This model is discontinued
AirTAC has phased out the MAL series. The drop-in replacement is AIRTACMTBLREARSINGLEACTINGMINICYLINDERMTBL40X40CA — same bore, stroke, output force, port and mounting, so it fits the same application. Simply order the AIRTACMTBLREARSINGLEACTINGMINICYLINDERMTBL40X40CA 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 MTAL40X40CA
The AirTAC Airtac MTAL Rear Single Acting Mini Cylinder MTAL40X40CA is a single acting, pull (spring extend) aluminum-barrel mini cylinder with a Ø40mm bore and 40mm 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 AIRTACMTBLREARSINGLEACTINGMINICYLINDERMTBL40X40CA.
- BoreØ40 mm
- Stroke40 mm
- Port sizeG1/4
- Acting typeSingle acting, pull (spring extend)
- Rod threadM12×1.25
- StatusDiscontinued → AIRTACMTBLREARSINGLEACTINGMINICYLINDERMTBL40X40CA
About the Airtac MTAL Rear Single Acting Mini Cylinder MTAL40X40CA
The AirTAC MTAL40X40CA is a discontinued single-acting pull-type mini cylinder with a 40mm bore and 40mm 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 MTBL40X40CA, which retains the CA pivot clevis and G1/4 port.
This SKU lacks the -S magnet option and cannot accept a position sensor. The MTAL uses threaded covers and a fixed rubber bumper, whereas the MTBL upgrade features a riveted rolling-packed body and CMSG/DMSG/EMSG sensors. Apply no external load on the spring extend stroke to avoid damaging the internal mechanism.
Airtac MTAL Rear Single Acting Mini Cylinder MTAL40X40CA Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MTAL Rear Single Acting Mini Cylinder MTAL40X40CA |
|---|---|
| Series | MAL single-acting mini cylinder (discontinued) |
| Replacement | AIRTACMTBLREARSINGLEACTINGMINICYLINDERMTBL40X40CA |
| Bore size | Ø40 mm |
| Stroke | 40 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 AIRTACMTBLREARSINGLEACTINGMINICYLINDERMTBL40X40CA 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 MTAL40X40CA
| MTAL | Single acting, pull (spring extend) aluminum-barrel mini cylinder (discontinued). |
|---|---|
| 40 | Bore size in mm (20/25/32/40). |
| ×40 | 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 MTAL40X40CA Is Used
CNC Lathe Door Interlock
Pulls a heavy sliding machine door closed against a 400N resistance at 0.5MPa, using the CA pivot to handle slight misalignment during travel.
Injection Mold Ejector
Draws back an ejector pin array on a 40mm stroke, relying on the fail-safe extended position to safely clear the mold halves when air pressure drops.
Packaging Flap Tensioner
Maintains 439.4N of pulling tension to hold carton flaps during tape sealing, with the spring-extend safely releasing the load on air loss.
Replacing the Airtac MTAL Rear Single Acting Mini Cylinder MTAL40X40CA with AIRTACMTBLREARSINGLEACTINGMINICYLINDERMTBL40X40CA
Replace the MTAL40X40CA with the MTBL40X40CA, confirming the 40mm bore, 40mm stroke, G1/4 port, PT thread, and CA pivot back cover. Because this is a no-SKU, it cannot take a sensor; if you need position detection, step up to an MBL with a -S magnet and CMSG/DMSG/EMSG switches. Remember the 0.2 MPa minimum operating pressure and the fail-safe extended home.
To size correctly, step down to the 32mm bore for a lighter 261.2 N pull at 0.5 MPa, or step up if you need more force. Since the stroke is under 100mm, rod bending is minimal, but always avoid side loads. The CA clevis swings on a pin for arcing loads.
Upgrade checklist
- ✓ Order the AIRTACMTBLREARSINGLEACTINGMINICYLINDERMTBL40X40CA (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 AIRTACMTBLREARSINGLEACTINGMINICYLINDERMTBL40X40CA instead of this discontinued model.
Airtac MTAL Rear Single Acting Mini Cylinder MTAL40X40CA FAQ
Yes, the MTAL40X40CA is discontinued. The exact drop-in replacement is the MTBL40X40CA, which matches the 40mm bore, 40mm stroke, G1/4 port, and CA clevis mounting. The MTBL upgrades the body to a riveted rolling-packed design.
This single-acting pull cylinder delivers 439.4N at 0.5MPa and 650.4N at 0.7MPa. It has a fixed rubber bumper, requires a 3/2 valve, and needs a minimum of 0.2MPa to overcome the return spring. The maximum standard stroke is 100mm.
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