Airtac PSBR Single Acting Square Head Compact Cylinder PSBR16X100SU
The AirTAC Airtac PSBR Single Acting Square Head Compact Cylinder PSBR16X100SU is a single acting, push type (spring return) pen-size mini cylinder with direct front-cover mounting (M5×0.8 thread). A single air port drives the push stroke on a Ø16mm bore, 100mm stroke; the return spring resets the rod when air is released.
- BoreØ16 mm
- Stroke100 mm
- Port sizeM5×0.8
- Front-mount threadM5×0.8
- Acting typePush, single acting
- ReturnSpring
About the Airtac PSBR Single Acting Square Head Compact Cylinder PSBR16X100SU
The AirTAC PSBR16X100SU is a JIS pen-size single-acting push cylinder with a 16mm bore and 100mm stroke. Air entering the M5x0.8 port extends the rod, while an internal spring ensures fail-safe retraction upon air loss. It provides 74.8N of net push at 0.5 MPa and 115N at 0.7 MPa.
You mount this actuator directly via its front-cover M5x0.8 thread, eliminating extra brackets in tight jigs. The SUS316L stainless barrel suits damp environments, and the U variant features a 90-degree side inlet for flat plumbing. A fixed TPU bumper decelerates the rod at stroke ends. Plan for a safe working load of about 45N (60% of the 0.5 MPa rating) to account for seal friction.
Airtac PSBR Single Acting Square Head Compact Cylinder PSBR16X100SU Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac PSBR Single Acting Square Head Compact Cylinder PSBR16X100SU |
|---|---|
| Series | PSBR JIS pen-size front-mount cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø16 mm |
| Rod diameter | Ø5 mm |
| Stroke | 100 mm |
| Acting type | Single acting, push type (spring return) |
| Front-mount thread | M5×0.8 |
| Port size | M5×0.8 |
|---|---|
| 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 100 mm |
The spring holds the rod retracted; applying air pushes the rod out, and removing air lets the spring return it. Front cover carries the mounting thread (M5×0.8); barrel is SUS316L. Forces below are NET spring-deducted values. Confirm against the product label.
Net Push Force (Ø16mm)
| Pressure | Net push force |
|---|---|
| 0.5 MPa | 74.8 N |
| 0.7 MPa (max) | 115.0 N |
These are usable push forces after the return spring is subtracted, 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 PSBR Single Acting Square Head Compact Cylinder PSBR16X100SU
| PSBR | JIS pen-size front-mount single acting, push type (spring return) series. |
|---|---|
| 16 | Bore size in mm. |
| ×100 | Stroke length in mm. |
| S | Built-in magnet for magnetic-switch position sensing (omit = no magnet). |
| U / R | Back cover: U 90° side inlet or R axial inlet (bore-dependent). |
Mounting: direct front-cover thread (M5×0.8). Related PBR-family variants: PBR (double acting), PTBR (single-acting pull).
Where the Airtac PSBR Single Acting Square Head Compact Cylinder PSBR16X100SU Is Used
Long-Stroke Ejector
Pushes machined parts off a conveyor over the full 100mm travel, relying on the spring to safely retract the pin when air pressure drops.
Panel Pusher
Extends to index lightweight electronic panels into a testing fixture, using the direct front-mount thread to save space inside the cell.
Clamp Release
Breaks a holding grip on a packaging line; the single-acting design ensures the clamp opens automatically if the compressed air supply fails.
Is the Airtac PSBR Single Acting Square Head Compact Cylinder PSBR16X100SU the Right Cylinder?
This 16mm bore yields 74.8N net push at 0.5 MPa. Stepping down, the 12mm bore offers 42.9N; stepping up is not available as 16mm is the largest in this series. The internal return spring sets a 0.2 MPa minimum pressure before motion begins. Because the stroke is 100mm, the slender Ø5mm piston rod needs an external guide or linear bearing to prevent side-load deflection over that distance.
Confirm the direct M5x0.8 front-cover thread engagement during installation, especially for bottom mounting. The U back cover provides a 90-degree side air inlet, and the built-in S magnet works with reed or electronic switches.
Quick checklist
- ✓ Net push force at your working pressure
- ✓ Bolt directly through the front cover (M5×0.8)
- ✓ Only one air line / solenoid needed
- ✓ Fail-safe retract on air loss
- ✓ Magnet (S) for sensors?
- ✓ Stroke ≤ 100 mm (single-acting limit)
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 Match bolt size and engagement to the front thread.
- check Do not add an external return mechanism.
- check Keep the load coaxial; avoid side load on the thin rod.
Airtac PSBR Single Acting Square Head Compact Cylinder PSBR16X100SU FAQ
The net push force is 74.8N at 0.5 MPa and 115N at the 0.7 MPa maximum. The internal return spring requires a minimum of 0.2 MPa before the rod can extend, and the cylinder fails safely retracted on air loss.
It bolts directly via an M5x0.8 front-cover thread. The U back cover adds a 90-degree side inlet. The built-in S magnet supports reed or electronic switches, and the SUS316L barrel resists corrosion.
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