Airtac PB Pen-type Cylinder PB12X200R
The AirTAC Airtac PB Pen-type Cylinder PB12X200R is a double-acting pen-size (mini) air cylinder with a Ø12mm bore and 200mm 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
- Stroke200 mm
- Port sizeM5×0.8
- Acting typeDouble acting
- Rod threadM10×1.0
- CushionElastic bumper (both ends)
- No minimum order. A single piece can be ordered.
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About the Airtac PB Pen-type Cylinder PB12X200R
The AirTAC PB12X200R is a JIS pen-size double-acting single-rod mini cylinder engineered for compact, high-frequency motion. It features a slim SUS304 stainless steel round barrel and piston rod, offering excellent durability in damp or mildly corrosive environments while keeping weight low for end-of-arm tooling. Delivering 56.5 N of push force at 0.5 MPa, it provides reliable linear thrust in tight assemblies.
This 12 mm bore unit travels a 200 mm stroke and uses an R axial air inlet for straightforward in-line plumbing. Air connections use an M5x0.8 port, and the rod-end features an M10x1.0 thread for secure load coupling. Deceleration is handled by a fixed TPU bumper at each end; because this is not an adjustable air cushion, high-speed cycles with heavy tooling require metering the exhaust or adding an external shock absorber.
Airtac PB Pen-type Cylinder PB12X200R Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac PB Pen-type Cylinder PB12X200R |
|---|---|
| Series | PB JIS pen-size mini cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø12 mm |
| Rod diameter | Ø5 mm |
| Stroke | 200 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 PB12X200R
| PB | JIS pen-size double-acting mini-cylinder series. |
|---|---|
| 12 | Bore size in mm. |
| ×200 | 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 PB12X200R Is Used
PCB Depaneling Router
Actuates a tooling probe to pin individual circuit boards during automated routing and cutting processes.
Carton Flap Folder
Tucks small corrugated box flaps prior to tape sealing on compact packaging lines where space is restricted.
Connector Sorting Gate
Diverts plastic electronic connectors into the correct bin on a high-speed vibratory bowl feeding system.
Is the Airtac PB Pen-type Cylinder PB12X200R the Right Cylinder?
When sizing this model, consider stepping down to the Ø10 bore if your payload is lighter, which yields 39.3 N push at 0.5 MPa. If you need more thrust, the Ø16 bore provides 100.5 N push at 0.5 MPa.
Because the stroke is long and the rod is a slender Ø5 mm, maintaining coaxial alignment is critical; add an external guide or linear bearing for off-axis loads to prevent binding. Note that a plain PB body does not hold its position if air pressure drops or the valve is centered—the piston will drift, and the bumper only decelerates near the end of travel, so an external rod lock is required for fail-safe holding. Confirm your ordering essentials: 12 mm bore, 200 mm stroke, M5x0.8 port, no sensor magnet, R axial inlet, and no mounting bracket.
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 PB12X200R FAQ
The 12 mm bore double-acting single rod yields a push of 56.5 N and a pull of 46.7 N at 0.5 MPa. At the maximum operating pressure of 0.7 MPa, push is 79.1 N and pull is 65.4 N. Operating pressure ranges from 0.15-0.7 MPa, with a speed of 50-800 mm/s and a proof pressure of 1.2 MPa.
It uses a fixed TPU bumper at each end to decelerate the piston over the last few millimeters; this is not a field-adjustable air cushion, so high-speed cycles with real mass may require an external shock absorber. Additionally, it does not hold its load when air is lost or the valve is centered, meaning an external rod lock is necessary for fail-safe positioning.
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