Steelcase · 2021–Present
Karman
Steelcase’s lightest-feeling modern knit tasker—350 lb rated, less common on refurb yet.
Bottom line
Karman is for people who want Steelcase’s lightest-feeling modern knit tasker. Rated to 350 lb, with standard or high-back options and fully adjustable arms on common configs. Less common on refurb yet; no separate factory headrest SKU beyond the high-back pillow.
Where to buy
Typical prices — new ~$1,295, refurbished ~$750, used ~$480.
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Fit
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Units
Configurations
Available in Standard Back and High-Back.
Spec sheet
- Typical configuration
- Standard-height work chair
- Era produced
- 2021–Present
- Discontinued
- No
- Approx. MSRP (new)
- $1,295
- Typical refurbished price
- $750
- Typical used price
- $480
- Height range
- 152–193 cm
- Weight capacity
- 159 kg
- Seat width
- 48 cm
- Seat depth
- 44 cm
- Backrest height
- 56 cm
- Seat material
- Full Mesh
- Armrest type
- 4D Articulating
- Arm adjustability
- Fully adjustable arms on common configs
- Forward tilt
- No
- Lumbar
- Integrated
- Headrest
- None
- Cylinder
- Top-activated pneumatic
- Caster stem
- 11mm × 22mm standard
- Frame
- Lightweight polymer/aluminum structure + knit suspension
- Tilt / lock
- Weight-activated recline typical of current Steelcase task line
Revision matrix & serial tag guide
Serial tag location: Label under seat; ultra-light open frame and knit back identify Karman.
| Year | Version | Changes |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | Launch | Lightweight suspended knit task chair; high-back and stool variants. |
Aftermarket & replacement parts
Compatible cylinder type: Top-activated pneumatic. Caster stem: 11mm × 22mm standard. Headrest availability: None.
Spec notes
- Estimated fit range based on published seat-height data from overall height 39.125"–43.5".
- Seat width and depth are approximate for common configurations.