This model is discontinued
AirTAC has phased out the MAL series. The drop-in replacement is AIRTACMTBLREARSINGLEACTINGMINICYLINDERMTBL32X20U — same bore, stroke, output force, port and mounting, so it fits the same application. Simply order the AIRTACMTBLREARSINGLEACTINGMINICYLINDERMTBL32X20U 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 MTAL Rear Single Acting Mini Cylinder MTAL32X20U
The AirTAC Airtac MTAL Rear Single Acting Mini Cylinder MTAL32X20U is a single acting, pull (spring extend) aluminum-barrel mini cylinder with a Ø32mm bore and 20mm stroke, G1/8 ports and a fixed rubber bumper. Air drives the pull (work) stroke and the spring returns the rod — it rests extended on air loss. This model is discontinued; the drop-in replacement is the AIRTACMTBLREARSINGLEACTINGMINICYLINDERMTBL32X20U.
- BoreØ32 mm
- Stroke20 mm
- Port sizeG1/8
- Acting typeSingle acting, pull (spring extend)
- Rod threadM10×1.25
- StatusDiscontinued → AIRTACMTBLREARSINGLEACTINGMINICYLINDERMTBL32X20U
About the Airtac MTAL Rear Single Acting Mini Cylinder MTAL32X20U
The AirTAC MTAL32X20U is a discontinued single-acting pull-type mini cylinder. Air retracts the rod, while an internal spring extends it, meaning the fail-safe home position is extended. It delivers a usable pull force of 261.2 N at 0.5 MPa. The exact drop-in replacement is the MTBL32X20U.
This 32mm bore unit features a 12mm rod, M10x1.25 rod-end thread, and a G1/8 PT port. It has a flat-end U back cover and fixed rubber bumper. Because this SKU lacks a magnet, it cannot take a position sensor. The MTBL32X20U upgrade uses a riveted body and CMSG sensors.
Airtac MTAL Rear Single Acting Mini Cylinder MTAL32X20U Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MTAL Rear Single Acting Mini Cylinder MTAL32X20U |
|---|---|
| Series | MAL single-acting mini cylinder (discontinued) |
| Replacement | AIRTACMTBLREARSINGLEACTINGMINICYLINDERMTBL32X20U |
| Bore size | Ø32 mm |
| Stroke | 20 mm |
| Acting type | Single acting, pull (spring extend) |
| 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 100 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 AIRTACMTBLREARSINGLEACTINGMINICYLINDERMTBL32X20U carries the same single-acting ratings.
Usable Pull Force (Ø32mm)
| Pressure | Pull force (net of spring) |
|---|---|
| 0.5 MPa | 261.2 N |
| 0.7 MPa | 399.4 N |
Usable single-acting force after the return spring — lower than a same-bore double-acting cylinder. Size with a margin.
Model Code: Airtac MTAL Rear Single Acting Mini Cylinder MTAL32X20U
| MTAL | Single acting, pull (spring extend) aluminum-barrel mini cylinder (discontinued). |
|---|---|
| 32 | Bore size in mm (20/25/32/40). |
| ×20 | Stroke length in mm. |
| S | Optional magnet for a CS1-M / DS1-M sensor (MTBL uses CMSG/DMSG/EMSG). |
| CA / U / CM | Back cover: CA pivot, U flat-end or CM round-end. |
Replacement: MTAL → MTBL. Related: MSAL/MSBL (single-acting push), MAL/MBL (double acting).
Where the Airtac MTAL Rear Single Acting Mini Cylinder MTAL32X20U Is Used
Packaging Lane Diverters
Pulls a mechanical lane gate on a carton packaging line. The 261.2 N pull force at 0.5 MPa handles the guide friction, while the spring-extend fail-safe opens the lane on air loss.
Textile Tension Arms
Retracts a fabric tensioning arm on a weaving loom. The 20mm stroke provides precise take-up, and the spring-extended home maintains baseline tension when air is dropped.
CNC Door Latches
Draws back a safety door latch pin on a CNC machining center. The 399.4 N pull at 0.7 MPa overcomes the pin friction, ensuring the latch locks securely.
Replacing the Airtac MTAL Rear Single Acting Mini Cylinder MTAL32X20U with AIRTACMTBLREARSINGLEACTINGMINICYLINDERMTBL32X20U
Replace this MTAL32X20U with the MTBL32X20U, confirming the 32mm bore, 20mm stroke, G1/8 port, and U back cover. The minimum working pressure is 0.2 MPa. Apply no external load on the spring extend stroke. If sizing down, the 25mm bore offers 137.2 N at 0.5 MPa. If sizing up, the 40mm bore provides 439.4 N at 0.5 MPa.
Upgrade checklist
- ✓ Order the AIRTACMTBLREARSINGLEACTINGMINICYLINDERMTBL32X20U (same bore/stroke/force)
- ✓ Same pull direction and extended 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 AIRTACMTBLREARSINGLEACTINGMINICYLINDERMTBL32X20U instead of this discontinued model.
Airtac MTAL Rear Single Acting Mini Cylinder MTAL32X20U FAQ
Yes, the MTAL32X20U is discontinued. The exact drop-in replacement is the MTBL32X20U, which matches the 32mm bore, 20mm stroke, and 261.2 N pull force. The MTBL upgrade changes from threaded covers to a riveted body.
This single-acting pull cylinder provides 261.2 N pull at 0.5 MPa and 399.4 N at 0.7 MPa. Because this specific U-cover SKU has no -S magnet, it cannot take a position sensor. The MTBL32X20U replacement uses CMSG/DMSG/EMSG sensors.
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