Airtac PB Pen-type Cylinder PB10X45CB
The AirTAC Airtac PB Pen-type Cylinder PB10X45CB 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.
- BoreØ10 mm
- Stroke45 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 PB10X45CB
The AirTAC PB10X45CB is a JIS pen-size double-acting mini cylinder engineered for compact, high-frequency motion. It features a 10mm bore and generates 39.3 N of push force at 0.5 MPa, scaling to 55 N at the 0.7 MPa maximum. The slim SUS304 stainless barrel and 4mm rod keep weight low for end-of-arm tooling, while the M5x0.8 port ensures efficient air delivery.
This 45mm stroke variant includes a CB double clevis back cover, allowing the body to pivot smoothly on articulated linkages. Deceleration is handled by fixed TPU bumpers at both ends, which absorb impact over the final few millimeters rather than providing an adjustable air cushion. For rapid cycling with attached tooling mass, metering out the exhaust or adding an external shock absorber is recommended to prevent bottoming out.
Airtac PB Pen-type Cylinder PB10X45CB Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac PB Pen-type Cylinder PB10X45CB |
|---|---|
| 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.
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 PB10X45CB
| 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).
Where the Airtac PB Pen-type Cylinder PB10X45CB Is Used
PCB Pick-and-Place
Drives a small vacuum gripper on a pick-and-place head to lift delicate printed circuit boards within a dense SMT assembly machine.
Carton Flap Folding
Actuates a lightweight folding arm to tuck minor flaps on small product cartons moving through a high-speed packaging line.
Lab Dispense Head
Pivots via its CB clevis to lower a micro-dispense needle for precise reagent drops in automated laboratory diagnostics equipment.
Is the Airtac PB Pen-type Cylinder PB10X45CB the Right Cylinder?
When sizing this actuator, plan for a safe working load of roughly 24 N, which accounts for seal friction by loading the cylinder to about 60% of its 39.3 N theoretical push at 0.5 MPa. Vertically, this translates to lifting approximately 2 kg with a sane 2:1 safety margin. If your application requires slightly less force, the Ø6 bore provides 14.2 N of push at 0.5 MPa; stepping up to the Ø12 bore yields 56.5 N. Keep the thin 4mm rod coaxial to avoid side loading, and note that a plain PB body drifts when air is lost, so an external rod lock is needed for fail-safe holding. Confirm your ordering essentials: 10mm bore, 45mm stroke, M5x0.8 port, no magnet, CB clevis.
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 PB10X45CB 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 is 55 N and the pull is 46.2 N. The operating pressure range is 0.15-0.7 MPa, with a speed of 50-800 mm/s.
No, the piston will drift if air is lost or the valve is centered. The fixed TPU bumpers only decelerate the rod near the stroke ends and do not act as a lock. For vertical fail-safe holding, you must add an external stop or rod lock.
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