Short Description
The Beta is an abduction seating system with a roll seat design. It features tilt in space, a locking castor base, tray and a range of postural supports. It is available in two sizes to accommodate children in the approximate age range of 3 to 10 years.
Models
. Beta size 2 is for children in the approximate age range of 3 to 8 years.
. Beta size 3 is for children in the approximate age range of 5 to 10 years.
| Specification |
Beta 2 |
Beta 3 |
| Armrest Height (from seat) |
Unknown |
Unknown |
| Backrest Height |
From 390 mm to 495 mm |
From 430 mm to 535 mm |
| Load Capacity (supplier stated) |
25 kg |
32 kg |
| Seat Depth |
400 mm |
465 mm |
| Seat Height |
From 350 mm to 535 mm |
From 350 mm to 535 mm |
| Seat Width |
From 150 mm to 330 mm |
From 150 mm to 330 mm |
Additional Dimensions
Beta 2
Width 620 mm
Height (min) 1000 mm
Length 870 mm
Seat To Footplate 340 mm
Beta 3
Width 620 mm
Height (min) 1000 mm
Length 870 mm
Seat To Footplate (mm) 340
More Details
* The chair is able to be tilted forward in a prone position up to 15 degrees, and tilted backwards up to 25 degrees
* The overall height of the chair is also adjustable by a foot activated pedal at the rear of the frame
* A height adjustable push handle is featured at the rear of the backrest.
* The castors are 75mm in diameter of which the rear two are locking.
Headrest:
The headrest is adjustable in height, angle, width and depth.
Backrest:
* The backrest consists of two separate components being the upper backrest pad and the lumbar support pad. Both can be adjusted in height, angle and depth
* The upper backrest pad features a pair of thoracic supports which are adjustable in height and width.
* A chest strap is also included which is length adjustable and secures with a buckle clasp
* The backrest angle is adjustable separately from the seat. It adjusts up to 15 degrees forward and 15 degrees backward from vertical.
Seat
* The roll seat allows for different degrees of abduction within different postures. The degree of abduction can be set individually at each hip
* The two sides of the abduction roll seat are independently adjustable in angle
* Padded lap strap is length adjustable and secures with a buckle clasp
* Hip pads are width and angle adjustable.
Footrest
* The footrest consists of a hanger and two sandal foot supports which are individually adjustable in height and angle.
* The sandals can be flipped up out of the way when required.
Tray
A removable tray is secured onto the chair via the armrests. The position adjusts as one unit for height and angle.
Safety and Maintenance
Refer to supplier/manufacturer manual and instructions for all safety and maintenance details.
Place Of Manufacture
Jenx (UK)
Standards
Some assistive technology needs to meet Australian or other standards. Standards may relate to materials, manufacturing and installation. Products that meet Australian or international standards will have written certification. To find out if a product meets Australian Standards ask the supplier to show you the certificate. For a fact sheet about standards contact us or visit www.ilcaustralia.org/home/standards.asp
