This model is discontinued
AirTAC has phased out the MAL series. The drop-in replacement is AIRTACMTBLREARSINGLEACTINGMINICYLINDERMTBL40X100SCA — same bore, stroke, output force, port and mounting, so it fits the same application. Simply order the AIRTACMTBLREARSINGLEACTINGMINICYLINDERMTBL40X100SCA 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 MTAL40X100SCA
The AirTAC Airtac MTAL Rear Single Acting Mini Cylinder MTAL40X100SCA is a single acting, pull (spring extend) aluminum-barrel mini cylinder with a Ø40mm bore and 100mm stroke, G1/4 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 AIRTACMTBLREARSINGLEACTINGMINICYLINDERMTBL40X100SCA.
- BoreØ40 mm
- Stroke100 mm
- Port sizeG1/4
- Acting typeSingle acting, pull (spring extend)
- Rod threadM12×1.25
- StatusDiscontinued → AIRTACMTBLREARSINGLEACTINGMINICYLINDERMTBL40X100SCA
About the Airtac MTAL Rear Single Acting Mini Cylinder MTAL40X100SCA
The AirTAC MTAL40X100SCA is a discontinued single-acting pull cylinder with a spring-extend fail-safe. Air retracts the 16 mm rod, while the internal spring pushes it back out. It delivers a usable pull force of 439.4 N at 0.5 MPa and 650.4 N at 0.7 MPa. The direct drop-in replacement is the MTBL40X100SCA, matching the 40 mm bore, 100 mm stroke, and G1/4 port.
This MTAL40X100SCA features a CA pivot clevis back cover that swings on a pin to absorb arcing loads. The -S magnet works with CS1-M or DS1-M switches, while the MTBL upgrade uses CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG sensors. The MTAL uses threaded covers, whereas the MTBL features a riveted rolling-packed body. Both use a fixed rubber bumper. Never apply external load on the spring extend stroke.
Airtac MTAL Rear Single Acting Mini Cylinder MTAL40X100SCA Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MTAL Rear Single Acting Mini Cylinder MTAL40X100SCA |
|---|---|
| Series | MAL single-acting mini cylinder (discontinued) |
| Replacement | AIRTACMTBLREARSINGLEACTINGMINICYLINDERMTBL40X100SCA |
| Bore size | Ø40 mm |
| Stroke | 100 mm |
| Acting type | Single acting, pull (spring extend) |
| Port size | G1/4 |
| Rod thread | M12×1.25 |
| 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 AIRTACMTBLREARSINGLEACTINGMINICYLINDERMTBL40X100SCA carries the same single-acting ratings.
Usable Pull Force (Ø40mm)
| Pressure | Pull force (net of spring) |
|---|---|
| 0.5 MPa | 439.4 N |
| 0.7 MPa | 650.4 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 MTAL40X100SCA
| MTAL | Single acting, pull (spring extend) aluminum-barrel mini cylinder (discontinued). |
|---|---|
| 40 | Bore size in mm (20/25/32/40). |
| ×100 | 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 MTAL40X100SCA Is Used
Press Brake Tooling Unlatch
Retracts a heavy mechanical latch to release upper press brake tools, using 439.4 N of pull at 0.5 MPa. The spring-extend fail-safe parks the latch open safely during air loss.
Welding Fixture Pin Extraction
Pulls locating pins from thick steel welding fixtures. The CA pivot clevis swings to handle slight arcing misalignment, while the fixed bumper absorbs the 100 mm stroke impact.
Stamping Die Scrap Gate
Draws back a scrap chute gate in a metal stamping die. The single-acting spring-extend design requires only one 3/2 valve, simplifying pneumatic plumbing on the die.
Replacing the Airtac MTAL Rear Single Acting Mini Cylinder MTAL40X100SCA with AIRTACMTBLREARSINGLEACTINGMINICYLINDERMTBL40X100SCA
To replace this MTAL40X100SCA with the MTBL40X100SCA, confirm the 40 mm bore, 100 mm stroke, G1/4 port, PT thread, CA pivot clevis, and -S magnet. Remember the sensor family changes from CS1-M or DS1-M to CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG. Operating pressure must be at least 0.2 MPa. The fail-safe home is extended, so apply no external load on the spring extend stroke. At 100 mm stroke, watch for side loads that could bend the rod.
If sizing force, step down to bore 32, which yields 261.2 N at 0.5 MPa. Stepping up is not possible as 40 mm is the largest MAL mini bore. The full force set for this 40 mm bore is 439.4 N pull at 0.5 MPa, 650.4 N pull at 0.7 MPa, and a max 66.3 kgf. The fixed rubber bumper absorbs end impact.
Upgrade checklist
- ✓ Order the AIRTACMTBLREARSINGLEACTINGMINICYLINDERMTBL40X100SCA (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 AIRTACMTBLREARSINGLEACTINGMINICYLINDERMTBL40X100SCA instead of this discontinued model.
Airtac MTAL Rear Single Acting Mini Cylinder MTAL40X100SCA FAQ
Yes, the MTAL40X100SCA is discontinued. The exact drop-in replacement is the MTBL40X100SCA, matching the 40 mm bore, 100 mm stroke, G1/4 port, and CA mounting. You must swap the CS1-M or DS1-M switches for CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG sensors.
The full figure set is 439.4 N pull at 0.5 MPa, 650.4 N pull at 0.7 MPa, and a max 66.3 kgf. It is single-acting pull, so air retracts the rod and the spring extends it. On air loss, the fail-safe home is extended.
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