Airtac PB Pen-type Cylinder PB16X80SUFA
The AirTAC Airtac PB Pen-type Cylinder PB16X80SUFA is a double-acting pen-size (mini) air cylinder with a Ø16mm bore and 80mm 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
- Stroke80 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 PB16X80SUFA
The AirTAC PB16X80SUFA is a double-acting JIS pen-size mini cylinder engineered for compact, high-frequency motion. It features a slim SUS304 stainless steel barrel and piston rod, providing 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, this 16mm bore unit uses an M5x0.8 port and an M10x1.0 rod-end thread.
This configuration includes a built-in piston magnet (-S) for position sensing with AirTAC reed or electronic switches. The U back cover provides a 90-degree side air inlet for flat plumbing, and the FA mounting bracket allows secure body attachment. It relies on a fixed TPU bumper at each end for end-of-stroke deceleration, operating at speeds from 50-800 mm/s.
Airtac PB Pen-type Cylinder PB16X80SUFA Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac PB Pen-type Cylinder PB16X80SUFA |
|---|---|
| Series | PB JIS pen-size mini cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø16 mm |
| Rod diameter | Ø5 mm |
| Stroke | 80 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 PB16X80SUFA
| PB | JIS pen-size double-acting mini-cylinder series. |
|---|---|
| 16 | Bore size in mm. |
| ×80 | 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 PB16X80SUFA Is Used
PCB Depaneling Router
Provides the 100.5 N extension force needed to clamp populated circuit boards during router cutting, with the slim SUS304 body resisting flux residue.
Blister Pack Sealing
Cycles at 50-800 mm/s to press heated lids onto blister cavities, using the 90-degree U inlet to keep air lines flat against the machine frame.
Lightweight Parts Elevation
Lifts small plastic housings weighing up to 5.1 kg vertically in a sorting chute, relying on the FA bracket to fix the cylinder body securely.
Is the Airtac PB Pen-type Cylinder PB16X80SUFA the Right Cylinder?
When sizing this actuator, plan for a safe working load of roughly 60 N, which is about 60% of the 100.5 N theoretical push at 0.5 MPa, ensuring smooth travel after accounting for seal friction. For vertical lifts, this translates to safely raising around 5.1 kg with a 2:1 safety margin. If you need less force, stepping down to the 12mm bore yields 56.5 N push at 0.5 MPa; if you require more power, this 16mm bore is the largest in the PB family, offering a maximum push of 140.7 N at 0.7 MPa.
Keep in mind that a plain double-acting cylinder like this does not hold its position if air pressure is lost or the valve is centered, as the piston will drift and the bumper only decelerates near the stroke end. For fail-safe holding, an external stop or rod lock is required. To order, confirm the 16mm bore, 80mm stroke, M5x0.8 port, S magnet, U side inlet, and FA mount.
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 PB16X80SUFA FAQ
This 16mm bore double-acting cylinder provides 100.5 N push and 90.7 N pull at 0.5 MPa, reaching maximums of 140.7 N push and 126.9 N pull at 0.7 MPa. The maximum operating pressure is 0.7 MPa, with an operating speed of 50-800 mm/s and a proof pressure of 1.2 MPa.
It uses a fixed TPU bumper at each end that decelerates the piston over the last few millimeters; it is not adjustable, so high-speed loads may require metering out the exhaust or adding an external shock absorber. The built-in S magnet allows position detection using either AirTAC reed or electronic switches.
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