Airtac PBJ Adjustable Pen-Type Cylinder PBJ12X100-30
The AirTAC Airtac PBJ Adjustable Pen-Type Cylinder PBJ12X100-30 is a double-acting, double-rod pen-size mini cylinder whose rear rod carries a stroke adjuster. On a Ø12mm bore it gives a nominal 100mm stroke with a 30mm fine-adjustable window — settable from 70 to 100mm, so you set the end position without changing hardware.
- BoreØ12 mm
- Nominal stroke100 mm
- Adjust window30 mm
- Effective range70–100 mm
- Port sizeM5×0.8
- Acting typeDouble acting
- No minimum order. A single piece can be ordered.
- Ready in 3–5 business days. That is the time we take to process the order and hand it to the carrier. Transit time after that depends on the destination.
About the Airtac PBJ Adjustable Pen-Type Cylinder PBJ12X100-30
The AirTAC PBJ12X100-30 is a double-acting, double-rod pen-size mini cylinder with a 30mm adjustable window. A rear screw and lock nut shorten the retract end, giving an effective stroke range of 70-100mm. The extend end remains fixed.
The Ø12mm bore uses an M5x0.8 port and an M10x1.0 rod-end thread. A fixed TPU bumper cushions each end.
Airtac PBJ Adjustable Pen-Type Cylinder PBJ12X100-30 Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac PBJ Adjustable Pen-Type Cylinder PBJ12X100-30 |
|---|---|
| Series | PBJ JIS pen-size adjustable-stroke cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø12 mm |
| Rod diameter | Ø5 mm |
| Nominal stroke | 100 mm |
| Adjustable window | 30 mm (70–100 mm) |
| Adjuster thread | M5×0.8 |
| 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 200 mm |
PBJ is a double-rod cylinder: the rear rod carries the stroke adjuster, which sets the stroke end within the adjustable window. Confirm the set position against the product label before installation.
Theoretical Output Force (Ø12mm)
| Pressure | Push force | Pull force |
|---|---|---|
| 0.5 MPa | 46.7 N | 46.7 N |
| 0.7 MPa (max) | 65.4 N | 65.4 N |
The rear rod passes through the rear cover, so both piston faces lose rod area: push is shown at the annular-area value (conservative), lower than a single-rod PB push of the same bore. Size with a friction margin.
Model Code: Airtac PBJ Adjustable Pen-Type Cylinder PBJ12X100-30
| PBJ | JIS pen-size adjustable-stroke mini-cylinder series. |
|---|---|
| 12 | Bore size in mm. |
| ×100 | 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 PBJ12X100-30 Is Used
Changeover Fixtures
Dial in the retract stop between 70-100mm when swapping product families on a shared jig, eliminating hardware changes.
Trial Stops
Fine-tune the back position during prototyping to find the exact insertion depth before locking the nut down.
Variable-Depth Press
Adjust the retract end on the fly for cartons of different heights, relying on the fixed TPU bumper for end-of-travel deceleration.
Is the Airtac PBJ Adjustable Pen-Type Cylinder PBJ12X100-30 the Right Cylinder?
If you need less force, the 10mm bore offers 39.3N; for more power, the 16mm bore gives 100.5N. Remember that only the retract position is field-settable; the extend end is fixed. Always re-tighten the lock nut after tuning to prevent vibration drift.
Confirm your ordering essentials: bore, stroke, window, magnet, and mount. This model has no magnet. The thin Ø5mm rod handles coaxial thrust well, but over long strokes or with off-axis loads, add an external linear bearing to prevent side-load damage.
Quick checklist
- ✓ Need to fine-tune the end position on site
- ✓ Retract end sits within 70–100 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 Double rod: the rear rod carries the stroke adjuster.
- 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 PBJ12X100-30 FAQ
At 0.5MPa, push force is 56.5N and pull force is 46.7N. At the maximum 0.7MPa, push is 79.1N and pull is 65.4N. The nominal stroke is 100mm, and the rear adjuster provides an effective range of 70-100mm.
The M5x0.8 rear screw shortens only the retract end of the stroke; the extend end is fixed. You must re-tighten the lock nut after setting your desired position to prevent vibration drift.
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