This model is discontinued
AirTAC has phased out the MAL series. The drop-in replacement is AIRTACMTBLREARSINGLEACTINGMINICYLINDERMTBL40X60SU — same bore, stroke, output force, port and mounting, so it fits the same application. Simply order the AIRTACMTBLREARSINGLEACTINGMINICYLINDERMTBL40X60SU 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 MTAL40X60SU
The AirTAC Airtac MTAL Rear Single Acting Mini Cylinder MTAL40X60SU is a single acting, pull (spring extend) aluminum-barrel mini cylinder with a Ø40mm bore and 60mm 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 AIRTACMTBLREARSINGLEACTINGMINICYLINDERMTBL40X60SU.
- BoreØ40 mm
- Stroke60 mm
- Port sizeG1/4
- Acting typeSingle acting, pull (spring extend)
- Rod threadM12×1.25
- StatusDiscontinued → AIRTACMTBLREARSINGLEACTINGMINICYLINDERMTBL40X60SU
About the Airtac MTAL Rear Single Acting Mini Cylinder MTAL40X60SU
The AirTAC MTAL40X60SU is a discontinued single-acting pull-type mini cylinder. Air retracts the rod, and an internal spring extends it. It delivers a usable pull force of 439.4 N at 0.5 MPa. The drop-in replacement is the MTBL40X60SU.
This 40 mm bore unit uses a G1/4 port and a 16 mm rod. The -S magnet uses CS1-M or DS1-M switches. The MTAL has threaded covers, while the MTBL replacement uses a riveted rolling-packed body. A fixed rubber bumper absorbs end-of-stroke impact. The U flat-end back cover provides a rigid rear mount.
Airtac MTAL Rear Single Acting Mini Cylinder MTAL40X60SU Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MTAL Rear Single Acting Mini Cylinder MTAL40X60SU |
|---|---|
| Series | MAL single-acting mini cylinder (discontinued) |
| Replacement | AIRTACMTBLREARSINGLEACTINGMINICYLINDERMTBL40X60SU |
| Bore size | Ø40 mm |
| Stroke | 60 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 AIRTACMTBLREARSINGLEACTINGMINICYLINDERMTBL40X60SU 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 MTAL40X60SU
| MTAL | Single acting, pull (spring extend) aluminum-barrel mini cylinder (discontinued). |
|---|---|
| 40 | Bore size in mm (20/25/32/40). |
| ×60 | 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 MTAL40X60SU Is Used
Injection Mold Ejector Retract
Pulls an ejector pin back inside an injection mold against 439.4 N at 0.5 MPa, letting the spring safely extend the pin when air drops.
Press Brake Safety Gate
Retracts a heavy safety barrier on a press brake. The fail-safe extended position keeps the guard closed during air loss.
Stamping Feeder Clamp
Draws back a gripper on a metal stamping line feeder. The U flat-end back cover handles the rigid rear mounting.
Replacing the Airtac MTAL Rear Single Acting Mini Cylinder MTAL40X60SU with AIRTACMTBLREARSINGLEACTINGMINICYLINDERMTBL40X60SU
Replace this MTAL40X60SU with the MTBL40X60SU. Confirm the 40 mm bore, 60 mm stroke, G1/4 port, M12x1.25 rod, U back cover, and magnet. The MTBL uses CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG switches instead of CS1-M/DS1-M. Both require a 0.2 MPa minimum pressure. The fail-safe home is extended. Apply no external load on the spring extend stroke. If sizing down, the 32 mm bore yields 261.2 N at 0.5 MPa. If sizing up, 40 mm is the largest MTAL bore. The 60 mm stroke is below the 100 mm standard max, so rod bending risk is low.
Upgrade checklist
- ✓ Order the AIRTACMTBLREARSINGLEACTINGMINICYLINDERMTBL40X60SU (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 AIRTACMTBLREARSINGLEACTINGMINICYLINDERMTBL40X60SU instead of this discontinued model.
Airtac MTAL Rear Single Acting Mini Cylinder MTAL40X60SU FAQ
Yes, the MTAL40X60SU is discontinued. The exact drop-in replacement is the MTBL40X60SU. It matches the 40 mm bore, 60 mm stroke, G1/4 port, and force. The MTBL upgrades the body to a riveted rolling-packed design and uses CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG switches instead of the older CS1-M/DS1-M.
It is a single-acting pull cylinder with a fail-safe extended home. The usable pull force is 439.4 N at 0.5 MPa and 650.4 N at 0.7 MPa. It requires a 0.2 MPa minimum pressure. The fixed rubber bumper absorbs shocks, but it cannot hold a mid-stroke load.
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