This model is discontinued
AirTAC has phased out the MAL series. The drop-in replacement is AIRTACMTBLREARSINGLEACTINGMINICYLINDERMTBL40X60U — same bore, stroke, output force, port and mounting, so it fits the same application. Simply order the AIRTACMTBLREARSINGLEACTINGMINICYLINDERMTBL40X60U 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 MTAL40X60U
The AirTAC Airtac MTAL Rear Single Acting Mini Cylinder MTAL40X60U 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 AIRTACMTBLREARSINGLEACTINGMINICYLINDERMTBL40X60U.
- BoreØ40 mm
- Stroke60 mm
- Port sizeG1/4
- Acting typeSingle acting, pull (spring extend)
- Rod threadM12×1.25
- StatusDiscontinued → AIRTACMTBLREARSINGLEACTINGMINICYLINDERMTBL40X60U
About the Airtac MTAL Rear Single Acting Mini Cylinder MTAL40X60U
The AirTAC MTAL40X60U is a discontinued single-acting pull cylinder with a 40mm bore and 60mm stroke. Air retracts the rod, while an internal spring extends it. The exact drop-in replacement is the MTBL40X60U, sharing the 439.4N pull force at 0.5MPa and 650.4N at 0.7MPa.
This MTAL40X60U features a G1/4 port, M12x1.25 rod thread, and a U flat-end back cover. It has threaded covers, unlike the riveted MTBL body. This SKU lacks the -S magnet, so it cannot take CS1-M/DS1-M sensors. The fixed rubber bumper absorbs end shocks.
Airtac MTAL Rear Single Acting Mini Cylinder MTAL40X60U Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MTAL Rear Single Acting Mini Cylinder MTAL40X60U |
|---|---|
| Series | MAL single-acting mini cylinder (discontinued) |
| Replacement | AIRTACMTBLREARSINGLEACTINGMINICYLINDERMTBL40X60U |
| 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 AIRTACMTBLREARSINGLEACTINGMINICYLINDERMTBL40X60U 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 MTAL40X60U
| 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 MTAL40X60U Is Used
Stamping Press Ejector
Pulls a 439.4N ejection pin at 0.5MPa to clear stamped metal blanks. The spring-extend fail-safe pushes the pin back out on air loss, preventing press jams.
Injection Mold Core Pull
Retracts a mold core against 650.4N of resistance at 0.7MPa. The fixed rubber bumper absorbs the shock of the 60mm pull stroke without adjustable cushions.
Heavy Door Latch
Draws back a heavy industrial safety latch. The spring-extended fail-safe home ensures the latch engages securely when pneumatic pressure is removed.
Replacing the Airtac MTAL Rear Single Acting Mini Cylinder MTAL40X60U with AIRTACMTBLREARSINGLEACTINGMINICYLINDERMTBL40X60U
Replace the MTAL40X60U with the MTBL40X60U. Confirm the 40mm bore, 60mm stroke, G1/4 port, PT thread, and U flat-end cover. Since this SKU lacks the -S magnet, it cannot take a sensor. The MTBL upgrade switches to CMSG/DMSG/EMSG sensors and a riveted body. Minimum pressure is 0.2MPa. Fail-safe home is extended. Never apply external load on the spring extend stroke.
To size, step down to the 32mm bore (261.2N pull at 0.5MPa) or up to the largest standard bore if you need more force. The 60mm stroke is under the 100mm max, so rod bending is minimal. Use an external device for mid-stroke load holding.
Upgrade checklist
- ✓ Order the AIRTACMTBLREARSINGLEACTINGMINICYLINDERMTBL40X60U (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 AIRTACMTBLREARSINGLEACTINGMINICYLINDERMTBL40X60U instead of this discontinued model.
Airtac MTAL Rear Single Acting Mini Cylinder MTAL40X60U FAQ
Yes, the MTAL40X60U is discontinued. The exact drop-in replacement is the MTBL40X60U. It matches the 40mm bore, 60mm stroke, G1/4 port, and U flat-end cover, but uses a riveted rolling-packed body instead of threaded covers.
It is a single-acting pull cylinder where air retracts and spring extends. The usable pull force is 439.4N at 0.5MPa and 650.4N at 0.7MPa. The fail-safe home is extended. Minimum pressure is 0.2MPa. This no-S SKU cannot take a position sensor.
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