This model is discontinued
AirTAC has phased out the MAL series. The drop-in replacement is AIRTACMSBLFRONTSINGLEACTINGCOMPACTCYLINDERMSBL32X50SCM — same bore, stroke, output force, port and mounting, so it fits the same application. Simply order the AIRTACMSBLFRONTSINGLEACTINGCOMPACTCYLINDERMSBL32X50SCM 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 MSAL32X50SCM
The AirTAC Airtac MSAL Front Single Acting Compact Cylinder MSAL32X50SCM is a single acting, push (spring return) aluminum-barrel mini cylinder with a Ø32mm bore and 50mm 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 AIRTACMSBLFRONTSINGLEACTINGCOMPACTCYLINDERMSBL32X50SCM.
- BoreØ32 mm
- Stroke50 mm
- Port sizeG1/8
- Acting typeSingle acting, push (spring return)
- Rod threadM10×1.25
- StatusDiscontinued → AIRTACMSBLFRONTSINGLEACTINGCOMPACTCYLINDERMSBL32X50SCM
About the Airtac MSAL Front Single Acting Compact Cylinder MSAL32X50SCM
The AirTAC MSAL32X50SCM is a discontinued 32mm single-acting push cylinder with a 50mm stroke. Air extends the rod for a usable push force of 317.7 N at 0.5 MPa, while an internal spring retracts it to a fail-safe home on air loss. The exact drop-in replacement is the MSBL32X50SCM, matching the bore, stroke, CM round-end cover, and G1/8 port.
This SKU includes the -S magnet, which uses the older CS1-M or DS1-M switches; the MSBL replacement takes the newer CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG sensors. The MSAL features threaded covers, whereas the MSBL uses a riveted rolling-packed body. End-of-stroke energy is absorbed by a fixed rubber bumper, meaning there is no adjustable cushion. Minimum operating pressure is 0.2 MPa to overcome the return spring.
Airtac MSAL Front Single Acting Compact Cylinder MSAL32X50SCM Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MSAL Front Single Acting Compact Cylinder MSAL32X50SCM |
|---|---|
| Series | MAL single-acting mini cylinder (discontinued) |
| Replacement | AIRTACMSBLFRONTSINGLEACTINGCOMPACTCYLINDERMSBL32X50SCM |
| Bore size | Ø32 mm |
| Stroke | 50 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 AIRTACMSBLFRONTSINGLEACTINGCOMPACTCYLINDERMSBL32X50SCM 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 MSAL32X50SCM
| MSAL | Single acting, push (spring return) aluminum-barrel mini cylinder (discontinued). |
|---|---|
| 32 | Bore size in mm (20/25/32/40). |
| ×50 | 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 MSAL32X50SCM Is Used
PCB Router Gating
Pushes a gate to release cut printed circuit boards from a router machine. The 317.7 N force at 0.5 MPa handles the panel weight, while the spring return clears the chute during an air pressure drop.
Bottle Flap Ejection
Extends a deflector flap to divert underfilled bottles off a packaging line. The 50mm stroke provides positive diversion, and the fail-safe retracted home keeps the line running if the air supply fails.
Bearing Shell Press
Applies 317.7 N of push force at 0.5 MPa to seat small bearing shells into aluminum housings. The fixed rubber bumper absorbs the end impact without requiring manual cushion adjustment.
Replacing the Airtac MSAL Front Single Acting Compact Cylinder MSAL32X50SCM with AIRTACMSBLFRONTSINGLEACTINGCOMPACTCYLINDERMSBL32X50SCM
To replace this MSAL32X50SCM with the MSBL32X50SCM, confirm the 32mm bore, 50mm stroke, PT G1/8 port, M10x1.25 rod-end thread, CM round-end back cover, and the -S magnet (noting the sensor family change to CMSG/DMSG/EMSG). Respect the 0.2 MPa minimum air pressure and apply no external load on the spring return stroke. If you need less force, the next size down is the 25mm bore delivering 176.4 N at 0.5 MPa; if you need more, step up to the 40mm bore (with its G1/4 port) providing 539.9 N at 0.5 MPa. For a 50mm stroke on this compact body, ensure correct rod alignment to prevent side-load and rod-bending issues.
Upgrade checklist
- ✓ Order the AIRTACMSBLFRONTSINGLEACTINGCOMPACTCYLINDERMSBL32X50SCM (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 AIRTACMSBLFRONTSINGLEACTINGCOMPACTCYLINDERMSBL32X50SCM instead of this discontinued model.
Airtac MSAL Front Single Acting Compact Cylinder MSAL32X50SCM FAQ
Yes, the MSAL32X50SCM is discontinued. The exact drop-in replacement is the MSBL32X50SCM, which matches the 32mm bore, 50mm stroke, CM round-end cover, and G1/8 port. The MSAL uses threaded covers and CS1-M/DS1-M sensors, while the MSBL features a riveted body and CMSG/DMSG/EMSG sensors.
The usable push force (net of the return spring) is 76.6 N at 0.2 MPa, 157.0 N at 0.3 MPa, 237.3 N at 0.4 MPa, 317.7 N at 0.5 MPa, 398.1 N at 0.6 MPa, and 478.5 N at 0.7 MPa. The operating pressure range is 0.2-1.0 MPa, requiring a minimum of 0.2 MPa for air to overcome the internal spring.
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