Airtac PBJ Adjustable Pen-Type Cylinder PBJ16X45-10S
The AirTAC Airtac PBJ Adjustable Pen-Type Cylinder PBJ16X45-10S is a double-acting, double-rod pen-size mini cylinder whose rear rod carries a stroke adjuster. On a Ø16mm bore it gives a nominal 45mm stroke with a 10mm fine-adjustable window — settable from 35 to 45mm, so you set the end position without changing hardware.
- BoreØ16 mm
- Nominal stroke45 mm
- Adjust window10 mm
- Effective range35–45 mm
- Port sizeM5×0.8
- Acting typeDouble acting
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About the Airtac PBJ Adjustable Pen-Type Cylinder PBJ16X45-10S
The AirTAC PBJ16X45-10S is a double-acting, double-rod pen-size mini cylinder with a 10mm adjustable stroke window. A rear adjuster screw with an M5x0.8 thread shortens the retract end, giving an effective stroke range of 35-45mm. The extend end remains fixed.
It features a SUS304 stainless steel barrel and rod, a slim 16mm body, and a fixed TPU bumper at each end. The -S suffix indicates a built-in piston magnet for position sensing. The air port is M5x0.8, and the rod-end thread is M10x1.0. For safe sizing, plan for about 60N of real work at 0.5MPa, which is roughly 60% of the theoretical push force to account for seal friction.
Airtac PBJ Adjustable Pen-Type Cylinder PBJ16X45-10S Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac PBJ Adjustable Pen-Type Cylinder PBJ16X45-10S |
|---|---|
| Series | PBJ JIS pen-size adjustable-stroke cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø16 mm |
| Rod diameter | Ø5 mm |
| Nominal stroke | 45 mm |
| Adjustable window | 10 mm (35–45 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 (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 |
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 PBJ16X45-10S
| PBJ | JIS pen-size adjustable-stroke mini-cylinder series. |
|---|---|
| 16 | Bore size in mm. |
| ×45 | Nominal stroke length in mm. |
| -10 | 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 PBJ16X45-10S Is Used
Changeover Fixtures
Dial in the exact retract position from 35 to 45mm during product changeovers without machining new stop blocks.
Trial Insertion Stops
Micro-adjust the insertion depth on test jigs to find the optimal position before finalizing the assembly hardware.
Variable Depth Pressing
Set precise pressing depths on light-duty end-of-arm tooling using the rear screw, leaving the extend stroke fixed.
Is the Airtac PBJ Adjustable Pen-Type Cylinder PBJ16X45-10S the Right Cylinder?
Remember that only the retract position is field-adjustable; the extend end is fixed. Always re-tighten the lock nut after setting the 35-45mm range to prevent vibration drift. Confirm your ordering essentials: 16mm bore, 45mm nominal stroke, 10mm window, S magnet, and mounting choice.
Quick checklist
- ✓ Need to fine-tune the end position on site
- ✓ Retract end sits within 35–45 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 PBJ16X45-10S FAQ
The effective stroke range is 35-45mm. At 0.5MPa, push force is 100.5N and pull force is 90.7N. At the maximum 0.7MPa operating pressure, push is 140.7N and pull is 126.9N. The piston rod is Ø5mm, the port is M5x0.8, and the rod-end thread is M10x1.0.
The rear M5x0.8 adjuster screw shortens the retract end only, while the extend end remains fixed. You must re-tighten the lock nut after setting to prevent vibration drift. The built-in magnet (-S) works with both AirTAC reed and electronic solid-state switches for position sensing.
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