Airtac PB Pen-type Cylinder PB12X10R
The AirTAC Airtac PB Pen-type Cylinder PB12X10R is a double-acting pen-size (mini) air cylinder with a Ø12mm bore and 10mm 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.
- BoreØ12 mm
- Stroke10 mm
- Port sizeM5×0.8
- Acting typeDouble acting
- Rod threadM10×1.0
- CushionElastic bumper (both ends)
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About the Airtac PB Pen-type Cylinder PB12X10R
The AirTAC PB12X10R is a JIS pen-size double-acting single-rod mini cylinder engineered for tight jigs and light end-of-arm tooling. It features a slim SUS304 stainless steel barrel and piston rod, offering excellent durability in damp or mildly corrosive environments. With a 12mm bore and 10mm stroke, it generates 56.5 N of push force at 0.5 MPa.
This configuration includes an R axial air inlet for in-line plumbing and uses an M5x0.8 port. Travel is capped by a fixed TPU bumper at each end rather than an adjustable air cushion. The Ø5 mm piston rod utilizes an M10x1.0 rod-end thread, and the unit operates efficiently at speeds between 50 and 800 mm/s.
Airtac PB Pen-type Cylinder PB12X10R Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac PB Pen-type Cylinder PB12X10R |
|---|---|
| Series | PB JIS pen-size mini cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø12 mm |
| Rod diameter | Ø5 mm |
| Stroke | 10 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 300 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 (Ø12mm)
| Pressure | Push force | Pull force |
|---|---|---|
| 0.5 MPa | 56.5 N | 46.7 N |
| 0.7 MPa (max) | 79.1 N | 65.4 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 PB12X10R
| PB | JIS pen-size double-acting mini-cylinder series. |
|---|---|
| 12 | Bore size in mm. |
| ×10 | 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 PB12X10R Is Used
PCB Depaneling Jig
Provides short 10mm clamping strokes to hold circuit boards firmly during routing, utilizing its compact 12mm body to fit within dense fixture arrays.
Blister Pack Sealing
Delivers precise 56.5 N pinching force at 0.5 MPa to close small format blister packs, with the fixed TPU bumper absorbing the rapid end-of-stroke impact.
Micro-Dispenser Gating
Actuates metering valves for adhesive application on automated assembly lines, where the fast 50-800 mm/s travel rate and axial R inlet streamline compact manifold mounting.
Is the Airtac PB Pen-type Cylinder PB12X10R the Right Cylinder?
If you need less force, stepping down to the Ø10 bore yields 39.3 N of push at 0.5 MPa, while stepping up to the Ø16 bore provides 100.5 N.
Because this is a double-acting cylinder, the piston will drift and fail to hold its load if air pressure drops or the valve is centered; always add an external rod lock for fail-safe positioning. The thin Ø5 mm rod is designed strictly for coaxial thrust, so integrate an external linear bearing if your application involves any side loading. Confirm your ordering essentials: 12mm bore, 10mm stroke, R axial inlet, no magnet, and standard M5x0.8 porting.
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 PB12X10R FAQ
At 0.5 MPa, this 12mm bore cylinder provides 56.5 N of push (extend) force and 46.7 N of pull (retract) force. At the maximum operating pressure of 0.7 MPa, the push increases to 79.1 N and the pull to 65.4 N. The operating pressure range is 0.15-0.7 MPa, with a proof pressure of 1.2 MPa.
No, a plain double-acting cylinder will drift if air is lost or the valve is centered. The fixed TPU bumper only decelerates the piston near the stroke end and does not act as a locking brake. For vertical applications requiring fail-safe holding, you must install an external rod lock or mechanical stop.
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