Airtac PSBR Single Acting Square Head Compact Cylinder PSBR16X30SU
The AirTAC Airtac PSBR Single Acting Square Head Compact Cylinder PSBR16X30SU 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, 30mm stroke; the return spring resets the rod when air is released.
- BoreØ16 mm
- Stroke30 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 PSBR16X30SU
The AirTAC PSBR16X30SU is a single-acting push, spring-return pen-size mini cylinder. It supplies 74.8 N of net push at 0.5 MPa and 115 N at the 0.7 MPa maximum. A single M5x0.8 air port extends the rod, while the internal spring ensures a fail-safe retracted state on air loss. The U back cover provides a 90-degree side inlet for flat plumbing.
You mount this cylinder directly via its M5x0.8 front-cover thread, eliminating extra brackets in tight jigs. The SUS316L stainless barrel resists corrosion in damp environments. A fixed TPU bumper decelerates the stroke near the ends. For real-world sizing, plan for a safe working load of about 45 N, which is roughly 60 percent of the 0.5 MPa figure. This equates to lifting about 3.8 kg vertically with a sane 2:1 margin.
Airtac PSBR Single Acting Square Head Compact Cylinder PSBR16X30SU Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac PSBR Single Acting Square Head Compact Cylinder PSBR16X30SU |
|---|---|
| Series | PSBR JIS pen-size front-mount cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø16 mm |
| Rod diameter | Ø5 mm |
| Stroke | 30 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 PSBR16X30SU
| PSBR | JIS pen-size front-mount single acting, push type (spring return) series. |
|---|---|
| 16 | Bore size in mm. |
| ×30 | 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 PSBR16X30SU Is Used
Part Ejector
Uses the 74.8 N push stroke to eject machined parts from a fixture, with the spring ensuring the arm retracts safely when air pressure drops.
Panel Pusher
Bolts directly via the M5x0.8 front thread to push lightweight panels into a machining cell, saving space in compact assembly lines.
Clamp Release
Applies forward thrust to release a secondary clamp, relying on the fail-safe retract design to secure the clamp during an air loss event.
Is the Airtac PSBR Single Acting Square Head Compact Cylinder PSBR16X30SU the Right Cylinder?
This 16 mm bore yields 74.8 N net push at 0.5 MPa. Stepping down to a 12 mm bore drops the usable push to 42.9 N, while this 16 mm unit maxes out at 115 N at 0.7 MPa. The 30 mm stroke fits well within the 100 mm limit for this bore. The direct M5x0.8 front-mount thread bolts straight to your fixture, and the spring guarantees a fail-safe retracted position.
Confirm the U code for the 90-degree side inlet and the S code for the built-in piston magnet. The magnet works with reed or electronic switches. Because the rod is a slender 5 mm, use an external linear bearing for off-axis loads. The fixed TPU bumper only absorbs the last few millimeters, so meter-out the exhaust if moving heavy tooling at mid speed.
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 PSBR16X30SU FAQ
The net push force is 74.8 N at 0.5 MPa and 115 N at the 0.7 MPa maximum. The internal return spring sets a minimum pressure of 0.2 MPa before the rod can move. On air loss, the spring holds the rod fail-safe retracted.
It mounts directly via an M5x0.8 thread on the front cover, separate from the M5x0.8 air port. The S designation indicates a built-in piston magnet compatible with reed or electronic solid-state switches. The SUS316L stainless barrel suits damp environments.
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