
The AirTAC Airtac B52-PB Copper-Free Pen-Type Cylinder B52-PB10X45SULB is a double-acting pen-size (mini) air cylinder with a Ø10mm bore and 45mm stroke. Its slim round barrel and back cover are stainless steel, the M5×0.8 ports keep plumbing compact, and the fast, low-friction piston suits high-cycle small-part handling.
The B52-PB10X45SULB is a double-acting JIS pen-size mini cylinder with a 10mm bore delivering 39.3N push and 33N pull at 0.5MPa. The leading B52- prefix marks AirTAC's copper-free (copper-prohibited) build, designed for lines where copper alloys are not permitted, such as ammonia systems or certain battery and chemical plants. This version shares all standard PB10X45SULB dimensions and performance figures.
Its slim SUS304 stainless barrel and piston rod suit damp or mildly corrosive environments while keeping the assembly light for tight jigs and end-of-arm tooling. The M5x0.8 port and M8x1.0 rod-end thread are fixed by the 10mm bore. Fixed TPU bumpers at both ends decelerate the last few millimeters of travel, though they are not adjustable and do not act as a brake.
| Model | Airtac B52-PB Copper-Free Pen-Type Cylinder B52-PB10X45SULB |
|---|---|
| Series | PB JIS pen-size mini cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø10 mm |
| Rod diameter | Ø4 mm |
| Stroke | 45 mm |
| Acting type | Double acting |
| Port size | M5×0.8 |
| Fluid | Air (filtered by 40µm element) |
|---|---|
| Operating pressure | 0.15 – 0.7 MPa |
| Proof pressure | 1.2 MPa |
| Temperature | -20 to +70 °C |
| Speed range | 50 – 800 mm/s |
| Cushion | Elastic bumper (both ends) |
| Max standard stroke | Up to 200 mm |
Specifications follow the official AirTAC PB pen-size datasheet. Piston rod and barrel are stainless steel. Confirm bore, stroke and back-cover option against the product label before installation.
| Pressure | Push force | Pull force |
|---|---|---|
| 0.5 MPa | 39.3 N | 33.0 N |
| 0.7 MPa (max) | 55.0 N | 46.2 N |
Values are taken from the AirTAC PB thrust table. Because pull acts on the rod-side annular area, pull force is always lower than push. Actual usable force is reduced by friction — size with a margin.
| PB | JIS pen-size double-acting mini-cylinder series. |
|---|---|
| 10 | Bore size in mm. |
| ×45 | Stroke length in mm. |
| S | Built-in magnet for magnetic-switch position sensing (omit = no magnet). |
| CB / U / R | Back cover: CB double clevis, U 90° side inlet, R axial inlet (bore-dependent). |
Mounting accessories: LB, FA, CJ. Related PB-family variants: PSB (single-acting push), PTB (single-acting pull), PBD (double rod), PBJ (adjustable stroke), PBR (front-mount).
Push 39.3N at 0.5MPa moves lightweight PCB panels in and out of test fixtures. The copper-free build prevents contamination in electronics assembly areas where copper is restricted.
The copper-free construction suits small valve actuators in ammonia refrigeration systems. The stainless barrel resists moisture while the 45mm stroke provides precise positioning for flow control.
Ejects blister packs from forming dies at up to 800mm/s. The 33N pull force retracts the rod quickly between cycles, while the fixed TPU bumper absorbs end-of-stroke impact without contaminating cleanroom air.
For a 10mm bore with 45mm stroke, the B52-PB10X45SULB produces 39.3N push at 0.5MPa. If you need less force, step down to the 6mm bore which pushes 14.2N at 0.5MPa; for more capacity, the 12mm bore delivers 56.5N push at the same pressure. The U back cover provides a 90-degree side air inlet for flat plumbing, and the LB bracket handles front mounting. The -S magnet enables position sensing with AirTAC reed or electronic switches.
A plain PB-type cylinder does not hold its load when air pressure is lost or the valve centers - the piston drifts freely. For fail-safe holding, add an external stop or rod lock. The thin 4mm rod is designed for coaxial thrust; over long strokes or with off-axis loads, use an external guide or linear bearing to prevent side loading.
Quick checklist
At 0.5MPa, push force is 39.3N and pull force is 33N. At the maximum 0.7MPa operating pressure, push increases to 55N and pull to 46.2N. The maximum operating pressure is 0.7MPa - never exceed this.
B52- indicates AirTAC's copper-free (copper-prohibited) build of the PB10X45SULB, for lines where copper and copper alloys are not permitted. The exact material substitutions are not listed in our standard data - please confirm the specific replacement grades with us before ordering. The base model uses SUS304 stainless steel for the barrel and piston rod, with a fixed TPU bumper at each end.
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