Description
The Invacare Matrx Elite TR Backrest is a wheelchair back from Invacare's Matrx Seating line, made by Motion Concepts, for manual or power wheelchairs used in tilt-only or tilt/recline seating.
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Who is it for?
- The Matrx Elite TR Backrest suits a wheelchair user up to 300 lbs (136 kg) whose prescription calls for a foam back with a mild 3 inch contour on a chair that tilts, or tilts and reclines.
- Choose the right back in a seating assessment with an occupational therapist or physiotherapist.
Will it fit?
- Sizes: 15, 16, 17, 18, 19 or 20 in wide by 16, 18 or 20 in high. The part number is PBE plus width and height plus TR, so PBE1616-TR is 16 by 16 in.
- Back canes: 3/4 to 1 in (19 to 25 mm) outside diameter; the hardware fits canes up to 1 in wider or 1 in narrower than the back.
- The back is one contour depth at every size.
How does it work?
- The Matrx Elite TR is an aluminium shell padded with two foam layers: firm HR foam shaped into the 3 inch contour, with an extra layer of SuperSoft HR foam on top for immersion and comfort; an adjustable lumbo-sacral support is included.
- It mounts on the wheelchair's back canes with Invacare's Easy Set hardware, which is removable and adjusted with the person seated; depth travels 4 in (102 mm) and angle adjusts 20 degrees each way.
- Option hardware: Fixed hardware (FSSH), Extended Range hardware (ERMH) and Split hardware (SMH) are available at the time of order; Fixed hardware must be used for power seating. Laterals and a headrest adapter are ordered separately.
What are the care limits?
- The Meshtex cover is wiped clean rather than machine washed: wipe the knitted side with a damp cloth, remove soiling such as food or body fluids, and spot-clean with mild soap and water; no alcohol, bleach or phenols.
- The warranty is 2 years on materials and workmanship for the original purchaser; the cover is excluded.
How does it compare?
- The Matrx Elite Deep Backrest has a 6-inch contour.
- The Matrx MAC Backrest has an adjustable contour with dual-layer foam.
- The Matrx E2 3 inch contour is a rigid back with the same 3 in depth for other chairs.
Frequently asked questions
What is the difference between the Matrx Elite TR and the Matrx Elite Deep?
Elite TR has a 3-inch contour for tilt seating; Elite Deep has a 6-inch contour.
Is there a heavier-duty version of the Matrx Elite TR?
The Matrx Elite TRHD is the heavy-duty version, rated to 500 lbs (227 kg), and it uses the same 3 inch contour.
Is the Matrx Elite TR the right back for a tilt or tilt/recline wheelchair?
Invacare makes the Elite TR specifically for use in manual or power tilt-only and tilt/recline applications.
What should you know?
Funding may help: see who may help pay.
Custom and specially ordered backs are non-returnable; see our return policy.
See warranty service for claims.
Specifications
- Weight capacity
- 300 lbs (136 kg)
- Product weight
- 3.5 lbs (1.6 kg) and up, without hardware
- Sizes
- Width x height in inches: 15 to 20 wide by 16, 18 or 20 high
- Construction
- Aluminium shell with SuperSoft HR foam layered over firm HR foam
- Cover
- Meshtex cover, water-resistant and breathable; optional Protect Slipcover
- Cover care
- Wipe with a damp cloth and mild soap; no alcohol, bleach or phenols; no machine wash
- Adjustments
- 4" (102 mm) of depth and a 40 degree angle range (20 degrees each way), set with the user seated
- Custom sizes
- Sizes the maker does not hold in stock are ordered by quote
- Back width
- 15", 16", 17", 18", 19" or 20" (381 to 508 mm)
- Back height
- 16", 18" or 20" (406, 457 or 508 mm)
- Contour depth
- 3" (76 mm), fixed
- Lateral support
- Fixed, offset fixed or swing-away laterals, ordered separately
- Mounting hardware
- Easy Set hardware standard; Fixed, Extended Range and Split hardware optional
- Fits wheelchair widths
- Back canes 3/4" to 1" (19 to 25 mm); canes up to 1" wider or 1" narrower than the back
- Available colours
- Black
- Warranty
- 2 years, materials and workmanship, original purchaser; cover excluded
- Product type
- Foam wheelchair backrest for tilt and recline wheelchairs
- Use category
- Postural support in manual or power tilt-only and tilt/recline chairs
Figures from the manufacturer. Options and seat sizes can change them; we confirm yours before ordering.
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Delivery and service
Delivery and setup
We deliver and set up equipment across Toronto and the GTA, and show you how everything works. Custom and special-order products can take longer; we confirm timing with you before delivery.
Service and repairs
Our technicians service what we sell, at home or in our shop.
Try before you buy
Visit a showroom in Etobicoke or Brampton to try products first, or book a free home assessment.
Warranty
Mobility store warranty terms
These are Mobility's purchase and service policy terms, separate from any manufacturer warranty coverage.
1 year on parts.
Read the warranty and service policy for the full terms.
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