This model is discontinued
AirTAC has phased out the MAL series. The drop-in replacement is AIRTACMSBLFRONTSINGLEACTINGCOMPACTCYLINDERMSBL32X30U — same bore, stroke, output force, port and mounting, so it fits the same application. Simply order the AIRTACMSBLFRONTSINGLEACTINGCOMPACTCYLINDERMSBL32X30U 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 MSAL32X30U
The AirTAC Airtac MSAL Front Single Acting Compact Cylinder MSAL32X30U is a single acting, push (spring return) aluminum-barrel mini cylinder with a Ø32mm bore and 30mm 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 AIRTACMSBLFRONTSINGLEACTINGCOMPACTCYLINDERMSBL32X30U.
- BoreØ32 mm
- Stroke30 mm
- Port sizeG1/8
- Acting typeSingle acting, push (spring return)
- Rod threadM10×1.25
- StatusDiscontinued → AIRTACMSBLFRONTSINGLEACTINGCOMPACTCYLINDERMSBL32X30U
About the Airtac MSAL Front Single Acting Compact Cylinder MSAL32X30U
The AirTAC MSAL32X30U is a discontinued single-acting push, spring-return mini cylinder. Air extends the rod for the work stroke, while an internal spring retracts it to a fail-safe home when air is released. This 32mm bore provides a usable push force of 317.7N at 0.5 MPa and 478.5N at 0.7 MPa. The exact drop-in replacement is the MSBL32X30U, which matches the bore, stroke, port, and force class.
This U-coded SKU features a flat-end back cover for rigid rear mounting. Because it lacks the -S suffix, this specific cylinder cannot accept a position sensor. During an upgrade to the MSBL, note that the older threaded covers are replaced by a riveted rolling-packed body. If you previously used a -S magnet version, the older CS1-M or DS1-M switches must change to the CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG families. The fixed rubber bumper absorbs end-of-stroke impact, and the minimum operating pressure is 0.2 MPa to overcome the return spring.
Airtac MSAL Front Single Acting Compact Cylinder MSAL32X30U Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MSAL Front Single Acting Compact Cylinder MSAL32X30U |
|---|---|
| Series | MAL single-acting mini cylinder (discontinued) |
| Replacement | AIRTACMSBLFRONTSINGLEACTINGCOMPACTCYLINDERMSBL32X30U |
| Bore size | Ø32 mm |
| Stroke | 30 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 AIRTACMSBLFRONTSINGLEACTINGCOMPACTCYLINDERMSBL32X30U 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 MSAL32X30U
| MSAL | Single acting, push (spring return) aluminum-barrel mini cylinder (discontinued). |
|---|---|
| 32 | Bore size in mm (20/25/32/40). |
| ×30 | 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 MSAL32X30U Is Used
PCB Ejector Pins
Pushes populated printed circuit boards out of a test fixture with 317.7N at 0.5 MPa, relying on the spring to retract the pin safely when air is cut.
Stamping Press Feed
Advances a metal strip into a mechanical press; the fail-safe retracted home prevents double-feeding if the plant air supply drops.
Packaging Flap Folder
Folds cardboard carton flaps prior to sealing, using the flat-end U cover for rigid rear mounting against the machine frame.
Replacing the Airtac MSAL Front Single Acting Compact Cylinder MSAL32X30U with AIRTACMSBLFRONTSINGLEACTINGCOMPACTCYLINDERMSBL32X30U
To replace this MSAL32X30U with the MSBL32X30U, confirm the 32mm bore, 30mm stroke, G1/8 port, PT thread, and U flat-end back cover. Remember the 0.2 MPa minimum pressure requirement and never apply an external load on the unpowered spring return stroke. Stepping down to the 25mm bore drops the 0.5 MPa push force to 176.4N, while stepping up to the 40mm bore increases it to 539.9N. At 30mm stroke, side-load and rod-bending risks are minimal.
Upgrade checklist
- ✓ Order the AIRTACMSBLFRONTSINGLEACTINGCOMPACTCYLINDERMSBL32X30U (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 AIRTACMSBLFRONTSINGLEACTINGCOMPACTCYLINDERMSBL32X30U instead of this discontinued model.
Airtac MSAL Front Single Acting Compact Cylinder MSAL32X30U FAQ
Yes, the MSAL32X30U is discontinued. The exact drop-in replacement is the MSBL32X30U, which retains the same 32mm bore, 30mm stroke, G1/8 port, and U flat-end cover. The MSBL features a riveted body instead of threaded covers.
The usable push force is 317.7N at 0.5 MPa and 478.5N at 0.7 MPa. The minimum operating pressure is 0.2 MPa because the air pressure must overcome the internal return spring to extend the rod.
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