Steelcase Series 1 delivers on what’s important—performance, style and choice. It retains everything that’s valued in a chair, while making it attainable for everyone.
Best in Ergonomic Essentials
Engineered to cater to the diverse needs of modern workplace, this high-performance office chair boasts space efficiency, weight-activated controls and an even more sustainable option. Choose from plenty of back, seat and frame color choices to create the perfect chair to fit you and your space.
Take Your Pick
Select from two ergonomic mesh chair back designs: the original Series 1 3D Microknit Back or Series 1 Air Back.
The Air Back option features a specially engineered geometric wave pattern that flexes in two dimensions to encourage movement and posture changes while providing the spine with responsive support.
The 3D Microknit Back features a system of flexors tucked neatly inside the backrest, which mimic your spine to provide flexibility and continuous lower-back support.
Performance Features
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Two back styles offer ergonomic support and encourage movement throughout the day. Select 3D Microknit Back or Air Back.
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Adjustment Mechanism
Responds to your body weight to provide the right amount of back tension as you recline. Includes “boost” offering 20% additional tension for those who need it.
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Lumbar Support
Additional adjustable lumbar support comes standard.
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Standard 4-dimensional arm support adjust to your preferred height, width, depth and pivot.
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Recline Adjustments
Recline range includes full recline range, a boost setting and upright back stop.
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seat ergonomics
Seat is height- and depth-adjustable. Flexible edges and adaptive bolstering in the seat foam provides pressure-free comfort.
Delivering on What's Important
Performance, style and choice. Choose from plenty of back, seat and frame color choices to create the perfect chair to fit you and your space. Steelcase Series 1 is where serious support, lighthearted looks and exceptional value all come together—a different class that’s still best-in-class.
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Leader for Climate Change Mitigation
Steelcase Series™ 1 led the way as our first chair available with CarbonNeutral® product certification. It is shipped ready to assemble compared to fully assembled which means more products can be shipped on fewer trucks, helping reduce carbon emissions in transport by 50%.
Steelcase Series 1 with CarbonNeutral® product certification
Steelcase Series 1 is available now with a CarbonNeutral® product certification option.
Emissions are 100% offset by well-recognized projects that support climate change and social benefits, helping organizations achieve their carbon emissions goals and neutralizing the impact of production.
With every purchase of this chair, the carbon emissions that we offset are equivalent to 480 miles driven by an average gasoline-powered vehicle.
(According to the EPA Greenhouse Gas Equivalencies Calculator).
CarbonNeutral® Steelcase Series 1, Product Environmental Profile
Designing for Sustainability
We’re working toward better futures for the planet by recognizing our role in climate change and reducing our environmental impact, to help build a more sustainable and resilient world.
We do this by
- Making, sourcing and delivering products that help reduce our carbon footprint
- Designing for circularity
- Choosing and using materials responsibly.
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Read More About Our Commitments to the Planet
To learn more about certifications, declarations, and specific sustainability product attributes see the Product Environmental Profile.
CarbonNeutral® Steelcase Series 1 Product Environmental Profile
Specifications
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Standard + Optional Features
Standard + Optional Features
STEELCASE SERIES 1 OPTIONS:
- Chair or stool
- 3D Microknit Back
- CarbonNeutral® product certification available
- 4D arms, height adjustable arms, armless
- Adjustable lumbar is standard
- Polished aluminum base
- Hard or soft casters
- Optional headrest (field installable)
- Optional coat hanger (field installable)
CARBONNEUTRAL® PRODUCT CERTIFIED STEELCASE SERIES 1
- Chair and Stool
- 4D arms, height-adjustable arms
- Adjustable lumbar
- Hard or soft casters
Global Availability
Global Availability
This product is available in the following regions:
- Asia Pacific
- North America
- South America
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If you’re interested in purchasing a product that’s not available in your region, please contact your local dealer for purchasing options.
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Dimensions
Dimensions
Chair
Back Width438mm
| Overall depth | 534mm to 603mm |
| Overall Width | 597mm to 686mm |
| Overall Height | 927mm to 1048mm |
| Seat Depth | 467mm |
| Functional Seat Depth | 400mm to 458mm |
| Seat Width | 488mm |
| Seat Height From Floor | 420mm to 547mm |
| Back Height From Seat | 547mm |
| Back Lumbar Height | 6 1/2"H - 8 3/4"H |
| Width Between Arms | 406mm to 508mm (356mm to 508mm including pivot) |
| Arm to Floor | 597mm to 819mm |
| Arm Height From Seat | 165mm to 292mm |
| Arm Cap Pivot Range | +/- 40º inward +/- 40º outward |
| Angle Between Seat and Back | 100º to 124º |
| Seat Pan Angle | 2º |
Stool
Back Width438mm
| Overall depth | 559mm to 616mm |
| Overall Width | 597mm to 686mm |
| Overall Height | 1118mm to 1366mm |
| Seat Depth | 470mm |
| Functional Seat Depth | 394mm to 458mm |
| Seat Width | 515mm |
| Seat Height From Floor | 642mm to 902mm |
| Back Height From Seat | 547mm |
| Back Lumbar Height | 6 1/2"H - 8 3/4"H |
| Width Between Arms | 406mm to 508mm (356mm to 508mm including pivot) |
| Arm to Floor | 819mm to 1175mm |
| Arm Height From Seat | 165mm to 292mm |
| Arm Cap Pivot Range | +/- 40º inward +/- 40º outward |
| Angle Between Seat and Back | 100º to 124º |
| Seat Pan Angle | 2º |
Warranty
Warranty
Durability
Steelcase Series 1 chair is durable enough to handle weight up to 400 lbs. Series 1 stool is durable enough to handle weight up to 300 lbs. Both are backed by the Steelcase Limited Lifetime warranty – 12 years, multi-shift, 24/7 parts and labor.
Product Range
Carbon Neutral 3D Microknit Back Chair
3D Microknit Back Chair
Headrest
Air Back Stool
3D Microknit Back Stool
Air Back Chair
Coat Hanger
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