Humanscale Freedom Task Chair

Winner of 10 design awards to date—including the Design Distinction Award in the prestigious ID Design Review 2000 competition—the Freedom chair by Niels Diffrient has revolutionized the task chair industry. Its weight-sensitive recline and synchronously adjustable armrests set new standards for task chair performance and functionality to keep the sitter exceptionally comfortable while also lowering the risk of long-term injury.

Features

Standard Features

Self-Adjusting Recline

Intelligent counter-balance recline mechanism automatically provides the right amount
of support through the full range of recline motion, regardless of user size and weight
No tension springs to adjust
No recline locks to set/release
During recline, the angle between torso and legs opens up for better body function
User maintains near-constant eye level during recline

Pivoting Backrest

Extra motion of the backrest during recline automatically adjusts to the changing needs
of the spine
Provides up to 1” additional lumbar support when needed

Synchronous Armrests

Revolutionary armrests move in tandem to eliminate uneven arm positioning
Natural lift and release action for immediate repositioning without buttons or locks
6” range of vertical motion to accommodate all users and tasks
Can be positioned below thigh level for close table or desk work
Attached to backrest so arms stay in same relation to body during recline
Duron arm pad for durability and comfort

Standard Cylinder

Provides seat height range that accommodates 95% of the population

Contoured Cushions

Carefully sculpted to match body contours
Increased contact area reduces pressure points
Modular for easy replacement

Body Fit

Size adjustable to fit more than 95% of the population
Adjustments for fit-to-size:
Seat Height: 5” adjustment range
Seat Depth: 2.25” adjustment range
Backrest/Lumbar Support Height: 3” adjustment range

Hard Casters

2.5” double-wheel casters for carpeted floors

Optional Features

Dynamic Headrest

Position-sensitive headrest moves into place when you recline and out of the way when you sit upright
5” vertical adjustment to fit all users
Moves in the natural arc of head/neck for perfect support through range of recline
Contoured to cradle the head and neck in comfort

Gel Seat Cushion

Non-degradable, non-compressible Technogel® layer on top of foam core
Provides maximum pressure distribution
Offers unmatched, long-term comfort

Arm Pad Option

Flexible Duron
Technogel® for optimal comfort

Cylinder Options

Low cylinder for small users
Tall cylinder for very tall users
High cylinder with foot ring
Extra-high cylinder with foot ring (Saddle seat only)

Foot Ring

Chrome finish
Height-adjustable
Caster Options
2.5” soft double-wheel casters for hard floors
Non-rolling glides for fixed-location use
2.5” locking casters

Fireproofing

CAL 133-approved
Fireproof barrier between textile and foam
Fire-retardant plastics

Specifications

Scope of Users

Standard chair fits more than 95% of the office population
  5’0” Woman to 6'4' Man
  100 to 300 lbs.
Users outside the standard range can be accommodated by
  Low or Tall Cylinder
  Advanced Armrests

Weight: 35 lbs.

Backrest Recline: 22° recline plus 7° backrest tilt 

Reference Angle betwen Seat and Back: 100° to 129° 

Advanced Task Armrests

Horizontal angle change from elbow pivot point
35° each armrest
Lockable in 5° increments
New arm assembly features clean aesthetic and improves efficiency of use,
allowing the user to adjust the arms with just one hand

Headrest Radial Motion (automatic motion during recline): 30°

Lumbar Support Increase in Recline: 1"

Warranty Information

15 Years, 24/7 Warranty
Fabric/Cushions/Arm Pads: 5 Years, Single-Shift Warranty

Sustainability

We work hard to ensure that our environmental philosophy is reflected in each product we create. With our Design for Environment protocol, our designers and engineers examine the environmental impact of every choice made throughout the design process—from initial concept through final production. We invite you to read more.

A selection of sustainability highlights for Freedom Task:

Recycled content: 29% post-consumer, 18% pre-consumer
Weighs as little as 43 pounds, minimizing resources used in shipping
Modular cushions for easy replacement
Learn more about how we work to extend the life of our products through both design and engineering so they won’t need to be replaced often
Designed for easy disassembly with clear recycling instructions
Ships in packaging that contains recycled content or blanket-wrapped, when feasible
GREENGUARD Indoor Air Quality and GREENGUARD Gold certified
ANSI/BIFMA level® 2 certified

Textiles

Instructions

Freedom Custom Fit Instructions (Interactive)

Installation Instructions

Freedom Hang Tag (PDF)
Freedom Arm Replacement Instructions (PDF)
Seating Parts and Repair Manual (PDF)

Freedom Task Chair Options

Armrests/Armpad

0 - Armless
1 - Standard Duron Arms + 117
2 - Standard Duron Arms with Textile +145
3 - Advanced Duron Arms +212
4 - Advanced Duron Arms with Textile +240
X - Standard Deron Gel Arms +151
M - Standard Gel Arms with Textile + 179
D - Advanced Duron Gel Arms +246
C - Advanced Gel Arms with Texile +274

Frame Colour

G - Graphite
T - Titanium
A - Polished aluminum with Graphite Trime +252
M - Polished aluminum with Titanium Trim +252

Textile

V - Vellum +23
S - Squiggle/ Vertical
G - Squiggle/ Horizontal
W - Wave +23
K - Lotus +23
B - Bridget Stripe/ Vertical +84
H - Bridget Stripe/ Horizontal +84
F - Ginkgo +84
D - Sensuede +191
E - Promessa +191
Z - Vicenza Leather +741
R - Cervo Leather +1669
Q - Bizon +815

Textile Colour

Black
Miso
Terra

Box Stitching

N - Noir
E - Expresso
M - Midnight
C - Coffee
O - Oak
T - Tan
A - Cocoa
V - Vanilla

Seat Type

Standard Faom Pan
G - Gel Seat +83

Cylinder Height

Standard cylinder - 5"
L - Low cylinder - 3.75" +29
T - Tall cylinder - 5" +41
F - High 8" + 18" foot ring +123
R - High 8" clinder + 21" foot ring +170
A - 3" Return to height cylinder +48

Casters

Standard casters
S - Soft casters +24
G - Glides +24
K - Locking casters +123

Fire Proofing

None - standard plastics & foams
C - CAL 133-Approved plastics & foams +65

Base Upgrade

Standard matching base
M - Powder aluminum base +54 
A - Polished aluminum base +156 

Note: Check Freedom Task Chair configurator

Assessories

Standard Duron Arm Pads (Pair)
SKU: FA

Standard Duron Gel Arm Pads (Pair)
SKU: FX

Coat Hanger Kit
SKU: FTASK_COAT_HANGER

Humanscale Freedom Task Chair Quick Ship

Features

Revolutionary counter-balance mechanism provides perfect recline resistance for all users–automatically Synchronous armrests move up and down together and staywith you during recline for supported balance Independently adjustable seat and backrest fit virtually any body size.

Weight: 34 lbs
Chair Width: 27.25"
Base Width: 25"
Warranty: Textiles & Cushions – 5 years of single shift use; All other components – 15 years 24/7 use

Configuration details

F111- Freedom Task Chair, Standard Duron Arms
G-Graphite Frame
W- Wave
101- Black
- No Leather Stitching
- Standard Foam Seat
- Standard 5" Cylinder
- Standard Hard Casters
- Standard Foams and Plastics
- Individually Boxed

Sustainability

Made predominantly of aluminum, followed by steel and plastic
Contains 62% recycled content (43% post-consumer, 19% pre-consumer)
90% recyclable
Weighs only 34 lbs.
Made of 132 parts (comparable chairs are made of up to 250 parts)
Modular cushions for easy replacement
Designed for easy disassembly
Ships in 85% recycled packaging, or blanket-wrapped when feasible
Greenguard certified
Adjustable Duron arms
Graphite frame and standard matching base
Foam seat pan
Standard 3" carpet casters
5” cylinder

Freedom Task Chair Quick ship options

Features

Revolutionary counter-balance mechanism provides perfect recline resistance for all users–automatically Synchronous armrests move up and down together and stay with you during recline for supported balance Independently adjustable seat and backrest fit virtually any body size

Specifications

Weight: 34 lbs
Chair Width: 27.25"
Base Width: 25"
Warranty: Textiles & Cushions – 5 years of single shift use; All other components – 15 years 24/7 use

Configuration details

F111- Freedom Task Chair, Standard Duron Arms
G-Graphite Frame
V- Vellum
102 - Graphite
- No Leather Stitching
- Standard Foam Seat
- Standard 5" Cylinder
- Standard Hard Casters
- Standard Foams and Plastics
- Individually Boxed

Sustainability

The Freedom Chair is a great example of Humanscale’s environmental purpose.
Made predominantly of aluminum, followed by steel and plastic
Contains 62% recycled content (43% post-consumer, 19% pre-consumer)
90% recyclable
Weighs only 34 lbs
Made of 132 parts (comparable chairs are made of up to 250 parts)
Modular cushions for easy replacement
Designed for easy disassembly
Ships in 85% recycled packaging, or blanket-wrapped when feasible
Greenguard certified
Adjustable Duron arms
Graphite frame and standard matching base
Foam seat pan
Standard 3" carpet casters
5” cylinder

SKU: F111GW101 - Freedom Task Chair, Wave Black
SKU: F111GV101 - Freedom Task Chair, Vellum Black
SKU: F111GV102 - Freedom Task Chair, Vellum Graphite
SKU: F111GV507 - Freedom Task Chair, Vellum Navy
SKU: F111GW102 - Freedom Task Chair, Wave Graphite
SKU: F111GW507 - Freedom Task Chair, Wave Navy