This model is discontinued
AirTAC has phased out the MAL series. The drop-in replacement is AIRTACMTBLREARSINGLEACTINGMINICYLINDERMTBL40X40SCM — same bore, stroke, output force, port and mounting, so it fits the same application. Simply order the AIRTACMTBLREARSINGLEACTINGMINICYLINDERMTBL40X40SCM 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 MTAL40X40SCM
The AirTAC Airtac MTAL Rear Single Acting Mini Cylinder MTAL40X40SCM 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 AIRTACMTBLREARSINGLEACTINGMINICYLINDERMTBL40X40SCM.
- BoreØ40 mm
- Stroke40 mm
- Port sizeG1/4
- Acting typeSingle acting, pull (spring extend)
- Rod threadM12×1.25
- StatusDiscontinued → AIRTACMTBLREARSINGLEACTINGMINICYLINDERMTBL40X40SCM
About the Airtac MTAL Rear Single Acting Mini Cylinder MTAL40X40SCM
The AirTAC MTAL40X40SCM is a discontinued single-acting pull-type mini cylinder. Air retracts the 16mm rod for the work stroke, while an internal spring extends it. It delivers a usable pull force of 439.4 N at 0.5 MPa. The exact drop-in replacement is the MTBL40X40SCM, matching the 40mm bore, 40mm stroke, G1/4 port, and CM mounting.
This SKU features a -S magnet for CS1-M or DS1-M switches; the MTBL upgrade uses CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG sensors. The MTAL has threaded covers and a fixed rubber bumper, whereas the MTBL uses a riveted rolling-packed body. The fail-safe home is extended, meaning air loss pushes the rod out.
Airtac MTAL Rear Single Acting Mini Cylinder MTAL40X40SCM Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MTAL Rear Single Acting Mini Cylinder MTAL40X40SCM |
|---|---|
| Series | MAL single-acting mini cylinder (discontinued) |
| Replacement | AIRTACMTBLREARSINGLEACTINGMINICYLINDERMTBL40X40SCM |
| 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 AIRTACMTBLREARSINGLEACTINGMINICYLINDERMTBL40X40SCM 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 MTAL40X40SCM
| 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 MTAL40X40SCM Is Used
Injection Mold Ejection
Pulls a mold ejector pin back against 439.4 N at 0.5 MPa during injection, with the spring-extend fail-safe safely pushing the pin out on air loss.
Packaging Flap Tensioning
Draws back a carton sealing flap arm using the 16mm rod; the extended fail-safe home releases tension to prevent carton jams during line stops.
PCB Router Gate Pull
Retracts a routing machine dust-cover gate; the single-acting pull design requires only one 3/2 valve to manage the 40mm stroke.
Replacing the Airtac MTAL Rear Single Acting Mini Cylinder MTAL40X40SCM with AIRTACMTBLREARSINGLEACTINGMINICYLINDERMTBL40X40SCM
To replace this MTAL40X40SCM with the MTBL40X40SCM, confirm the 40mm bore, 40mm stroke, M12x1.25 rod thread, PT G1/4 port, and CM round-end back cover. The -S magnet requires changing from CS1-M/DS1-M to CMSG/DMSG/EMSG sensors. Maintain a minimum 0.2 MPa operating pressure and apply no external load on the spring extend stroke, as the fail-safe home is extended.
If sizing down, the 32mm bore neighbor provides 261.2 N pull at 0.5 MPa. If stepping up is needed, 40mm is the largest standard MTAL bore, offering 439.4 N at 0.5 MPa and 650.4 N at 0.7 MPa.
Upgrade checklist
- ✓ Order the AIRTACMTBLREARSINGLEACTINGMINICYLINDERMTBL40X40SCM (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 AIRTACMTBLREARSINGLEACTINGMINICYLINDERMTBL40X40SCM instead of this discontinued model.
Airtac MTAL Rear Single Acting Mini Cylinder MTAL40X40SCM FAQ
Yes, the MTAL40X40SCM is discontinued. The exact drop-in replacement is the MTBL40X40SCM, which matches the 40mm bore, 40mm stroke, G1/4 port, and CM back cover. You must update your -S magnet sensors from CS1-M/DS1-M to the CMSG/DMSG/EMSG family.
The MTAL40X40SCM provides a usable pull force of 439.4 N at 0.5 MPa and 650.4 N at 0.7 MPa. It operates on 0.2-1.0 MPa pressure with a fixed rubber bumper. The fail-safe home is extended, meaning the spring pushes the rod out upon air loss.
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