Airtac PB Pen-type Cylinder PB16X90SCB
The AirTAC Airtac PB Pen-type Cylinder PB16X90SCB is a double-acting pen-size (mini) air cylinder with a Ø16mm bore and 90mm 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
- Stroke90 mm
- Port sizeM5×0.8
- Acting typeDouble acting
- Rod threadM10×1.0
- CushionElastic bumper (both ends)
About the Airtac PB Pen-type Cylinder PB16X90SCB
The AirTAC PB16X90SCB is a JIS pen-size double-acting single-rod mini cylinder engineered for compact, high-frequency actuation. It supplies 100.5 N of push and 90.7 N of pull at 0.5 MPa, utilizing a slim SUS304 stainless steel barrel and a Ø5 mm rod. The integrated -S piston magnet enables position detection via AirTAC reed or electronic switches.
This 16 mm bore unit features a CB double clevis back cover for pivoting loads and operates at speeds from 50-800 mm/s. End-of-stroke deceleration relies on fixed TPU bumpers rather than adjustable air cushions. Because the rod is only 5 mm thick, maintaining coaxial thrust is critical to prevent deflection over the 90 mm stroke.
Airtac PB Pen-type Cylinder PB16X90SCB Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac PB Pen-type Cylinder PB16X90SCB |
|---|---|
| Series | PB JIS pen-size mini cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø16 mm |
| Rod diameter | Ø5 mm |
| Stroke | 90 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 PB16X90SCB
| PB | JIS pen-size double-acting mini-cylinder series. |
|---|---|
| 16 | Bore size in mm. |
| ×90 | 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 PB16X90SCB Is Used
Pick-and-Place EOAT
Drives lightweight gripper jaws on electronic PCB assembly robots where the slim 16 mm barrel saves payload and the CB clevis accommodates minor wrist articulation.
Pouch Deflection
Pushes small product fillers into vertical form-fill-seal packaging lines, using the fixed TPU bumper to soften the impact of rapid 90 mm extensions.
Diverter Gate
Actuates a lightweight routing flap on a parcel sorting conveyor, relying on the -S magnet to confirm gate position via an electronic switch.
Is the Airtac PB Pen-type Cylinder PB16X90SCB the Right Cylinder?
When sizing this actuator, the PB12X10 offers a smaller footprint with 56.5 N push at 0.5 MPa, while stepping up is not required as the 16 mm bore provides the maximum standard thrust in this family at 100.5 N. Plan for a safe working load of roughly 60 N, which is about 60% of the 0.5 MPa theoretical force, ensuring smooth travel after accounting for seal friction. This equates to lifting approximately 5.1 kg vertically with a 2:1 safety margin.
Confirm your ordering essentials: 16 mm bore, 90 mm stroke, M5x0.8 port, M10x1.0 rod-end thread, built-in magnet, and CB double clevis mount. Note that a plain PB cylinder drifts when air pressure is lost or the valve is centered, so an external rod lock is required for fail-safe load 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 PB16X90SCB FAQ
At 0.5 MPa this cylinder provides 100.5 N push and 90.7 N pull. At the maximum operating pressure of 0.7 MPa, it yields 140.7 N push and 126.9 N pull. It operates between 0.15-0.7 MPa at speeds of 50-800 mm/s.
No, the piston will drift if air is lost or the valve is centered. The fixed TPU bumper only decelerates the rod near the stroke end and does not act as a brake. You must add an external rod lock or mechanical stop to hold a load safely.
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