This model is discontinued
AirTAC has phased out the MAL series. The drop-in replacement is AIRTACMTBLREARSINGLEACTINGMINICYLINDERMTBL40X10U — same bore, stroke, output force, port and mounting, so it fits the same application. Simply order the AIRTACMTBLREARSINGLEACTINGMINICYLINDERMTBL40X10U 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 MTAL40X10U
The AirTAC Airtac MTAL Rear Single Acting Mini Cylinder MTAL40X10U is a single acting, pull (spring extend) aluminum-barrel mini cylinder with a Ø40mm bore and 10mm 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 AIRTACMTBLREARSINGLEACTINGMINICYLINDERMTBL40X10U.
- BoreØ40 mm
- Stroke10 mm
- Port sizeG1/4
- Acting typeSingle acting, pull (spring extend)
- Rod threadM12×1.25
- StatusDiscontinued → AIRTACMTBLREARSINGLEACTINGMINICYLINDERMTBL40X10U
About the Airtac MTAL Rear Single Acting Mini Cylinder MTAL40X10U
The AirTAC MTAL40X10U is a discontinued single-acting pull-type mini cylinder with a 40mm bore and 10mm stroke. Air retracts the rod while an internal spring extends it, yielding a fail-safe extended home position. It delivers a usable pull force of 439.4 N at 0.5 MPa. The exact drop-in replacement is the MTBL40X10U, matching the bore, stroke, G1/4 port, and U flat-end cover.
This MTAL40X10U features a fixed rubber bumper and a robust Ø16 mm carbon-steel rod with a 20 um hard chrome plating. It uses a heterogeneous grease-retaining seal and a self-lubricating front-cover guide. Because this specific SKU lacks the -S magnet option, it cannot accept a position sensor. The newer MTBL40X10U upgrade features a riveted rolling-packed body and CMSG/DMSG/EMSG sensors, replacing this model's threaded covers and older switch standards.
Airtac MTAL Rear Single Acting Mini Cylinder MTAL40X10U Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MTAL Rear Single Acting Mini Cylinder MTAL40X10U |
|---|---|
| Series | MAL single-acting mini cylinder (discontinued) |
| Replacement | AIRTACMTBLREARSINGLEACTINGMINICYLINDERMTBL40X10U |
| Bore size | Ø40 mm |
| Stroke | 10 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 AIRTACMTBLREARSINGLEACTINGMINICYLINDERMTBL40X10U 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 MTAL40X10U
| MTAL | Single acting, pull (spring extend) aluminum-barrel mini cylinder (discontinued). |
|---|---|
| 40 | Bore size in mm (20/25/32/40). |
| ×10 | 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 MTAL40X10U Is Used
Injection Mold Ejector
Pulls an injection mold ejector pin back against the 439.4 N force at 0.5 MPa, ensuring the spring extends the pin out safely on air loss to eject the plastic part.
Packaging Flap Tensioner
Draws back a carton sealing flap tensioner in a packaging line, using the 10mm stroke to clear the path before the spring-extended home position locks it in place for the next cycle.
Stamping Press Latch
Retracts a safety latch on a metal stamping press guard, requiring the 650.4 N pull at 0.7 MPa to overcome the mechanism, while the spring-extended fail-safe secures the guard when air is removed.
Replacing the Airtac MTAL Rear Single Acting Mini Cylinder MTAL40X10U with AIRTACMTBLREARSINGLEACTINGMINICYLINDERMTBL40X10U
To replace this MTAL40X10U, order the MTBL40X10U. Confirm the 40mm bore, 10mm stroke, PT G1/4 port, M12x1.25 rod thread, and the flat-end U back cover. Remember the minimum operating pressure is 0.2 MPa. The fail-safe home is extended, so apply no external load on the spring extend stroke. If you need to step down, the 32mm bore neighbor provides 261.2 N of pull at 0.5 MPa. If you need to step up, the 40mm is the largest available MAL series size, offering 650.4 N at 0.7 MPa.
Upgrade checklist
- ✓ Order the AIRTACMTBLREARSINGLEACTINGMINICYLINDERMTBL40X10U (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 AIRTACMTBLREARSINGLEACTINGMINICYLINDERMTBL40X10U instead of this discontinued model.
Airtac MTAL Rear Single Acting Mini Cylinder MTAL40X10U FAQ
Yes, the MTAL40X10U is discontinued. The exact drop-in replacement is the MTBL40X10U, which matches the 40mm bore, 10mm stroke, G1/4 port, and flat-end U cover. The MTBL upgrade changes the body to a riveted rolling-packed design and uses CMSG/DMSG/EMSG sensors instead of the older threaded covers.
The MTAL40X10U is a single-acting pull cylinder with a usable pull force of 439.4 N at 0.5 MPa and 650.4 N at 0.7 MPa. The minimum operating pressure is 0.2 MPa. It uses a fixed rubber bumper, and because this SKU lacks a magnet, it cannot accept a position sensor.
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