Airtac PSBR Single Acting Square Head Compact Cylinder PSBR16X10U
The AirTAC Airtac PSBR Single Acting Square Head Compact Cylinder PSBR16X10U 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, 10mm stroke; the return spring resets the rod when air is released.
- BoreØ16 mm
- Stroke10 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 PSBR16X10U
The AirTAC PSBR16X10U is a JIS pen-size single-acting push cylinder with a 16mm bore and 10mm stroke. It provides 74.8 N of net push force at 0.5 MPa and 115 N at the 0.7 MPa maximum. A built-in return spring retracts the rod automatically, ensuring a fail-safe home position if air pressure drops.
The body bolts directly to your fixture via an M5x0.8 front-cover thread, while a separate M5x0.8 port supplies air. The SUS316L stainless barrel resists corrosion in damp environments. A fixed TPU bumper cushions the stroke ends, but with heavy tooling mass at higher speeds you should meter-out the exhaust or add an external shock absorber.
Airtac PSBR Single Acting Square Head Compact Cylinder PSBR16X10U Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac PSBR Single Acting Square Head Compact Cylinder PSBR16X10U |
|---|---|
| Series | PSBR JIS pen-size front-mount cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø16 mm |
| Rod diameter | Ø5 mm |
| Stroke | 10 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 PSBR16X10U
| PSBR | JIS pen-size front-mount single acting, push type (spring return) series. |
|---|---|
| 16 | Bore size in mm. |
| ×10 | 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 PSBR16X10U Is Used
Short-Stroke Part Ejector
Uses the 10mm stroke and 74.8N push to kick small machined components out of a fixture reliably.
Panel Pusher
Extends to index lightweight electronic panels down a conveyor before the spring safely retracts the rod.
Clamp Release Mechanism
Applies direct front-mounted thrust to overcome a mechanical latch and free a clamped workpiece.
Is the Airtac PSBR Single Acting Square Head Compact Cylinder PSBR16X10U the Right Cylinder?
This 16mm bore yields 74.8 N net push at 0.5 MPa. Stepping down, the 12mm bore offers 42.9 N; stepping up is not available as 16mm is the largest in the series. Plan for a safe working load of about 45 N, which is roughly 60 percent of the 0.5 MPa rating, to account for seal friction.
The direct front-mount M5x0.8 thread saves space, and the U variant provides a 90-degree side inlet for flat routing. The thin 5mm rod handles coaxial thrust well, but over long strokes or off-axis loads add an external guide to prevent side-load damage.
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 PSBR16X10U FAQ
The net push force is 74.8 N at 0.5 MPa and 115 N at the 0.7 MPa maximum. Because it is single-acting push, the internal return spring sets a 0.2 MPa minimum pressure before the rod moves, and the cylinder fails safely retracted on air loss.
It mounts directly via an M5x0.8 front-cover thread, eliminating brackets for tight jigs. The SUS316L stainless barrel provides corrosion resistance, and this specific model lacks a sensor magnet.
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