Airtac PBD Pen-shaped Double Rod Cylinder PBD16X80
The AirTAC PBD Pen-shaped Double Rod Cylinder PBD16X80 is a double-acting pen-size mini cylinder with a piston rod protruding from both covers. The twin rods share one piston, giving equal push and pull force, resisting rotation and providing a spare mounting or sensing end on a Ø16mm bore, 80mm stroke.
- BoreØ16 mm
- Stroke80 mm
- Port sizeM5×0.8
- Acting typeDouble acting, double rod
- Rod threadM10×1.0
- ForceEqual both ways
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About the Airtac PBD Pen-shaped Double Rod Cylinder PBD16X80
The AirTAC PBD16X80 is a double-acting, double-rod pen-size mini cylinder. A shared piston drives twin stainless rods, so both chambers act on the same annular area. This yields 90.7 N of force in both directions at 0.5 MPa, giving you identical push and pull power for symmetric duty.
The twin rods resist twist better than a single rod, while the spare end can carry a sensor flag or second tool. It features an M5x0.8 port, an M10x1.0 rod-end thread, and a fixed TPU bumper at each end.
Airtac PBD Pen-shaped Double Rod Cylinder PBD16X80 Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac PBD Pen-shaped Double Rod Cylinder PBD16X80 |
|---|---|
| Series | PBD JIS pen-size double-rod cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø16 mm |
| Rod diameter | Ø5 mm (both ends) |
| Stroke | 80 mm |
| Acting type | Double acting, double rod |
| 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 200 mm |
Both chambers act on the rod-side annular area, so push and pull forces are equal. Piston rod and barrel are stainless steel. Confirm against the product label before installation.
Theoretical Output Force (Ø16mm)
| Pressure | Push force | Pull force |
|---|---|---|
| 0.5 MPa | 90.7 N | 90.7 N |
| 0.7 MPa (max) | 126.9 N | 126.9 N |
Because a rod occupies both chambers, the effective area is identical on each side — push and pull forces match. Values are from the AirTAC thrust table (rod-side / pull column). Size with a friction margin.
Model Code: Airtac PBD Pen-shaped Double Rod Cylinder PBD16X80
| PBD | JIS pen-size double-rod 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). |
Fixed body — no separate back-cover code. Mounting accessories: LB, FA. Related PB-family variants: PB (single rod), PBJ (adjustable stroke), PBR (front-mount).
Where the Airtac PBD Pen-shaped Double Rod Cylinder PBD16X80 Is Used
Dual-Side Transfer
Moves a part across a conveyor using one rod end to push and the other to retract a second tool, leveraging the equal 90.7 N force both ways.
Symmetric Clamp
Secures a workpiece from both sides simultaneously. The twin rods resist rotational twist, keeping the clamping face perfectly aligned.
Sensor-Flagged Index
Uses the spare rod end to trip an external limit switch while the primary end performs the stroke, avoiding extra mounting hardware.
Is the Airtac PBD Pen-shaped Double Rod Cylinder PBD16X80 the Right Cylinder?
This 16 mm bore generates 90.7 N both ways at 0.5 MPa. Stepping down to a 12 mm bore drops the force to 46.7 N, while stepping up is unavailable as 16 mm is the largest in the series. Both ends need rod clearance across the full 80 mm stroke. Confirm your ordering essentials: bore, stroke, magnet (none here), and mount.
The thin Ø5 mm rod handles coaxial thrust well, but over long strokes or off-axis loads you should add an external linear bearing. The fixed TPU bumper only decelerates the last few mm; at high speeds with real tooling mass, meter-out the exhaust or add an external shock absorber.
Quick checklist
- ✓ Need equal force in both directions
- ✓ Second rod end for a sensor / stop / flag
- ✓ Better anti-rotation than a single rod
- ✓ Magnet (S) for sensors?
- ✓ Clearance for the rod on both ends
- ✓ 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 Leave clearance for the rod at both ends.
- check Keep the load coaxial; avoid side load on the thin rods.
- check Do not dismantle the front or back cover.
- check Fit dust caps to ports during long-term storage.
Airtac PBD Pen-shaped Double Rod Cylinder PBD16X80 FAQ
It provides equal push and pull forces of 90.7 N at 0.5 MPa and 126.9 N at the maximum operating pressure of 0.7 MPa.
No, a plain double-rod cylinder drifts when air is lost. The fixed TPU bumper only decelerates near stroke end; use an external stop or rod lock for fail-safe holding.
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