This model is discontinued
AirTAC has phased out the MAL series. The drop-in replacement is AIRTACMTBLREARSINGLEACTINGMINICYLINDERMTBL40X40CM — same bore, stroke, output force, port and mounting, so it fits the same application. Simply order the AIRTACMTBLREARSINGLEACTINGMINICYLINDERMTBL40X40CM 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 MTAL40X40CM
The AirTAC Airtac MTAL Rear Single Acting Mini Cylinder MTAL40X40CM 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 AIRTACMTBLREARSINGLEACTINGMINICYLINDERMTBL40X40CM.
- BoreØ40 mm
- Stroke40 mm
- Port sizeG1/4
- Acting typeSingle acting, pull (spring extend)
- Rod threadM12×1.25
- StatusDiscontinued → AIRTACMTBLREARSINGLEACTINGMINICYLINDERMTBL40X40CM
About the Airtac MTAL Rear Single Acting Mini Cylinder MTAL40X40CM
The AirTAC MTAL40X40CM is a discontinued single-acting pull-type mini cylinder with a spring-extend fail-safe. Air retracts the Ø16 mm rod, while the internal spring extends it back out on air loss. 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 MTBL40X40CM, matching the 40 mm bore, 40 mm stroke, G1/4 port, and CM round-end cover.
This SKU features a fixed rubber bumper and threaded covers, whereas the MTBL upgrade uses a riveted rolling-packed body. Because this specific model lacks the -S magnet suffix, it cannot accept a position sensor; the MTBL replacement would use CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG switches. Apply no external load on the spring extend stroke to avoid mechanical damage.
Airtac MTAL Rear Single Acting Mini Cylinder MTAL40X40CM Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MTAL Rear Single Acting Mini Cylinder MTAL40X40CM |
|---|---|
| Series | MAL single-acting mini cylinder (discontinued) |
| Replacement | AIRTACMTBLREARSINGLEACTINGMINICYLINDERMTBL40X40CM |
| 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 AIRTACMTBLREARSINGLEACTINGMINICYLINDERMTBL40X40CM 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 MTAL40X40CM
| 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 MTAL40X40CM Is Used
Injection Mold Ejection
Pulls an ejection pin back inside an injection mold cavity. The 439.4 N pull force at 0.5 MPa handles the mechanical drag, and the spring-extend fail-safe parks the pin out safely.
Press Brake Tensioning
Draws back a mechanical tensioner on a press brake guide. The 650.4 N pull force at 0.7 MPa overcomes the return spring load, while the fixed rubber bumper absorbs the retraction impact.
Packaging Lid Latch
Retracts a safety latch pin on a packaging machine lid. The single-acting pull design requires only one 3/2 valve, and the spring-extend home ensures the latch secures automatically on air loss.
Replacing the Airtac MTAL Rear Single Acting Mini Cylinder MTAL40X40CM with AIRTACMTBLREARSINGLEACTINGMINICYLINDERMTBL40X40CM
To replace this MTAL40X40CM with the MTBL40X40CM, confirm the 40 mm bore, 40 mm stroke, G1/4 port, PT thread, CM round-end cover, and lack of a magnet. Remember the 0.2 MPa minimum operating pressure and that the fail-safe home is EXTENDED. If you need to step down, the 32 mm bore yields 261.2 N of pull force at 0.5 MPa. As the largest standard size, 40 mm is your maximum bore, providing 439.4 N at 0.5 MPa. The 40 mm stroke is well under the 100 mm maximum, so rod-bending side loads are less of a concern, but always verify your mounting alignment.
Upgrade checklist
- ✓ Order the AIRTACMTBLREARSINGLEACTINGMINICYLINDERMTBL40X40CM (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 AIRTACMTBLREARSINGLEACTINGMINICYLINDERMTBL40X40CM instead of this discontinued model.
Airtac MTAL Rear Single Acting Mini Cylinder MTAL40X40CM FAQ
Yes, the MTAL40X40CM is discontinued. The exact drop-in replacement is the MTBL40X40CM, matching the 40 mm bore, 40 mm stroke, G1/4 port, and CM round-end cover. The MTBL uses a riveted rolling-packed body instead of threaded covers.
This single-acting pull cylinder delivers 439.4 N of usable pull force at 0.5 MPa and 650.4 N at 0.7 MPa (max 66.3 kgf). Because this SKU lacks the -S magnet suffix, it cannot accept a position sensor; the MTBL replacement uses CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG switches.
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