This model is discontinued
AirTAC has phased out the MAL series. The drop-in replacement is AIRTACMTBLREARSINGLEACTINGMINICYLINDERMTBL40X15SCA — same bore, stroke, output force, port and mounting, so it fits the same application. Simply order the AIRTACMTBLREARSINGLEACTINGMINICYLINDERMTBL40X15SCA 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 MTAL40X15SCA
The AirTAC Airtac MTAL Rear Single Acting Mini Cylinder MTAL40X15SCA is a single acting, pull (spring extend) aluminum-barrel mini cylinder with a Ø40mm bore and 15mm 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 AIRTACMTBLREARSINGLEACTINGMINICYLINDERMTBL40X15SCA.
- BoreØ40 mm
- Stroke15 mm
- Port sizeG1/4
- Acting typeSingle acting, pull (spring extend)
- Rod threadM12×1.25
- StatusDiscontinued → AIRTACMTBLREARSINGLEACTINGMINICYLINDERMTBL40X15SCA
About the Airtac MTAL Rear Single Acting Mini Cylinder MTAL40X15SCA
The AirTAC MTAL40X15SCA is a discontinued single-acting pull cylinder with a spring-extend fail-safe. Air retracts the 16mm rod over a 15mm stroke, while an internal spring extends it back out when air is released. This 40mm bore mini-cylinder delivers a usable pull force of 439.4 N at 0.5 MPa. The exact drop-in replacement is the MTBL40X15SCA, matching the bore, stroke, force, and G1/4 port.
This SKU includes the -S magnet and the CA back cover. The CA clevis swings on a pin to absorb arcing load misalignment. The MTAL uses threaded covers and the -S magnet works with CS1-M / DS1-M switches. The MTBL40X15SCA upgrade shifts to a riveted rolling-packed body and uses CMSG / DMSG / EMSG sensors. A fixed rubber bumper absorbs end-of-stroke shock, and you must apply no external load on the spring-extend stroke.
Airtac MTAL Rear Single Acting Mini Cylinder MTAL40X15SCA Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MTAL Rear Single Acting Mini Cylinder MTAL40X15SCA |
|---|---|
| Series | MAL single-acting mini cylinder (discontinued) |
| Replacement | AIRTACMTBLREARSINGLEACTINGMINICYLINDERMTBL40X15SCA |
| Bore size | Ø40 mm |
| Stroke | 15 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 AIRTACMTBLREARSINGLEACTINGMINICYLINDERMTBL40X15SCA 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 MTAL40X15SCA
| MTAL | Single acting, pull (spring extend) aluminum-barrel mini cylinder (discontinued). |
|---|---|
| 40 | Bore size in mm (20/25/32/40). |
| ×15 | 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 MTAL40X15SCA Is Used
Injection Mold Ejector
Pulls an internal mold latch back against 439.4 N of resistance at 0.5 MPa, using the 15mm stroke to release the mold plate safely.
Brake Caliper Retract
Uses the single-acting pull to draw back a packaging line brake pad, relying on the spring-extend fail-safe to disengage the brake on air loss.
PCB Test Fixture
Retracts a test probe holder out of the way; the CA pivot clevis absorbs any slight misalignment in the fixture mounting bracket.
Replacing the Airtac MTAL Rear Single Acting Mini Cylinder MTAL40X15SCA with AIRTACMTBLREARSINGLEACTINGMINICYLINDERMTBL40X15SCA
To replace this MTAL40X15SCA with the MTBL40X15SCA, confirm the 40mm bore, 15mm stroke, G1/4 PT port, M12x1.25 rod thread, CA pivot back cover, and the -S magnet. Remember the sensor family changes from CS1-M / DS1-M to CMSG / DMSG / EMSG. The system needs at least 0.2 MPa to overcome the spring, and the fail-safe home is extended.
If sizing this 40mm bore, the next size down is the 32mm bore delivering 261.2 N at 0.5 MPa. If you need more power, the 40mm is the largest standard mini available, offering 650.4 N at 0.7 MPa. Since the 15mm stroke is short, ensure the front-cover guide is aligned to prevent rod-bending side loads.
Upgrade checklist
- ✓ Order the AIRTACMTBLREARSINGLEACTINGMINICYLINDERMTBL40X15SCA (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 AIRTACMTBLREARSINGLEACTINGMINICYLINDERMTBL40X15SCA instead of this discontinued model.
Airtac MTAL Rear Single Acting Mini Cylinder MTAL40X15SCA FAQ
Yes, the MTAL40X15SCA is discontinued. The exact drop-in replacement is the MTBL40X15SCA. It matches the 40mm bore, 15mm stroke, CA mount, and G1/4 port. You only need to upgrade your sensors from the old CS1-M / DS1-M switches to the new CMSG / DMSG / EMSG family.
The 40mm bore single-acting pull force is 439.4 N at 0.5 MPa and 650.4 N at 0.7 MPa. The fail-safe home is extended, meaning on air loss the internal spring pushes the rod out. It requires a minimum of 0.2 MPa to pull the rod back.
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