Airtac PSB Single Acting Compact Cylinder PSB10X10U
The AirTAC Airtac PSB Single Acting Compact Cylinder PSB10X10U is a single acting, push type (spring return) pen-size mini cylinder with a Ø10mm bore and 10mm stroke. A single air port drives the push stroke; the built-in return spring resets the rod when air is released, so only one solenoid line is needed.
- BoreØ10 mm
- Stroke10 mm
- Port sizeM5×0.8
- Acting typePush, single acting
- Rod threadM8×1.0
- ReturnSpring
About the Airtac PSB Single Acting Compact Cylinder PSB10X10U
The AirTAC PSB10X10U is a JIS pen-size single-acting push cylinder that extends its Ø4 mm rod via one M5x0.8 air line, relying on an internal spring to retract automatically. It supplies 29.8 N of net push at 0.5 MPa, making it highly effective for compact ejection and clamping tasks. The U suffix designates a 90-degree side inlet for flat plumbing in confined spaces.
Built with a SUS304 stainless barrel and a slim body, this mini actuator handles damp or tight jigs easily. A fixed TPU bumper cushions the stroke ends. Because the return spring constantly opposes the air stroke, a minimum operating pressure of 0.2 MPa is required before any motion begins.
Airtac PSB Single Acting Compact Cylinder PSB10X10U Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac PSB Single Acting Compact Cylinder PSB10X10U |
|---|---|
| Series | PSB JIS pen-size mini cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø10 mm |
| Rod diameter | Ø4 mm |
| Stroke | 10 mm |
| Acting type | Single acting, push type (spring return) |
| Port size | M5×0.8 |
| Fluid | Air (filtered by 40µm element) |
|---|---|
| Operating pressure | 0.2 – 0.7 MPa |
| Proof pressure | 1.2 MPa |
| Temperature | -20 to +70 °C |
| Speed range | 50 – 800 mm/s |
| Return | Return spring (push by air) |
| Max standard stroke | Up to 60 mm |
The spring holds the rod retracted; applying air pushes the rod out, and removing air lets the spring return it. Forces below are the NET spring-deducted values from the AirTAC thrust table. Confirm against the product label before installation.
Net Push Force (Ø10mm)
| Pressure | Net push force |
|---|---|
| 0.5 MPa | 29.8 N |
| 0.7 MPa (max) | 45.5 N |
These are the usable push forces after the return spring is subtracted, taken directly from the AirTAC single-acting thrust table. Minimum operating pressure is set by the spring, so this model needs at least the lower pressure shown to move.
Model Code: Airtac PSB Single Acting Compact Cylinder PSB10X10U
| PSB | JIS pen-size single acting, push type (spring return) mini-cylinder series. |
|---|---|
| 10 | Bore size in mm. |
| ×10 | Stroke length in mm. |
| S | Built-in magnet for magnetic-switch position sensing (omit = no magnet). |
| R / U / CB | Back cover: R axial inlet, U 90° side inlet, CB double clevis (bore-dependent). |
Mounting accessories: LB, FA, CJ. Related PB-family variants: PB (double acting), PTB (single-acting pull), PBD (double rod), PBR (front-mount).
Where the Airtac PSB Single Acting Compact Cylinder PSB10X10U Is Used
Stamping Part Ejector
Pushes small stamped metal parts out of a die cavity. The spring-return design guarantees the ejector pin pulls back safely if the air supply drops.
Sorting Gate Diverter
Acts as a diverter arm on a packaging conveyor. The 90-degree side inlet keeps the hose routing flat against the machine frame to save space.
Carton Flap Clamp
Holds a cardboard flap in position momentarily during a taping sequence. The fixed TPU bumper softens the impact when the rod reaches full extension.
Is the Airtac PSB Single Acting Compact Cylinder PSB10X10U the Right Cylinder?
This 10 mm bore provides 29.8 N net push at 0.5 MPa. If your task needs less force, stepping down to a 6 mm bore yields 10.6 N. If you require more power, moving up to a 12 mm bore offers 42.9 N. Plan for a safe working load of roughly 18 N, which is about 60 percent of the 0.5 MPa rating, to account for seal friction.
The internal spring ensures the rod fails safe in the retracted position upon air loss. The thin Ø4 mm rod is built for coaxial thrust, so add an external guide if side loads are present. When ordering, confirm the 10 mm bore, 10 mm stroke, U side inlet, and whether you need a mounting bracket like LB or FA.
Quick checklist
- ✓ Net push force at your working pressure
- ✓ Only one air line / solenoid needed
- ✓ Fail-safe retract on air loss
- ✓ Magnet (S) for sensors?
- ✓ Stroke ≤ 60 mm (single-acting limit)
- ✓ Keep the load coaxial — avoid side load
Installation & Maintenance Notes
- check Use clean air filtered to 40µm or finer.
- check Keep within 0.2 – 0.7 MPa operating pressure.
- check Allow for spring force in the stroke direction.
- check Do not add an external return mechanism.
- check Keep the load coaxial; avoid side load on the thin rod.
- check Do not dismantle the front or back cover.
Airtac PSB Single Acting Compact Cylinder PSB10X10U FAQ
It delivers 29.8 N of net push at 0.5 MPa and 45.5 N at 0.7 MPa. Because the internal spring opposes the air stroke, a minimum operating pressure of 0.2 MPa is required before the rod extends.
Air entering the single M5x0.8 port extends the rod, while exhausting the air allows the spring to retract it. The cylinder uses a fixed TPU bumper to decelerate the last few millimeters of travel, which is not adjustable.
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