Airtac PSB Single Acting Compact Cylinder PSB10X5SR
The AirTAC Airtac PSB Single Acting Compact Cylinder PSB10X5SR is a single acting, push type (spring return) pen-size mini cylinder with a Ø10mm bore and 5mm 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
- Stroke5 mm
- Port sizeM5×0.8
- Acting typePush, single acting
- Rod threadM8×1.0
- ReturnSpring
About the Airtac PSB Single Acting Compact Cylinder PSB10X5SR
The AirTAC PSB10X5SR is a JIS pen-size single-acting push cylinder with a 10 mm bore and 5 mm stroke. Air entering the single M5x0.8 port extends the Ø4 mm rod, while an internal spring ensures fail-safe retraction upon air loss. Because the spring counteracts the air stroke, this model provides a usable 29.8 N net push at 0.5 MPa and 45.5 N at 0.7 MPa.
Featuring a SUS304 stainless barrel and an axial R back cover, the slim body fits tight machinery. The integrated S magnet supports reed or electronic switches for position sensing. A fixed TPU bumper cushions the stroke ends, and the M8x1.0 rod-end thread handles straightforward tooling mounting.
Airtac PSB Single Acting Compact Cylinder PSB10X5SR Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac PSB Single Acting Compact Cylinder PSB10X5SR |
|---|---|
| Series | PSB JIS pen-size mini cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø10 mm |
| Rod diameter | Ø4 mm |
| Stroke | 5 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 PSB10X5SR
| PSB | JIS pen-size single acting, push type (spring return) mini-cylinder series. |
|---|---|
| 10 | Bore size in mm. |
| ×5 | 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 PSB10X5SR Is Used
Short-Stroke Part Ejection
Uses the 5 mm extension to push small molded components out of a machining fixture, relying on the spring to retract the plunger safely when air is cut.
Package Sorting Gate
Acts as a spring-return diverter on a packaging line, briefly extending to route cartons and retracting instantly to let subsequent items pass unobstructed.
Lab Sample Clamping
Holds delicate test vials securely in analytical equipment using the 29.8 N push force, automatically releasing the grip if the compressed air supply drops.
Is the Airtac PSB Single Acting Compact Cylinder PSB10X5SR the Right Cylinder?
This 10 mm bore yields 29.8 N net push at 0.5 MPa. Stepping down to Ø6 drops the output to 10.6 N, whereas moving up to Ø12 raises it to 42.9 N. The internal return spring demands a minimum 0.2 MPa operating pressure before the rod overcomes the spring and moves. Plan for a safe working load of about 18 N, which accounts for seal friction at 60 percent of the rated force.
When ordering, verify the 5 mm stroke, the S magnet option, the R axial inlet, and your required mounting bracket. The slender Ø4 mm rod is built for coaxial thrust, so avoid side loads or add an external linear guide. At higher cycling speeds with real tooling mass, the fixed TPU bumper may bottom out, so meter-out the exhaust or use an external shock absorber.
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 PSB10X5SR FAQ
The net push force is 29.8 N at 0.5 MPa and 45.5 N at 0.7 MPa. Because an internal spring returns the rod, a minimum operating pressure of 0.2 MPa is required to overcome the spring and initiate the extension stroke.
It uses a fixed TPU bumper at the stroke ends to decelerate motion over the last few millimeters; it is not an adjustable shock absorber. The built-in S magnet allows tracking by either reed or solid-state electronic switches.
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