This model is discontinued
AirTAC has phased out the MAL series. The drop-in replacement is AIRTACMSBLFRONTSINGLEACTINGCOMPACTCYLINDERMSBL32X5U — same bore, stroke, output force, port and mounting, so it fits the same application. Simply order the AIRTACMSBLFRONTSINGLEACTINGCOMPACTCYLINDERMSBL32X5U 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 MSAL32X5U
The AirTAC Airtac MSAL Front Single Acting Compact Cylinder MSAL32X5U is a single acting, push (spring return) aluminum-barrel mini cylinder with a Ø32mm bore and 5mm 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 AIRTACMSBLFRONTSINGLEACTINGCOMPACTCYLINDERMSBL32X5U.
- BoreØ32 mm
- Stroke5 mm
- Port sizeG1/8
- Acting typeSingle acting, push (spring return)
- Rod threadM10×1.25
- StatusDiscontinued → AIRTACMSBLFRONTSINGLEACTINGCOMPACTCYLINDERMSBL32X5U
About the Airtac MSAL Front Single Acting Compact Cylinder MSAL32X5U
The AirTAC MSAL32X5U is a discontinued 32mm single-acting push cylinder with a 5mm stroke. Air extends the rod to deliver 317.7 N of usable push force at 0.5 MPa, while an internal spring retracts it to a fail-safe home when air is removed. The exact drop-in replacement is the MSBL32X5U, matching the bore, stroke, U back cover and G1/8 port.
This U-flat-end SKU lacks the -S magnet and cannot accept a position sensor. Unlike the older MSAL with threaded covers, the MSBL replacement features a riveted rolling-packed body. Both use a fixed rubber bumper for end-of-stroke damping, and the minimum operating pressure is 0.2 MPa to overcome the return spring.
Airtac MSAL Front Single Acting Compact Cylinder MSAL32X5U Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MSAL Front Single Acting Compact Cylinder MSAL32X5U |
|---|---|
| Series | MAL single-acting mini cylinder (discontinued) |
| Replacement | AIRTACMSBLFRONTSINGLEACTINGCOMPACTCYLINDERMSBL32X5U |
| Bore size | Ø32 mm |
| Stroke | 5 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 AIRTACMSBLFRONTSINGLEACTINGCOMPACTCYLINDERMSBL32X5U 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 MSAL32X5U
| MSAL | Single acting, push (spring return) aluminum-barrel mini cylinder (discontinued). |
|---|---|
| 32 | Bore size in mm (20/25/32/40). |
| ×5 | 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 MSAL32X5U Is Used
PCB Edge Clamping
Uses the 5mm stroke to secure circuit boards during routing, relying on 317.7 N at 0.5 MPa to hold firmly and the spring return to release quickly.
Sticker Pressing
Applies a short 5mm push to bond labels onto packaging, where the fail-safe spring return guarantees the clamp lifts away on air loss.
Connector Insertion
Drives electronic pins into sockets with precise 5mm travel, using the fixed rubber bumper to absorb the tiny impact without damaging parts.
Replacing the Airtac MSAL Front Single Acting Compact Cylinder MSAL32X5U with AIRTACMSBLFRONTSINGLEACTINGCOMPACTCYLINDERMSBL32X5U
Replace this MSAL32X5U with the MSBL32X5U by confirming the 32mm bore, 5mm stroke, G1/8 PT port, M10x1.25 rod thread and U flat-end back cover. Because this is a no-magnet SKU, it cannot take a sensor; if you need position detection, step up to an -S MSBL variant which uses the newer CMSG/DMSG/EMSG switches instead of the older CS1-M/DS1-M. Minimum air pressure is 0.2 MPa. Never apply an external load on the spring return stroke. If 317.7 N at 0.5 MPa is too much force, step down to the 25mm bore providing 176.4 N; if you need more power, step up to the 40mm bore delivering 539.9 N at 0.5 MPa.
Upgrade checklist
- ✓ Order the AIRTACMSBLFRONTSINGLEACTINGCOMPACTCYLINDERMSBL32X5U (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 AIRTACMSBLFRONTSINGLEACTINGCOMPACTCYLINDERMSBL32X5U instead of this discontinued model.
Airtac MSAL Front Single Acting Compact Cylinder MSAL32X5U FAQ
Yes, the MSAL32X5U is discontinued. The exact drop-in replacement is the MSBL32X5U, offering the same 32mm bore, 5mm stroke, U back cover, G1/8 port and single-acting push function.
The usable push force is 317.7 N at 0.5 MPa and 478.5 N at 0.7 MPa (roughly 48.8 kgf). The minimum operating pressure is 0.2 MPa because the air must overcome the internal return spring.
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