Description
The Star Standard Air is a single chamber air cell wheelchair cushion from Star, now part of Etac. The interconnected neoprene cells shape around the buttocks and keep cell deformation low, and one valve sets the whole cushion. Etac's table lists 2, 3 and 4 in cell heights, and your quote states the height and item.
Sizes run from 13.5 x 13.5 in to 21 x 21 in. An occupational therapist or physiotherapist sets the air level in a seating assessment. The air cushion range covers the other chamber options.
Who is it for?
Etac names it for users with a low activity level, and for the prevention and care of pressure ulcers. The maker prints no maximum user weight: every item in the table reads Unlimited.
Which size fits the chair?
The cushion sizes suit wheelchair seat widths from 12 to 21 in, in bands of 12-14, 14-16, 16-17, 17-19 and 19-21 in. Send us the seat width and depth and we match the item.
How does the air work?
One chamber, one valve, so there is a single adjustment rather than a set of cells to balance one at a time. Etac says the cells follow small movements without compressing the tissue. Cell height is a choice: the 2 in items sit lower, the 4 in items higher, and the 3 in items come in two sizes.
Covers, care and returns
The cushion comes with a StarLock cover. Clean it with a 70% disinfectant solution, and hand wash at 40 C (104 F) maximum. A used cushion, or one that has touched the skin, is not returnable. Read the return policy.
Delivery and service
We set the air level and fit the cushion at delivery through a wheelchair configuration, and our service team looks after what we sell.
Funding
Funding may help: see who may help pay.
Frequently asked questions
How many valves does the cushion have?
One. The Standard Air is a single chamber cushion, so a single valve adjustment sets the whole surface.
How does cell height change the fit?
Etac says the higher cells redistribute pressure better. The 2 in items keep the seat height lower and the 4 in items sit higher, and the 3 in items come in two sizes. Your quote names the height and the item number.
Does the maker set a maximum user weight?
The maker prints no maximum user weight. Every item in the Standard Air table reads Unlimited.
Is the Star Sentinel included?
No. The Sentinel is a separate powered accessory, and the cushion ships with its StarLock cover.
Specifications
- Weight capacity
- No maximum user weight; the maker's item table reads Unlimited
- Seat width
- Suits wheelchair seat width 12 to 21 in, by item
- Cushion height
- Cell height 2 or 4 in; the item table also lists two 3 in items
- Sizes
- 13.5 x 13.5 in to 21 x 21 in; two metric items at 49 x 49 cm and 53 x 53 cm
- Construction
- Interconnected neoprene air cells in a single chamber, so one valve sets the cushion
- Cover
- StarLock textile cover; the maker prints no fabric specification
- Cover care
- 70% disinfectant solution; hand wash at 40 C (104 F) maximum
- Warranty
- 2 years against defects in workmanship and materials; exterior cover 1 year
- Product type
- Single chamber air cell wheelchair cushion
- Use category
- Skin protection and positioning
Figures from the manufacturer. Options and seat sizes can change them; we confirm yours before ordering.
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
1 year on parts.
Read the warranty and service policy for the full terms.
Questions about this product?
Talk to our team, try it in a showroom, or book a free home assessment. We help with sizing and funding.
