Airtac PSB Single Acting Compact Cylinder PSB16X5SCB
The AirTAC Airtac PSB Single Acting Compact Cylinder PSB16X5SCB is a single acting, push type (spring return) pen-size mini cylinder with a Ø16mm 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.
- BoreØ16 mm
- Stroke5 mm
- Port sizeM5×0.8
- Acting typePush, single acting
- Rod threadM10×1.0
- ReturnSpring
About the Airtac PSB Single Acting Compact Cylinder PSB16X5SCB
The AirTAC PSB16X5SCB is a JIS pen-size single-acting push cylinder with a 16 mm bore and 5 mm stroke. Air entering the single M5x0.8 port extends the Ø5 mm rod, while an internal spring ensures fail-safe retraction upon air loss. It yields 74.8 N of net push at 0.5 MPa and 115 N at the 0.7 MPa maximum. The built-in magnet supports reed or electronic switches.
Featuring a SUS304 stainless barrel and a CB double clevis cover, this slim actuator handles pivoting loads in confined spaces. A fixed TPU bumper cushions the stroke ends. For practical sizing, plan for a safe working load of about 45 N, which accounts for seal friction and smooth travel.
Airtac PSB Single Acting Compact Cylinder PSB16X5SCB Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac PSB Single Acting Compact Cylinder PSB16X5SCB |
|---|---|
| Series | PSB JIS pen-size mini cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø16 mm |
| Rod diameter | Ø5 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 (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 PSB16X5SCB
| PSB | JIS pen-size single acting, push type (spring return) mini-cylinder series. |
|---|---|
| 16 | 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 PSB16X5SCB Is Used
Pivoting Part Ejector
Uses the CB double clevis to swing and push finished metal parts off a machining center conveyor, relying on the spring to safely retract the pin during air loss.
Carton Flap Folder
Deploys the short 5 mm stroke to tuck corrugated flaps on a packaging line, with the fixed TPU bumper absorbing the impact at the end of the push.
Clamp Release Mechanism
Applies 74.8 N of net push at 0.5 MPa to hold a workpiece in a jig, automatically releasing the part when the solenoid exhausts and the spring pulls back.
Is the Airtac PSB Single Acting Compact Cylinder PSB16X5SCB the Right Cylinder?
This 16 mm bore provides the highest net push in the PSB family, delivering 74.8 N at 0.5 MPa. If your application needs less force, stepping down to a 12 mm bore yields 42.9 N. Because it is the largest available, there is no larger option; for higher loads, consider a double-acting PB series. The internal spring requires a minimum 0.2 MPa to overcome its resistance before motion begins.
When ordering, confirm the 5 mm stroke, the S magnet option for position sensing, and the CB double clevis inlet for your pivoting mount. The M10x1.0 rod-end thread and M5x0.8 port are fixed by the bore size. With a usable push of 74.8 N, it can safely lift about 3.8 kg vertically against gravity.
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 PSB16X5SCB FAQ
The net push force is 74.8 N at 0.5 MPa and 115 N at the 0.7 MPa maximum. Because an internal spring returns the rod, a minimum operating pressure of 0.2 MPa is required before the piston moves. The spring ensures the rod fails safe in the retracted position.
It uses a fixed TPU bumper at each end to decelerate the stroke over the last few millimeters; it is not adjustable. The S option includes a built-in piston magnet compatible with AirTAC reed or electronic switches. For high-speed tooling mass, meter-out the exhaust or add an external shock absorber.
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