This model is discontinued
AirTAC has phased out the MAL series. The drop-in replacement is AIRTACMTBLREARSINGLEACTINGMINICYLINDERMTBL40X15SCM — same bore, stroke, output force, port and mounting, so it fits the same application. Simply order the AIRTACMTBLREARSINGLEACTINGMINICYLINDERMTBL40X15SCM 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 MTAL40X15SCM
The AirTAC Airtac MTAL Rear Single Acting Mini Cylinder MTAL40X15SCM 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 AIRTACMTBLREARSINGLEACTINGMINICYLINDERMTBL40X15SCM.
- BoreØ40 mm
- Stroke15 mm
- Port sizeG1/4
- Acting typeSingle acting, pull (spring extend)
- Rod threadM12×1.25
- StatusDiscontinued → AIRTACMTBLREARSINGLEACTINGMINICYLINDERMTBL40X15SCM
About the Airtac MTAL Rear Single Acting Mini Cylinder MTAL40X15SCM
The AirTAC MTAL40X15SCM is a discontinued 40mm bore, single-acting pull mini cylinder with a 15mm 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 and 650.4 N at 0.7 MPa. The exact drop-in replacement is the MTBL40X15SCM, matching the bore, stroke, force, G1/4 port, and CM mounting.
This MTAL40X15SCM SKU includes a -S magnet for CS1-M / DS1-M switches; the MTBL upgrade uses CMSG / DMSG / EMSG sensors. The MTAL features threaded covers, whereas the MTBL uses a riveted rolling-packed body. It has a fixed rubber bumper, a 16mm hard-chrome carbon-steel rod, and a PT port thread. Apply no external load on the spring extend stroke for safety.
Airtac MTAL Rear Single Acting Mini Cylinder MTAL40X15SCM Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MTAL Rear Single Acting Mini Cylinder MTAL40X15SCM |
|---|---|
| Series | MAL single-acting mini cylinder (discontinued) |
| Replacement | AIRTACMTBLREARSINGLEACTINGMINICYLINDERMTBL40X15SCM |
| 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 AIRTACMTBLREARSINGLEACTINGMINICYLINDERMTBL40X15SCM 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 MTAL40X15SCM
| 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 MTAL40X15SCM Is Used
Sheet Metal Strip Tensioning
Pulls a 40mm tension arm to keep sheet metal strips taut during stamping. Offers 439.4 N pull at 0.5 MPa, releasing safely to the extended home on air loss.
Packaging Flap Retractor
Draws back a cardboard flap guide on a 15mm stroke during box forming. The spring-extended fail-safe opens the guide to prevent paper jams on air loss.
Lathe Chuck Latch
Retracts a 40mm bore safety latch to clear the chuck during turning. Uses the CM round-end cover for flush mounting and the -S magnet to confirm latch position.
Replacing the Airtac MTAL Rear Single Acting Mini Cylinder MTAL40X15SCM with AIRTACMTBLREARSINGLEACTINGMINICYLINDERMTBL40X15SCM
To replace this MTAL40X15SCM with the MTBL40X15SCM, confirm the 40mm bore, 15mm stroke, G1/4 port, M12x1.25 rod thread, CM round-end back cover, and -S magnet. Remember the sensor family changes from CS1-M / DS1-M to CMSG / DMSG / EMSG. The system requires a 0.2 MPa minimum working pressure to overcome the return spring. The fail-safe home is extended, and you must apply no external load on the spring extend stroke.
If sizing adjacent bores, step down to the 32mm bore (261.2 N pull at 0.5 MPa) for lighter tensioning jobs, or step up to a larger double-acting MAL if you need powered mid-stroke holding, as this single-acting spring-return cylinder cannot hold a load without air.
Upgrade checklist
- ✓ Order the AIRTACMTBLREARSINGLEACTINGMINICYLINDERMTBL40X15SCM (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 AIRTACMTBLREARSINGLEACTINGMINICYLINDERMTBL40X15SCM instead of this discontinued model.
Airtac MTAL Rear Single Acting Mini Cylinder MTAL40X15SCM FAQ
Yes, the MTAL40X15SCM is discontinued. The exact drop-in replacement is the MTBL40X15SCM, matching the 40mm bore, 15mm stroke, G1/4 port, and CM mounting. The MTBL upgrades the body to a riveted rolling-packed design and uses CMSG / DMSG / EMSG sensors instead of the older CS1-M / DS1-M switches.
The usable pull force is 439.4 N at 0.5 MPa and 650.4 N at 0.7 MPa. It is a single-acting pull cylinder where air retracts the rod and the spring extends it. The fail-safe home is extended, requiring a 0.2 MPa minimum pressure. It has a fixed rubber bumper and cannot hold a mid-stroke load without external air.
Authorized Export Seller
Genuine AirTAC parts produced by AirTAC factory.
Drop-in Upgrade
The AIRTACMTBLREARSINGLEACTINGMINICYLINDERMTBL40X15SCM replaces this model 1:1.
Fast Dispatch
MTBL replacements usually ship in 3-4 days.
Fast Reply
Most inquiries answered within 7-8 hours.
Recommended MTBL Replacements
Request a Quote (Airtac MTAL Rear Single Acting Mini Cylinder MTAL40X15SCM → AIRTACMTBLREARSINGLEACTINGMINICYLINDERMTBL40X15SCM)
Tell us the quantity and destination — we quote the drop-in AIRTACMTBLREARSINGLEACTINGMINICYLINDERMTBL40X15SCM replacement with price, stock and lead time, usually within 7-8 hours.