Airtac PSB Single Acting Compact Cylinder PSB16X15UFA
The AirTAC Airtac PSB Single Acting Compact Cylinder PSB16X15UFA is a single acting, push type (spring return) pen-size mini cylinder with a Ø16mm bore and 15mm 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
- Stroke15 mm
- Port sizeM5×0.8
- Acting typePush, single acting
- Rod threadM10×1.0
- ReturnSpring
About the Airtac PSB Single Acting Compact Cylinder PSB16X15UFA
The AirTAC PSB16X15UFA is a JIS pen-size single-acting push cylinder that extends via one M5x0.8 air port and retracts automatically via an internal spring. It delivers 74.8 N of net push at 0.5 MPa, providing reliable actuation for compact jigs. The U back cover provides a 90-degree side inlet for flat plumbing, while the included FA bracket supplies a sturdy mount interface.
Built with a SUS304 stainless steel rod and barrel, this slim mini body handles damp or tight spaces effectively. A fixed TPU bumper at each end decelerates the stroke over the final few millimeters. Plan for a safe working load of about 45 N (roughly 60 percent of the 0.5 MPa rating) to account for seal friction and smooth travel.
Airtac PSB Single Acting Compact Cylinder PSB16X15UFA Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac PSB Single Acting Compact Cylinder PSB16X15UFA |
|---|---|
| Series | PSB JIS pen-size mini cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø16 mm |
| Rod diameter | Ø5 mm |
| Stroke | 15 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 PSB16X15UFA
| PSB | JIS pen-size single acting, push type (spring return) mini-cylinder series. |
|---|---|
| 16 | Bore size in mm. |
| ×15 | 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 PSB16X15UFA Is Used
Part Ejection
Uses the spring-return retract to safely pull the striker back after pushing finished parts off an assembly conveyor.
Clamp Release
Holds a workpiece during machining, then relies on the fail-safe retract to clear the clamp when air pressure drops.
Gate Diverter
Pushes a lightweight routing gate on a packaging line, with the U side inlet keeping the tubing flush against the machine frame.
Is the Airtac PSB Single Acting Compact Cylinder PSB16X15UFA the Right Cylinder?
This 16 mm bore generates 74.8 N net push at 0.5 MPa, sitting at the top of the PSB range; stepping down to a 12 mm bore drops the usable force to 42.9 N. The internal return spring sets a 0.2 MPa minimum operating pressure before the rod moves, and the rod fails safe to the retracted position on air loss. Confirm your ordering essentials: 16 mm bore, 15 mm stroke, U side inlet, and FA mounting bracket. This specific configuration ships without a sensor magnet.
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 PSB16X15UFA FAQ
It provides 74.8 N net push at 0.5 MPa and 115 N at the 0.7 MPa maximum. The internal spring requires a minimum of 0.2 MPa before the rod extends, and it automatically retracts the rod on air loss.
It uses a fixed TPU bumper at each end to decelerate the last few millimeters of travel; at higher speeds with real tooling mass, meter-out the exhaust or add an external shock absorber. The 5 mm rod is built for coaxial thrust, so add an external guide for off-axis loads.
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