Airtac PB Pen-type Cylinder PB10X100U
The AirTAC Airtac PB Pen-type Cylinder PB10X100U is a double-acting pen-size (mini) air cylinder with a Ø10mm bore and 100mm 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.
- BoreØ10 mm
- Stroke100 mm
- Port sizeM5×0.8
- Acting typeDouble acting
- Rod threadM8×1.0
- CushionElastic bumper (both ends)
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About the Airtac PB Pen-type Cylinder PB10X100U
The AirTAC PB10X100U is a double-acting JIS pen-size mini cylinder engineered for compact automation. It generates 39.3 N of push force and 33 N of pull force at 0.5 MPa, utilizing a 4 mm stainless steel piston rod with an M8x1.0 rod-end thread. The slim SUS304 round barrel saves valuable space and reduces payload on light end-of-arm tooling where larger bodies cannot fit.
This specific configuration features a U-type back cover providing a 90-degree perpendicular air inlet for flat plumbing in tight enclosures. Air enters via an M5x0.8 port, and end-of-stroke deceleration relies on a fixed TPU bumper at each end. Because the bumper only absorbs impact over the final few millimeters, high-speed cycles with real tooling mass require metering out the exhaust or adding an external shock absorber.
Airtac PB Pen-type Cylinder PB10X100U Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac PB Pen-type Cylinder PB10X100U |
|---|---|
| Series | PB JIS pen-size mini cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø10 mm |
| Rod diameter | Ø4 mm |
| Stroke | 100 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.
Theoretical Output Force (Ø10mm)
| 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.
Model Code: Airtac PB Pen-type Cylinder PB10X100U
| PB | JIS pen-size double-acting mini-cylinder series. |
|---|---|
| 10 | Bore size in mm. |
| ×100 | 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).
Where the Airtac PB Pen-type Cylinder PB10X100U Is Used
PCB Depaneling Router
Advances a cutting tool 100 mm along a printed circuit board edge, where the 39.3 N push force cleanly separates panels without stressing delicate surface-mount components.
Blister Pack Forming
Stretches a forming plug into heated plastic film, utilizing the 90-degree U inlet to keep pneumatic plumbing flat against the machine frame and save vertical clearance.
Lab Dispense Valve Actuation
Drives a precision needle valve for 100 mm fluid dispensing strokes, benefiting from the SUS304 barrel to resist humidity and chemical vapors in laboratory environments.
Is the Airtac PB Pen-type Cylinder PB10X100U the Right Cylinder?
When sizing this actuator, stepping down to a 6 mm bore yields 14.2 N of push at 0.5 MPa, while stepping up to a 12 mm bore provides 56.5 N, allowing you to tune force precisely. For the PB10X100U, plan for a safe working load of roughly 24 N, which equates to lifting about 2 kg vertically with a sensible 2:1 margin. Keep the thin 4 mm rod coaxial to avoid side loading, especially over the 100 mm stroke, and add a linear bearing if guiding off-axis loads.
Confirm your ordering essentials: 10 mm bore, 100 mm stroke, M5x0.8 port, U 90-degree side inlet, and no sensor magnet. Note that a plain PB body does not hold its load if air pressure drops or the valve is centered; the piston will drift, so install an external rod lock for fail-safe positioning.
Quick checklist
- ✓ Required force at your working pressure
- ✓ Slim pen body vs. a standard round cylinder
- ✓ Back cover: CB / U / R inlet direction
- ✓ Magnet (S) for sensors?
- ✓ Mounting: LB / FA / CJ or front thread
- ✓ Keep the load coaxial — avoid side load
Installation & Maintenance Notes
- check Use clean air filtered to 40µm or finer.
- check Keep within 0.15 – 0.7 MPa operating pressure.
- check Keep the load coaxial; avoid side load on the thin rod.
- check Do not dismantle the front or back cover.
- check Fit dust caps to ports during long-term storage.
- check Installation by qualified personnel per AirTAC docs.
Airtac PB Pen-type Cylinder PB10X100U FAQ
At 0.5 MPa, the push force is 39.3 N and the pull force is 33 N. At the maximum operating pressure of 0.7 MPa, the push force is 55 N and the pull force is 46.2 N. The operating pressure range is 0.15-0.7 MPa, with a speed of 50-800 mm/s.
The U back cover provides a 90-degree perpendicular air inlet for flat plumbing in tight spaces. Deceleration is handled by a fixed TPU bumper at each end, which is not adjustable or field-tunable. For high-speed cycles with heavy tooling, you should meter-out the exhaust or add an external shock absorber, as the bumper only decelerates the last few millimeters.
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