Comparison GT Racer B-522-1 vs GT Racer B-522
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| GT Racer B-522-1 | GT Racer B-522 | |
from $97.37 up to $150.00 | from $143.42 up to $222.18 | |
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| Features | for staff | for staff |
| Max. user weight | 120 kg | 120 kg |
Size and weight | ||
| Back height | 58 cm | 58 cm |
| Shoulder back width | 49 cm | 49 cm |
| Seat size (WxD) | 50x49 cm | 50x49 cm |
| Seat height | 42 - 52 cm | 42 - 52 cm |
Design | ||
| Base | cross with rollers | cross with rollers |
| Mechanism | synchro mechanism | synchro mechanism |
| Headrest |  | |
| Armrests | | |
| Waist support | | |
| Clothes hanger | | |
Adjustments | ||
| Headrest height | | |
| Rocking stiffness level | | |
| Seat height | | |
| Seat depths | | |
| Tilt of the entire chair | | |
Armrests | ||
| Height from the seat | 38 cm | 38 cm |
| Adjustment | height (up / down) turn (right / left) | 3D height (up / down) turn (right / left) length (forward / backward) |
Material | ||
| Seat material | fabric | mesh |
| Back material | mesh | mesh |
| Base material | metal | metal |
| Added to E-Catalog | july 2023 | july 2023 |
Compare GT Racer B-522-1 and B-522
Chairs GT Racer B-522-1 and GT Racer B-522 share similar features, such as maximum user weight (120 kg), dimensions, and materials. However, the main difference lies in the armrests: the B-522 model allows adjustments not only in height and swivel but also in length, providing greater flexibility in settings. In the B-522-1 model, the armrests are adjustable only in height and swivel. Both chairs have lumbar support and a headrest, making them comfortable for extended use. The choice between them may depend on preferences for armrest adjustments.
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Glossary
Adjustment
Armrest settings can be quite extensive. In everyday life, there is even a marking 1D, 2D, 3D, 4D, depending on the number of adjustments. The following adjustment options are available: height, length(forward / backward), width(right / left), tilt and swivel(right / left). More about them:
- Height. The ability to adjust the height of the armrests relative to the level of the seat. This feature allows you to adjust the arm rests for maximum comfort and minimize shoulder and neck fatigue.
- Turn (right / left). In this case, the possibility of turning the armrests to the right or left is implied, so that they are not parallel, but “look” in different directions.
— By length (forward / backward). Length adjustment refers to the ability to move the armrests back and forth for the convenience of placing hands under a certain physique of the user of a computer chair.
- By width (right / left). Adjusting the position of the armrests to the right or left in a horizontal plane. The stem adjustment contributes to a comfortable fit and allows you to adjust the chair to a certain arm span.
- By tilt. This adjustment assumes the presence of armrests mounted on swivel mounts. It can work as a height adjustment: turning the armrest in the mount changes not only i...ts inclination, but also the height of the point of contact with the arm. However, the matter is not limited to this: in many models, the handles can be placed vertically (raised or lowered) and, in fact, the armrests can be removed in this way.
If it is assumed that the position of the armrests can only be adjusted in height, they are marked with the designation 1D. For 2D armrests, in addition to the height adjustment, the ability to rotate the palm rests to the right / left (around the axis) is added. 3D armrests are adjustable in height, rotate around the axis and move back and forth. Finally, 4D armrests are considered the most functional - they additionally have the ability to shift the surface of the armrest to the side.
- Height. The ability to adjust the height of the armrests relative to the level of the seat. This feature allows you to adjust the arm rests for maximum comfort and minimize shoulder and neck fatigue.
- Turn (right / left). In this case, the possibility of turning the armrests to the right or left is implied, so that they are not parallel, but “look” in different directions.
— By length (forward / backward). Length adjustment refers to the ability to move the armrests back and forth for the convenience of placing hands under a certain physique of the user of a computer chair.
- By width (right / left). Adjusting the position of the armrests to the right or left in a horizontal plane. The stem adjustment contributes to a comfortable fit and allows you to adjust the chair to a certain arm span.
- By tilt. This adjustment assumes the presence of armrests mounted on swivel mounts. It can work as a height adjustment: turning the armrest in the mount changes not only i...ts inclination, but also the height of the point of contact with the arm. However, the matter is not limited to this: in many models, the handles can be placed vertically (raised or lowered) and, in fact, the armrests can be removed in this way.
If it is assumed that the position of the armrests can only be adjusted in height, they are marked with the designation 1D. For 2D armrests, in addition to the height adjustment, the ability to rotate the palm rests to the right / left (around the axis) is added. 3D armrests are adjustable in height, rotate around the axis and move back and forth. Finally, 4D armrests are considered the most functional - they additionally have the ability to shift the surface of the armrest to the side.
Seat material
The material from which the seat of the chair is made. Note that certain models may be available in several options, differing by seat material.
— Fabric. Fabric can have many varieties, and specific characteristics depend on the chair's price category. This material is found in all categories — from budget models to quite expensive ones. Common properties of all fabric types are low cost, durability, and low maintenance requirements.
— Leather. The main distinguishing features of natural leather are its luxurious appearance and corresponding cost. In light of this, this material is considered "image-based" and is used not only for comfort but also to emphasize the owner's status. Accordingly, most chairs with leather seats are intended for executives (see "Purpose") and belong to the premium class. Practically, leather is durable and quite pleasant to the touch, but does not breathe well (which can cause discomfort in hot weather).
— Leatherette. A variety of synthetic materials imitating the natural leather described above. The quality and properties of a specific leatherette usually directly depend on its cost (and the chair's price category overall), but even the most expensive options usually cost less than leather — despite the fact that they can be virtually indistinguishable from it in appearance and feel. Additionally, this material is less demanding in terms of maint...enance. Thanks to this, leatherette seats are quite common. Their main disadvantages are the tendency to develop scuffs and generally a shorter lifespan than leather ones (again, much depends on the price).
— Plastic. Plastic seats are typical for the cheapest chairs, designed for visitors or staff who do not have to sit in one place for long. This material is characterized by low cost combined with durability, reliability, and a variety of colors. However, it has one key disadvantage that practically nullifies all the described benefits — hardness; simply put, sitting on plastic is uncomfortable. Because of this, even among the mentioned models, all-plastic seats are very rare.
— Wood. In the case of seats for office chairs, the word "wood" usually means plywood. This material is largely similar to the plastic described above, but it also has some differences: on one hand, it features an aesthetic appearance with original patterns and is considered more pleasant to the touch; on the other hand, it costs more and offers relatively few design options. Nevertheless, the disadvantage of hardness is also characteristic of this material, which is why it is also used only in isolated cases.
— Mesh. Seats in the form of a rigid frame with fabric or synthetic mesh stretched across it. The main advantages of such structures are their light weight and good breathability. The design of the mesh allows them to be used even in executive chairs. As for the noticeable disadvantages of mesh seats, they only have slightly lower reliability and greater repair complexity compared to similar fabric seats (see above).
— Fabric. Fabric can have many varieties, and specific characteristics depend on the chair's price category. This material is found in all categories — from budget models to quite expensive ones. Common properties of all fabric types are low cost, durability, and low maintenance requirements.
— Leather. The main distinguishing features of natural leather are its luxurious appearance and corresponding cost. In light of this, this material is considered "image-based" and is used not only for comfort but also to emphasize the owner's status. Accordingly, most chairs with leather seats are intended for executives (see "Purpose") and belong to the premium class. Practically, leather is durable and quite pleasant to the touch, but does not breathe well (which can cause discomfort in hot weather).
— Leatherette. A variety of synthetic materials imitating the natural leather described above. The quality and properties of a specific leatherette usually directly depend on its cost (and the chair's price category overall), but even the most expensive options usually cost less than leather — despite the fact that they can be virtually indistinguishable from it in appearance and feel. Additionally, this material is less demanding in terms of maint...enance. Thanks to this, leatherette seats are quite common. Their main disadvantages are the tendency to develop scuffs and generally a shorter lifespan than leather ones (again, much depends on the price).
— Plastic. Plastic seats are typical for the cheapest chairs, designed for visitors or staff who do not have to sit in one place for long. This material is characterized by low cost combined with durability, reliability, and a variety of colors. However, it has one key disadvantage that practically nullifies all the described benefits — hardness; simply put, sitting on plastic is uncomfortable. Because of this, even among the mentioned models, all-plastic seats are very rare.
— Wood. In the case of seats for office chairs, the word "wood" usually means plywood. This material is largely similar to the plastic described above, but it also has some differences: on one hand, it features an aesthetic appearance with original patterns and is considered more pleasant to the touch; on the other hand, it costs more and offers relatively few design options. Nevertheless, the disadvantage of hardness is also characteristic of this material, which is why it is also used only in isolated cases.
— Mesh. Seats in the form of a rigid frame with fabric or synthetic mesh stretched across it. The main advantages of such structures are their light weight and good breathability. The design of the mesh allows them to be used even in executive chairs. As for the noticeable disadvantages of mesh seats, they only have slightly lower reliability and greater repair complexity compared to similar fabric seats (see above).