Airtac PBJ Adjustable Pen-Type Cylinder PBJ10X160-30
The AirTAC Airtac PBJ Adjustable Pen-Type Cylinder PBJ10X160-30 is a double-acting pen-size mini cylinder with a rear adjuster screw that shortens the retract end of the stroke. On a Ø10mm bore it gives a nominal 160mm stroke with a 30mm fine-adjustable window — settable from 130 to 160mm, so you set the end position without changing hardware.
- BoreØ10 mm
- Nominal stroke160 mm
- Adjust window30 mm
- Effective range130–160 mm
- Port sizeM5×0.8
- Acting typeDouble acting
About the Airtac PBJ Adjustable Pen-Type Cylinder PBJ10X160-30
The AirTAC PBJ10X160-30 is a double-acting, single-rod pen-size mini cylinder with a 30 mm adjustable window. A rear M4x0.7 adjuster screw shortens the retract end, yielding an effective stroke range of 130-160 mm. The extend end remains fixed. Output force equals a standard PB of the same bore, delivering 39.3 N push at 0.5 MPa.
This 160 mm unit is a non-standard made-to-order length, exceeding the 100 mm standard maximum for the 10 mm bore. It features a slim SUS304 stainless body, a fixed TPU bumper at each end, and an M5x0.8 port. The Ø4 mm piston rod is built for coaxial thrust, so over this long stroke add an external guide to prevent side-load wear.
Airtac PBJ Adjustable Pen-Type Cylinder PBJ10X160-30 Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac PBJ Adjustable Pen-Type Cylinder PBJ10X160-30 |
|---|---|
| Series | PBJ JIS pen-size adjustable-stroke cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø10 mm |
| Rod diameter | Ø4 mm |
| Nominal stroke | 160 mm |
| Adjustable window | 30 mm (130–160 mm) |
| Adjuster thread | M4×0.7 |
| Port size | M5×0.8 |
|---|---|
| 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 100 mm |
The adjuster shortens only the retract end; the extend end is fixed. Force is unchanged from the standard PB double-acting cylinder. Confirm the set position against the product label before installation.
Theoretical Output Force (Ø10mm)
| Pressure | Push force | Pull force |
|---|---|---|
| 0.5 MPa | 39.3 N | 33.0 N |
| 0.7 MPa (max) | 55.0 N | 46.2 N |
Adjusting the stroke does not change output force — these are the same values as the standard PB double-acting cylinder of the same bore. Size with a friction margin.
Model Code: Airtac PBJ Adjustable Pen-Type Cylinder PBJ10X160-30
| PBJ | JIS pen-size adjustable-stroke mini-cylinder series. |
|---|---|
| 10 | Bore size in mm. |
| ×160 | Nominal stroke length in mm. |
| -30 | Adjustable-stroke window in mm (10/20/30/40/50/75/100). |
| 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 (fixed stroke), PBD (double rod), PBR (front-mount).
Where the Airtac PBJ Adjustable Pen-Type Cylinder PBJ10X160-30 Is Used
Changeover Fixtures
Dial in the 130-160 mm retract distance during product changeovers without machining new hard stops.
Trial Insertion Stops
Fine-tune the depth on prototype assembly jigs by adjusting the rear screw instead of reordering hardware.
Variable Depth Pressing
Set precise end-of-stroke positions for light pressing tasks across a batch of varied height components.
Is the Airtac PBJ Adjustable Pen-Type Cylinder PBJ10X160-30 the Right Cylinder?
This 10 mm bore provides 39.3 N push at 0.5 MPa. Stepping up to the 12 mm bore raises push to 56.5 N, while dropping below 10 mm lowers force. Remember that only the back position is tunable; the extend end is fixed. After setting your 130-160 mm range, re-tighten the lock nut so vibration does not drift the screw.
Plan for a safe working load of about 24 N at 0.5 MPa, which is roughly 60% of the theoretical force to account for seal friction. This equates to lifting about 2 kg vertically with a 2:1 safety margin. Confirm your ordering essentials: bore, 160 mm stroke, 30 mm window, and mounting.
Quick checklist
- ✓ Need to fine-tune the end position on site
- ✓ Retract end sits within 130–160 mm
- ✓ Force at your working pressure
- ✓ Magnet (S) for sensors?
- ✓ Access to the rear adjuster screw
- ✓ 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 Set the adjuster, then re-lock the check nut.
- check The adjuster shortens the retract end only.
- check Keep the load coaxial; avoid side load on the thin rod.
- check Do not dismantle the front or back cover.
Airtac PBJ Adjustable Pen-Type Cylinder PBJ10X160-30 FAQ
The effective stroke range is 130-160 mm. Force is unchanged from a standard PB: push is 39.3 N and pull is 33 N at 0.5 MPa. At the 0.7 MPa maximum, push is 55 N and pull is 46.2 N.
The rear M4x0.7 screw shortens only the retract end; the extend end is fixed. Re-tighten the lock nut after setting to prevent vibration drift. The cylinder does not hold position on air loss and drifts without live pressure, so use an external rod lock for fail-safe holding.
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