Motion Composites Apex Rigid Manual Wheelchair (PR21696)
Apex manual wheelchair - front angled view
https://ilcaustralia.org.au/products/21696
A lightweight rigid manual wheelchair available in aluminium alloy or carbon fibre. It includes built-in spirit level gauges and etched markings for adjustment of castor height, rear wheel position and seat to floor height. The wheelchair is highly customisable and is designed for the more active user
General Details
- Additional Specifications
Width calculator available at: http://www.motioncomposites.com/en/widthcalculator/
- Crash Test Information for Wheeled mobility devices
This wheeled mobility device meets the design requirements and has been successfully crash tested in accordance with ANZS/ISO 7176-19:2008 MOD. This standard relates to the design requirements specified for a wheeled mobility device to be used to transport an individual in a motor vehicle.
- Manufacturer/Country
- Motion Composites / Canada
- Websites
- Motion Composites Apex RMotion Composites Apex Rigid Manual Wheelchair - http://www.motioncomposites.com/en/apex-2/
Features
Accessories
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Wheelchair accessories:
- anti-tips
- clothing protectors/side panels
- positioning belts
- rear bag
- spoke guards
- under seat bag
Transport and Dismantling
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Wheelchair transport:
- backrest can be folded down for transport
- dismantles for transport
Brakes
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Manual Wheelchair brake options:
- an extended lever
- grade aid
- not mounted
- pulling towards occupant to lock
- scissor type
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Manual Wheelchair brakes:
- push to lock
Wheels
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Wheelchair castors:
- angle adjustable
- solid
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Wheelchair tyre options:
- fully customisable (a large range of wheels are available including high performance)
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Wheelchair tyres:
- pneumatic
- quick release axles
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Wheelchair castor options:
- pneumatic
Footplates
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Wheelchair footplates:
- aluminium
- one piece
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Wheelchair footplate options:
- angle adjustable
- fixed
- high mount
- lift up platform
- platform
Legrests
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Wheelchair legrests:
- covered
- length adjustable
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Wheelchair legrest options:
- impact guards
- leg strap
- tapered
Armrests
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Wheelchair armrest options:
- desk length
- full length
- height adjustable
- lift up
- sideguards
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Wheelchair armrests:
- optional
- removable
Push handles
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Manual Wheelchair push handle options:
- bicycle type
- no push handles
Headrest
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Wheelchair headrest options:
- contoured
- height adjustable
- removable
Backrest
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Wheelchair backrest options:
- angle adjustable (manually)
- a range of off-the-shelf backrest options available
- fixed height
- height adjustable
- no backrest (a large range of backrests can be fitted)
- tension adjustable
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Wheelchair backrest:
- folds down onto the seat for transport
- slung style
- stabiliser bar
Seat
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Wheelchair seat:
- angle adjustable
- height adjustable
- slung style
Frame
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Manual Wheelchair frame options:
- aluminium alloy
- carbon fibre
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Manual Wheelchair frame:
- lightweight
- rigid
- self propelling
Models / Specifications
- Model Apex Aluminium: Aluminium alloy frame with carbon fiber camber tube
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- Camber of Wheels 0.0, 2.0, 4.0, 6.0, or 8.0 degrees
- Width of Footrest 190 mm - 508 mm
- Angle of Legrest Hanger 70.0, 75.0, 80.0, 85.0, or 90.0 degrees
- Length of Legrest 385 mm - 485 mm
- Height of Armrest 205 mm - 355 mm
- Angle of Backrest 80.0, 83.0, 87.0, 90.0, 93.0, 96.0, 99.0, or 101.0 degrees
- Height of Backrest 230 mm - 535 mm
- Height of Seat from Ground 355 mm - 535 mm
- Depth of Seat 305 mm - 510 mm
- Width of Seat 305 mm - 510 mm
- Weight of Heaviest Part 7.7 kg (Standard weight - additional accessories will increase weight)
- Weight of Heaviest Part 4.9 kg (Frame only)
- Load Capacity (supplier stated) 113 kg
- Angle of Seat 0 degrees - 18 degrees
- Climbing Grade (angle) 5.7 degrees (10 degrees (17.63%) for ramps 3 metres or less + with attendant support)
- Width Overall 550 mm - 850 mm
- Diameter of Rear Wheel 20.0, 22.0, 24.0, 25.0, or 26.0 inch (508mm, 559mm, 610mm, 635mm, 660mm)
- Diameter of Front Wheel 3.0, 4.0, 5.0, or 6.0 inch (76mm, 102mm, 127mm, 152mm )
- Model Apex Carbon: Carbon fiber frame and components
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- Diameter of Front Wheel 3.0, 4.0, 5.0, or 6.0 inch (76mm, 102mm, 127mm, 152mm )
- Diameter of Rear Wheel 20.0, 22.0, 24.0, 25.0, or 26.0 inch (508mm, 559mm, 610mm, 635mm, 660mm)
- Angle of Backrest 80.0, 83.0, 87.0, 90.0, 93.0, 96.0, 99.0, or 101.0 degrees
- Angle of Legrest Hanger 70.0, 75.0, 80.0, 85.0, or 90.0 degrees
- Camber of Wheels 0.0, 2.0, 4.0, 6.0, or 8.0 degrees
- Climbing Grade (angle) 5.7 degrees (10 degrees (17.63%) for ramps 3 metres or less + with attendant support)
- Width Overall 550 mm - 850 mm
- Width of Footrest 190 mm - 508 mm
- Length of Legrest 385 mm - 485 mm
- Height of Armrest 205 mm - 355 mm
- Height of Backrest 230 mm - 535 mm
- Height of Seat 355 mm - 535 mm
- Depth of Seat 305 mm - 510 mm
- Width of Seat 305 mm - 510 mm
- Weight Overall 7 kg (Standard weight - additional accessories will increase weight)
- Weight of Heaviest Part 4.2 kg (Frame only)
- Load Capacity (supplier stated) 113 kg
- Angle of Seat 0 degrees - 18 degrees
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Images
Apex manual wheelchair - side view
Apex manual wheelchair - close up of castor housing and spirit level gauge
Apex manual wheelchair - close up of rigidiser bar and backrest
Maintenance
Refer to the supplier and manufacturer manual for maintenance instructions and safety warnings.
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 more information about standards see http://www.ilcaustralia.org.au/Using_Assistive_Technology/standards_regulation
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