Motion Composites Apex C Rigid Manual Wheelchair
The Apex Carbon wheelchair by Motion Composites belongs to a new era of rigid wheelchairs. A balanced blend of technology and design, it is the ultimate in lightness, durability, flexibility and style. An high-end technology and all the advantages of carbon fibre in a modern-looking, fully adjustable chair.
Made of the industry’s most advanced materials, the Apex Carbon wheelchair is truly state-of-the-art. The use of carbon fibre makes it incredibly light, while the cantilever frame provides optimal comfort by absorbing shocks and vibrations. A transport weight of 4.5kg ensures agile transportation and movement for well-being at all times. Carbon fibre has the unique quality of being one of the strongest, yet lightest materials on earth. It also has superior fatigue resistance and can withstand extreme temperatures. This ensures exceptional durability for a chair that will serve you for many years to come.
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Features:
A lightness that redefines preconceived notions of rigid wheelchairs
Made of the industry’s most advanced materials, the Apex Carbon wheelchair is truly state-of-the-art. The use of carbon fibre makes it incredibly light, while the canteliver frame provides optimal comfort by absorbing shocks and vibrations. A transport weight of 4.4kg ensuring agile transportation and movement for well-being at all times.
Optimised handling
The rigidising bar unique to the Apex model maximises stability while preserving reactivity. This sturdiness reduces lateral movement and offers optimal propulsion for greater mobility.
Bold, modern and refined design
While technology and function are important, so are design and aesthetics. Each detail of the Apex Carbon chair has been carefully considered and thoughtfully designed to create a head-turning chair that challenges all wheelchair stereotypes.
Perfected materials
Carbon fibre has the unique quality of being one of the strongest, yet lightest materials on earth. It also has superior fatigue resistance and can withstand extreme temperatures. This ensures exceptional durability for a chair that will serve you for many years to come.
Infinitely adjustable
The Apex Carbon wheelchair offers a wide range of settings for a completely customised experience. Fully modular, the back angle, seat-to-floor height and rear wheel positions can all be adjusted for your comfort. Laser-etched markings make it easier to adjust key components and specify exact positioning.
Technologies:
T700 High Tensile Strength Carbon Fibre
One of the lightest and sturdiest material available, also renowned for its vibration damping properties.
Integrated Impact Guard with Top Grip
Prevents daily use scratches to the front of the frame. Adds high friction grip for transfers. Protects vulnerable areas of lower extremities.
Clamped Rigidising System
Patented modular system that enhances versatility and rear frame stiffness.
Standard Carbon Fibre Camber Tube
Provides a responsive ride without added weight.
Laser Etched Markings
Allow for quick and easy symmetrical adjustments.
Bubble Levels
Built-in highly accurate and calibrated gauges make caster adjustments quick and precise.
Newton Accessories
Parts and accessories are designed to be lighter with improved functionality.
Technical Specifications
| Frame | Rigid |
| Material | T700 High-tensile strength carbon fiber |
| Weight limit | 120kg |
| Transport weight | 4.4 kg (16" x 16" without rear wheels, wheel locks, armrests, cushion and anti-tippers). Lightest configuration: 7.8 kg without wheel locks and wheels) |
| Seat width | 12 - 20 inches | 30.5 - 50.8 cm |
| Seat depth | 12 - 20 inches | 30.5 - 50.8 cm |
| Front seat height | 14 - 21 inches | 35.6 - 53.3 cm |
| Rear seat height | 14 - 20 inches | 35.6 - 50.8 cm |
| Back height | 9 - 21 inches | 22.9 - 53.3cm |
| Armrest height | 8 - 14 inches | 20.3 - 35.6cm |
| Front frame angle | 70° | 75° | 80° | 85° | 90° |
| Back angle | 80° to 101° |
| Wheel camber | 0° | 2° | 4° | 6° | 8° |
| Centre of gravity | 0 - 6 inches | 0 - 15.2cm |
| Overall width | 47.6cm minimum to 80cm maximum |
Warranty Information
Motion Composites warrants the carbon wheelchair frame and carbon fibre cross-brace against defects in materials and workmanship for life. Motion Composites warrants the Aluminium wheelchair frame and cross-brace against defects in materials and workmanship for five years from the date of purchase.
Motion Composites warrants all Motion Composites-made components against defects in materials and workmanship for two years from the date of purchase. In addition the following items are covered under warranty for 30 days; tires and tubes for front or rear wheels, cushions, seat slings, seat upholstery, standard back upholstery, armrest, push-handle grips.
This warranty does not cover damage arising from normal wear and tear, misuse or abuse, unauthorised modifications, improper repairs, exceeding the maximum weight capacity, using the wheelchair as a weight training apparatus or misuse of the Transit Tie-Down System. The warranty is limited to the first user and is not transferable. The shelf life or use life of the wheelchairs and their components could vary pending on the, practice, treatment, handling and frequency of use. Exposure to sun, heat, and water could affect the life of the wheelchair.
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Product Compliance with Relevant Standards
The Motion Composites Apex C has been tested to and complies with the following standards:
- AS/NZS3695.1:2011
- ISO7176-1
- ISO7176-5
- ISO7176-8
- ISO7176-11
- ISO7176-15
ARTG Certificate: 147047
