Airtac PB Pen-type Cylinder PB12X130U
The AirTAC Airtac PB Pen-type Cylinder PB12X130U is a double-acting pen-size (mini) air cylinder with a Ø12mm bore and 130mm 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
- Stroke130 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 PB12X130U
The AirTAC PB12X130U is a double-acting JIS pen-size mini cylinder engineered for compact, high-frequency small-part motion. It features a slim SUS304 stainless steel barrel and piston rod that naturally shrugs off moisture in damp or mildly corrosive production lines. Delivering 56.5 N of push and 46.7 N of pull at 0.5 MPa, this 12 mm bore unit breathes through an M5x0.8 port and drives a 5 mm rod tipped with an M10x1.0 thread.
Because this model carries the U option, it uses a 90-degree perpendicular side air inlet for flat plumbing against machine frames. Travel relies on a fixed TPU bumper at each end rather than an adjustable air cushion, meaning it only decelerates the final few millimeters of a 130 mm stroke.
Airtac PB Pen-type Cylinder PB12X130U Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac PB Pen-type Cylinder PB12X130U |
|---|---|
| Series | PB JIS pen-size mini cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø12 mm |
| Rod diameter | Ø5 mm |
| Stroke | 130 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 PB12X130U
| PB | JIS pen-size double-acting mini-cylinder series. |
|---|---|
| 12 | Bore size in mm. |
| ×130 | 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 PB12X130U Is Used
PCB Depaneling Router
Advances a cutting tool guide along a 130 mm path to singulate circuit boards, where the stainless body resists flux residue and the 56.5 N thrust keeps the feed steady.
Carton Flap Folder
Tucks small corrugated box flaps prior to tape sealing, using the U side inlet to keep pneumatic hoses flush against the conveyor frame and save deck space.
Lab Sample Dispenser
Actuates a pipetting probe across a 130 mm stroke to reach multiple vial racks, relying on the fixed TPU bumper to soften the end-of-stroke impact during rapid cycling.
Is the Airtac PB Pen-type Cylinder PB12X130U the Right Cylinder?
When sizing this 12 mm bore actuator, stepping down to the 10 mm variant yields 39.3 N of push at 0.5 MPa, while stepping up to the 16 mm version provides 100.5 N, letting you tune the force class precisely to your fixture. The thin 5 mm rod is built for coaxial thrust, so over this 130 mm extension you should add an external linear bearing if the assembly sees any off-axis load. To finalize your order, confirm the 12 mm bore, 130 mm stroke, M5x0.8 porting, the U 90-degree side inlet, and your chosen mounting bracket (LB, FA, or CJ). A plain PB body does not hold its position if air pressure drops or the valve is centered—the piston will drift, so fit an external rod lock for fail-safe holding.
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 PB12X130U FAQ
At 0.5 MPa the push force is 56.5 N and the pull force is 46.7 N. At the maximum operating pressure of 0.7 MPa, the push is 79.1 N and the pull is 65.4 N. The operating pressure range is 0.15-0.7 MPa, with a speed of 50-800 mm/s and a proof pressure of 1.2 MPa.
The U code specifies a 90-degree perpendicular side air inlet, allowing hoses to route flat against a machine surface. Deceleration is handled by a fixed TPU bumper at each end, which only cushions the last few millimeters of travel; it is not adjustable and does not lock the rod. For high-speed cycling with heavy tooling, meter-out the exhaust or add an external shock absorber.
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