Steelcase Think — Obsidian / Merle — Front-side

Color

Obsidian / Merle

Steelcase · 2004–Present (current gen refreshed)

Think

Weight-activated Steelcase tasker with strong sustainability story and 400 lb rating.

Bottom line

Buy Think if you want a weight-activated Steelcase tasker with a sustainability story and a 400 lb rating. Mesh, 3D knit/quilted, or upholstered backs are available; 4D arms are common. No factory headrest and no forward tilt on the cataloged configs. Fit range is roughly 5'0"–6'4".

181 kg capacity152–193 cmFull Mesh4D Articulating

Where to buy

Typical prices — new ~$1,100, refurbished ~$480, used ~$280.

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Fit

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Units

Configurations

Available in Mesh Back, 3D Knit / Quilted, and Upholstered Back.

Spec sheet

Typical configuration
Work chair, mesh or 3D back, 4D arms
Era produced
2004–Present (current gen refreshed)
Discontinued
No
Approx. MSRP (new)
$1,100
Typical refurbished price
$480
Typical used price
$280
Height range
152–193 cm
Weight capacity
181 kg
Seat width
50 cm
Seat depth
42–48 cm
Backrest height
56 cm
Seat material
Full Mesh
Armrest type
4D Articulating
Arm adjustability
4D arms common; fixed/height options exist
Forward tilt
No
Lumbar
Integrated
Headrest
None
Cylinder
Top-activated pneumatic
Caster stem
11mm × 22mm standard
Frame
Polymer + recycled-content emphasis
Tilt / lock
Weight-activated synchro with upright lock options

Revision matrix & serial tag guide

Serial tag location: Label under seat; Think’s weight-activated controls and back style (mesh / quilted / upholstered) identify generation.

YearVersionChanges
2004Original ThinkEarly highly sustainable Steelcase task platform.
2010s–2020sCurrent ThinkWeight-activated controls refreshed for hybrid work; multiple back styles.

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 chair height band.

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