U 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 MSAL32X25U
The AirTAC Airtac MSAL Front Single Acting Compact Cylinder MSAL32X25U is a single acting, push (spring return) aluminum-barrel mini cylinder with a Ø32mm bore and 25mm 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 AIRTACMSBLFRONTSINGLEACTINGCOMPACTCYLINDERMSBL32X25U.
- BoreØ32 mm
- Stroke25 mm
- Port sizeG1/8
- Acting typeSingle acting, push (spring return)
- Rod threadM10×1.25
- StatusDiscontinued → AIRTACMSBLFRONTSINGLEACTINGCOMPACTCYLINDERMSBL32X25U
About the Airtac MSAL Front Single Acting Compact Cylinder MSAL32X25U
The AirTAC MSAL32X25U is a discontinued single-acting push, spring-return mini cylinder. Air extends the 12 mm rod for the 25 mm stroke, while an internal spring drives it back. It delivers 317.7 N of usable push force at 0.5 MPa and 478.5 N at 0.7 MPa. The exact drop-in replacement is the MSBL32X25U, matching the 32 mm bore, stroke, and G1/8 PT port.
This U-coded SKU features a rigid flat-end back cover and has no -S magnet, so it cannot accept a position sensor. As an upgrade fact, the MSAL uses older threaded covers and CS1-M switches, while the MSBL replacement features a riveted rolling-packed body and CMSG sensors. The fixed rubber bumper absorbs end-of-stroke impact, and a 0.2 MPa minimum air pressure is required to overcome the return spring.
Airtac MSAL Front Single Acting Compact Cylinder MSAL32X25U Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MSAL Front Single Acting Compact Cylinder MSAL32X25U |
|---|---|
| Series | MAL single-acting mini cylinder (discontinued) |
| Replacement | AIRTACMSBLFRONTSINGLEACTINGCOMPACTCYLINDERMSBL32X25U |
| Bore size | Ø32 mm |
| Stroke | 25 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 AIRTACMSBLFRONTSINGLEACTINGCOMPACTCYLINDERMSBL32X25U 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 MSAL32X25U
| MSAL | Single acting, push (spring return) aluminum-barrel mini cylinder (discontinued). |
|---|---|
| 32 | Bore size in mm (20/25/32/40). |
| ×25 | 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 MSAL32X25U Is Used
PCB Depaneling Ejector
Uses the 317.7 N push force at 0.5 MPa to eject cut circuit boards from a router fixture, with the spring returning the rod to a fail-safe home when air is removed.
Aluminum Profile End-Mill Stop
Acts as a rigid physical stop for cutting 32 mm aluminum extrusions, relying on the U flat-end back cover to absorb machining vibration without needing a sensor.
Packaging Flap Deflector
Extends 25 mm to guide cardboard carton flaps during case sealing, using the fixed rubber bumper to silently absorb the high-speed 50-800 mm/s impact at stroke end.
Replacing the Airtac MSAL Front Single Acting Compact Cylinder MSAL32X25U with AIRTACMSBLFRONTSINGLEACTINGCOMPACTCYLINDERMSBL32X25U
Replace the MSAL32X25U directly with the MSBL32X25U, confirming the 32 mm bore, 25 mm stroke, G1/8 PT port, U flat-end back cover, and lack of magnet. Because this SKU has no -S code, it cannot take a sensor; the MSBL upgrade uses CMSG switches if sensing is later needed. Keep the 0.2 MPa minimum operating pressure and apply no external load on the spring return stroke.
To size either direction, step down to the 25 mm bore for 176.4 N push at 0.5 MPa, or step up to the 40 mm bore for 539.9 N at 0.5 MPa. With a 25 mm stroke on this compact body, side-load and rod-bending risks are minimal, but ensure rigid front-cover guide alignment.
Upgrade checklist
- ✓ Order the AIRTACMSBLFRONTSINGLEACTINGCOMPACTCYLINDERMSBL32X25U (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 AIRTACMSBLFRONTSINGLEACTINGCOMPACTCYLINDERMSBL32X25U instead of this discontinued model.
Airtac MSAL Front Single Acting Compact Cylinder MSAL32X25U FAQ
Yes, the MSAL32X25U is discontinued. The exact drop-in replacement is the MSBL32X25U, matching the 32 mm bore, 25 mm stroke, 317.7 N push force at 0.5 MPa, G1/8 port, and U flat-end cover. The MSBL upgrades the body to a riveted rolling-packed design.
The usable push force is 317.7 N at 0.5 MPa and 478.5 N at 0.7 MPa, yielding a max of about 48.8 kgf. A minimum air pressure of 0.2 MPa is required to overcome the internal return spring and extend the rod.
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