Airtac PSBR Single Acting Square Head Compact Cylinder PSBR16X100U
The AirTAC Airtac PSBR Single Acting Square Head Compact Cylinder PSBR16X100U 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 PSBR16X100U
The AirTAC PSBR16X100U is a JIS pen-size single-acting push cylinder with a 100 mm stroke. Air entering the M5x0.8 port extends the rod, while an internal spring retracts it. This fail-safe design ensures the rod pulls home on air loss, needing only one solenoid line. It delivers 74.8 N net push at 0.5 MPa and 115 N at 0.7 MPa.
You mount it directly via the front-cover M5x0.8 thread, saving space in compact jigs. The SUS316L stainless barrel suits damp environments, and a fixed TPU bumper cushions the stroke ends. Plan for a safe working load of about 45 N, which is roughly 60 percent of the 0.5 MPa figure to account for seal friction.
Airtac PSBR Single Acting Square Head Compact Cylinder PSBR16X100U Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac PSBR Single Acting Square Head Compact Cylinder PSBR16X100U |
|---|---|
| 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 PSBR16X100U
| 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 PSBR16X100U Is Used
Vertical Part Lift
Lifts about 3.8 kg vertically using a 2:1 safety margin on the 74.8 N push force. The fail-safe spring retract drops the part safely if air pressure drops.
Package Diverter
Extends to push light cartons off a belt line. The direct front-cover M5x0.8 mount bolts straight to the conveyor frame for a low-profile build.
Clamp Release
Overrides a mechanical clamp to release finished parts. The fixed TPU bumper absorbs the impact at the end of the 100 mm travel.
Is the Airtac PSBR Single Acting Square Head Compact Cylinder PSBR16X100U the Right Cylinder?
This 16 mm bore at maximum 100 mm stroke offers 74.8 N net push at 0.5 MPa. Stepping down, a 12 mm bore gives 42.9 N, while this 16 mm provides the highest force in the series at 115 N at 0.7 MPa. The thin 5 mm rod handles coaxial thrust well, but over this long 100 mm stroke you should add an external linear bearing to prevent side-load binding.
The U suffix adds a 90-degree side air inlet for flat plumbing. The direct front-cover M5x0.8 thread bolts straight to your fixture. Remember the internal spring sets a 0.2 MPa minimum pressure before motion starts. No magnet is fitted on this specific model.
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 PSBR16X100U FAQ
It provides 74.8 N net push at 0.5 MPa and 115 N at 0.7 MPa maximum. The internal return spring requires a minimum of 0.2 MPa before the rod can extend. If air loss occurs, the spring holds the rod retracted.
It mounts directly via the front-cover M5x0.8 thread. The U suffix indicates a 90-degree side air inlet on the back cover for flat routing. The SUS316L stainless barrel provides corrosion resistance for damp environments.
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