Airtac PSB Single Acting Compact Cylinder PSB16X10SCB
The AirTAC Airtac PSB Single Acting Compact Cylinder PSB16X10SCB is a single acting, push type (spring return) pen-size mini cylinder with a Ø16mm 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.
- BoreØ16 mm
- Stroke10 mm
- Port sizeM5×0.8
- Acting typePush, single acting
- Rod threadM10×1.0
- ReturnSpring
About the Airtac PSB Single Acting Compact Cylinder PSB16X10SCB
The AirTAC PSB16X10SCB is a JIS pen-size single-acting push cylinder with a 16 mm bore and 10 mm stroke. Air entering the single M5x0.8 port extends the Ø5 mm rod, while an internal spring retracts it upon exhaust release. This design requires only one solenoid line, simplifying tubing and valving while ensuring the rod fails safe to its retracted home position if air pressure drops. The built-in magnet allows tracking with reed or electronic switches.
It supplies 74.8 N of net push at 0.5 MPa and 115 N at the 0.7 MPa maximum, with the return spring force already deducted. The SUS304 stainless barrel and slim body fit tight jigs, while the CB double clevis accommodates pivoting loads. Plan for a safe working load of roughly 45 N, which accounts for seal friction and smooth travel.
Airtac PSB Single Acting Compact Cylinder PSB16X10SCB Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac PSB Single Acting Compact Cylinder PSB16X10SCB |
|---|---|
| Series | PSB JIS pen-size mini cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø16 mm |
| Rod diameter | Ø5 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 (Ø16mm)
| Pressure | Net push force |
|---|---|
| 0.5 MPa | 74.8 N |
| 0.7 MPa (max) | 115.0 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 PSB16X10SCB
| PSB | JIS pen-size single acting, push type (spring return) mini-cylinder series. |
|---|---|
| 16 | 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 PSB16X10SCB Is Used
Pivoting Part Ejector
Uses the CB double clevis to swing and push finished plastic parts off an injection mold platen, relying on the spring to safely retract the rod when air is cut.
Package Diverter Gate
Extends to deflect cardboard cartons on a packaging line, with the fail-safe retract ensuring the gate opens cleanly to clear the conveyor belt during an emergency stop.
Light Duty Clamp
Applies up to 45 N of safe holding force against a machining fixture, using a single air line to push the part tight before the spring releases it automatically.
Is the Airtac PSB Single Acting Compact Cylinder PSB16X10SCB the Right Cylinder?
This 16 mm bore provides the highest net push in the PSB family at 74.8 N (0.5 MPa), stepping up from the 42.9 N of the 12 mm version. Because it is the largest available size, there is no larger bore to scale up to; if 115 N at 0.7 MPa is insufficient, you will need a different cylinder series entirely. The internal return spring sets a 0.2 MPa minimum pressure before motion begins. Confirm your ordering essentials: 16 mm bore, 10 mm stroke, S magnet, CB double clevis back cover, and any required mounting bracket.
The thin Ø5 mm rod handles coaxial thrust well but is not built for side loading; over the 10 mm stroke, add an external guide if the load pivots. Fixed TPU bumpers decelerate the stroke's final few millimeters. At higher cycling speeds with heavy tooling mass, these bumpers can bottom out, so meter-out the exhaust or install 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 PSB16X10SCB FAQ
The net usable push force is 74.8 N at 0.5 MPa and 115 N at the 0.7 MPa maximum operating pressure. Because an internal spring returns the rod, a minimum of 0.2 MPa is required before the piston moves. The rod fails safe to the retracted position on air loss.
The S suffix indicates a built-in piston magnet for position sensing with reed or electronic switches. Cushioning is handled by fixed TPU bumpers that absorb impact over the last few millimeters of travel; they are not adjustable, so high-speed loads may require external shock absorption.
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