Color
Black / Black
Haworth · 2006–Present
Zody
Asymmetrical lumbar pioneer—still heavily traded used; confirm Zody vs Zody LX capacity.
Bottom line
Buy classic Zody if you want asymmetrical PAL lumbar on a mesh task chair with a deep used market. Capacity is 350 lb without forward tilt and 325 lb with it (Zody LX is the 400 lb successor). Adjustable seat depth, 4D arms common, optional factory headrest. Confirm Zody vs Zody LX on the listing.
Where to buy
Typical prices — new ~$1,200, refurbished ~$450, used ~$280.
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Units
Spec sheet
- Typical configuration
- Standard Zody task (not LX), 4D arms, without forward tilt for 350 lb
- Era produced
- 2006–Present
- Discontinued
- No
- Approx. MSRP (new)
- $1,200
- Typical refurbished price
- $450
- Typical used price
- $280
- Height range
- 152–193 cm
- Weight capacity
- 159 kg — 350 lb without forward tilt; 325 lb with forward tilt. Zody LX is rated to 400 lb.
- Seat width
- 50 cm
- Seat depth
- 43–50 cm
- Backrest height
- 56 cm
- Seat material
- Full Mesh
- Armrest type
- 4D Articulating
- Arm adjustability
- 4D arms common; fixed/height options available
- Forward tilt
- Yes
- Lumbar
- Asymmetrical
- Headrest
- Factory
- Cylinder
- Top-activated pneumatic
- Caster stem
- 11mm × 22mm standard
- Frame
- Aluminum / polymer task structure + mesh back
- Tilt / lock
- 3-point synchro with back stop; optional forward tilt
Revision matrix & serial tag guide
Serial tag location: Label under seat; asymmetrical PAL lumbar knobs are the classic Zody tell.
| Year | Version | Changes |
|---|---|---|
| 2006 | Zody | Asymmetrical lumbar (PAL); APTA-endorsed research story; Cradle to Cradle path. |
| 2020s | Zody II / Zody LX | Updated platforms; LX raises capacity to 400 lb and adds dual-posture options. |
Aftermarket & replacement parts
Compatible cylinder type: Top-activated pneumatic. Caster stem: 11mm × 22mm standard. Headrest availability: Factory.
Spec notes
- Estimated fit range based on published seat-height data; seat height often 16"–21".
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