This model is discontinued
AirTAC has phased out the MAL series. The drop-in replacement is AIRTACMTBLREARSINGLEACTINGMINICYLINDERMTBL32X25U — same bore, stroke, output force, port and mounting, so it fits the same application. Simply order the AIRTACMTBLREARSINGLEACTINGMINICYLINDERMTBL32X25U 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 MTAL32X25U
The AirTAC Airtac MTAL Rear Single Acting Mini Cylinder MTAL32X25U is a single acting, pull (spring extend) aluminum-barrel mini cylinder with a Ø32mm bore and 25mm 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 AIRTACMTBLREARSINGLEACTINGMINICYLINDERMTBL32X25U.
- BoreØ32 mm
- Stroke25 mm
- Port sizeG1/8
- Acting typeSingle acting, pull (spring extend)
- Rod threadM10×1.25
- StatusDiscontinued → AIRTACMTBLREARSINGLEACTINGMINICYLINDERMTBL32X25U
About the Airtac MTAL Rear Single Acting Mini Cylinder MTAL32X25U
The AirTAC MTAL32X25U is a discontinued single-acting pull-type mini cylinder with a 32mm bore and 25mm stroke. Air retracts the rod while an internal spring extends it, providing a fail-safe extended home position. It delivers a usable pull force of 261.2 N at 0.5 MPa (399.4 N at 0.7 MPa). The exact drop-in replacement is the MTBL32X25U, matching the bore, stroke, G1/8 port, and U flat-end back cover.
This MTAL32X25U features a 12mm carbon-steel rod with a 20um hard chrome finish and a self-lubricating front-cover guide. It uses a fixed rubber bumper for end-of-stroke damping. Because this SKU lacks the -S magnet, it cannot accept a position sensor. The MTBL upgrade switches from threaded covers to a riveted rolling-packed body, and if sensors are needed later, the MTBL uses CMSG/DMSG/EMSG switches instead of the older CS1-M/DS1-M.
Airtac MTAL Rear Single Acting Mini Cylinder MTAL32X25U Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MTAL Rear Single Acting Mini Cylinder MTAL32X25U |
|---|---|
| Series | MAL single-acting mini cylinder (discontinued) |
| Replacement | AIRTACMTBLREARSINGLEACTINGMINICYLINDERMTBL32X25U |
| Bore size | Ø32 mm |
| Stroke | 25 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 AIRTACMTBLREARSINGLEACTINGMINICYLINDERMTBL32X25U 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 MTAL32X25U
| MTAL | Single acting, pull (spring extend) 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 (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 MTAL32X25U Is Used
Packaging Flap Control
Pulls a cardboard flap down on a carton sealer using 261.2 N at 0.5 MPa, letting the small spring extend the rod safely when air drops.
Lathe Chuck Unclamp
Retracts a small lathe collet actuator to release metal bar stock, relying on the fail-safe extended position to clear the work area.
Textile Latch Release
Draws back a fabric tensioning latch on a weaving machine, using the 25mm stroke to clear the guide rail during yarn changes.
Replacing the Airtac MTAL Rear Single Acting Mini Cylinder MTAL32X25U with AIRTACMTBLREARSINGLEACTINGMINICYLINDERMTBL32X25U
To replace this MTAL32X25U, order the MTBL32X25U. Confirm the 32mm bore, 25mm stroke, G1/8 port, PT thread, and U flat-end back cover. The single-acting pull function requires a 3/2 valve and a minimum 0.2 MPa operating pressure. Remember the fail-safe home is extended. Apply no external load on the spring extend stroke, as the spring only provides a small return force. If sizing down, the 25mm bore gives 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 AIRTACMTBLREARSINGLEACTINGMINICYLINDERMTBL32X25U (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 AIRTACMTBLREARSINGLEACTINGMINICYLINDERMTBL32X25U instead of this discontinued model.
Airtac MTAL Rear Single Acting Mini Cylinder MTAL32X25U FAQ
Yes, the MTAL32X25U is discontinued. The exact drop-in replacement is the MTBL32X25U, which matches the 32mm bore, 25mm stroke, G1/8 port, and U back cover. The MTBL upgrades the body to a riveted rolling-packed design.
The usable pull force is 261.2 N at 0.5 MPa and 399.4 N at 0.7 MPa. Because this specific SKU lacks the -S magnet, it cannot accept a position sensor. The MTBL upgrade uses CMSG/DMSG/EMSG switches if sensing is required.
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