Airtac PB Pen-type Cylinder PB16X200SU
The AirTAC Airtac PB Pen-type Cylinder PB16X200SU is a double-acting pen-size (mini) air cylinder with a Ø16mm 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.
- BoreØ16 mm
- Stroke200 mm
- Port sizeM5×0.8
- Acting typeDouble acting
- Rod threadM10×1.0
- CushionElastic bumper (both ends)
About the Airtac PB Pen-type Cylinder PB16X200SU
The AirTAC PB16X200SU 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, offering excellent durability in damp or mildly corrosive environments while keeping weight low for end-of-arm tooling. Delivering 100.5 N of push force at 0.5 MPa, it operates at speeds from 50-800 mm/s.
This 16 mm bore model incorporates a built-in piston magnet (-S) for position detection using AirTAC reed or electronic switches. The U suffix designates a 90-degree side air inlet for flat plumbing, and the M5x0.8 port matches the standard bore mapping. Fixed TPU bumpers at both ends absorb impact during stroke transitions, though they are not adjustable.
Airtac PB Pen-type Cylinder PB16X200SU Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac PB Pen-type Cylinder PB16X200SU |
|---|---|
| Series | PB JIS pen-size mini cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø16 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 (Ø16mm)
| Pressure | Push force | Pull force |
|---|---|---|
| 0.5 MPa | 100.5 N | 90.7 N |
| 0.7 MPa (max) | 140.7 N | 126.9 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 PB16X200SU
| PB | JIS pen-size double-acting mini-cylinder series. |
|---|---|
| 16 | 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 PB16X200SU Is Used
PCB Depanelling Ejection
Deploys a soft pusher to eject separated circuit boards from a routing fixture, utilizing the 90-degree side inlet to keep pneumatic plumbing flat against the machine frame.
Carton Flap Folding
Extends a lightweight paddle to tuck inner flaps on small packaging lines, where the fixed TPU bumper absorbs the repeated high-frequency impact of 200 mm strokes.
Vertical Parts Lifting
Raises delicate electronic connectors between conveyor tiers; the 5.1 kg vertical lift capacity at 0.5 MPa easily handles the part mass while an external guide prevents rod binding.
Is the Airtac PB Pen-type Cylinder PB16X200SU the Right Cylinder?
When sizing this actuator, the PB12X25 provides a smaller footprint with 56.5 N push at 0.5 MPa, while there is no larger standard bore in the PB pen-size family, making this 16 mm variant the maximum force option at 100.5 N push at 0.5 MPa. For practical sizing, plan for a safe working load of about 60 N, which is roughly 60% of the 0.5 MPa theoretical output to account for seal friction. This equates to lifting about 5.1 kg vertically with a 2:1 safety margin.
Because the stroke is 200 mm, the Ø5 mm piston rod is highly susceptible to side-loading; always utilize an external linear bearing to maintain coaxial thrust. Note that a plain PB cylinder will drift and cannot hold a load if air pressure is lost or the valve is centered, requiring an external rod lock for fail-safe positioning. Confirm your ordering essentials: 16 mm bore, 200 mm stroke, M5x0.8 port, S magnet, and U side inlet.
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 PB16X200SU FAQ
This 16 mm bore double-acting cylinder generates a push force of 100.5 N and a pull force of 90.7 N at 0.5 MPa. At the maximum operating pressure of 0.7 MPa, the push force is 140.7 N and the pull force is 126.9 N. It operates between 0.15-0.7 MPa at speeds of 50-800 mm/s.
No, the piston will drift if air pressure is lost or the directional valve is centered. The fixed TPU bumpers only decelerate the rod near the end of the stroke and do not act as a mechanical lock. For vertical applications requiring fail-safe load holding, you must add an external rod lock or mechanical stop.
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