5 Most Common Office Chair Tilt Mechanisms: How Office Chairs Recline

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If you've started your search for a new office chair, there's a good chance you've come across terms link synchro-tilt and knee tilt. But what do these terms even mean? What is an office chair mechanism? In this video, we answer all of these questions, while covering the most popular tilt functions on office chairs.
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@chatin3000 3 жыл бұрын

Great explanation. I just bought a new office chair and this helped. Thank you!

@PatrikMik8080 3 жыл бұрын

This was veeery helpful!! I bought a chair with multifunction mechanism and I couldn't understand why it was tilted forward which was a little bit uncomfortable for me. Finally I could understand it and changed it!!!

@btodtv 3 жыл бұрын

Great to hear! Glad you found this video helpful, thanks for watching! -TK

@tigerfalco 3 жыл бұрын

Well, I appreciate this video. My favorite chair broke recently, and I wanted to get another chair that could lean back like it does. It was a center tilt style chair (I learned from watching this video). My chair had the seat and back connected, so it all tilted together. It tilted pretty far back, enough so that my feet could come all the way off the ground. Me being over 6ft, it's pretty nice to be able to lean back that far, it was like being in a hammock. Now hopefully I can find a center tilt chair that does the same.

@btodtv 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you. Sorry to hear about your chair! -GK

@nvmffs Жыл бұрын

Center tilt is the best, don't know why people call them cheap and low-end. Tall people like you and me appreciate them.

@protojager 4 жыл бұрын

I just got a multifunction, and it might be the exact one in the video, i love it, i like tilting the seat itself forwards and the rest back so i can sit with my body a little straighter.

@perryjack5591 3 жыл бұрын

muchos gracias amigos. Synchro-tilt seems to be the one I'm looking for, task-chair weight sensitive one seems pretty slick tho.

@debracorbo3404 3 жыл бұрын

Finally! I have it all explained to me. With opting to purchase online due to COVID, this was SO helpful. Thank you!

@btodtv 3 жыл бұрын

Glad we could help! Thanks for watching! -TK

@skoulikantera 4 жыл бұрын

very very informative and helpul. keep these vids coming

@btodtv 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you! -GK

@priyankasoni1104 3 жыл бұрын

Indeed, very informative video... 👍👍.Can you explain about butterfly mechanisms? Also from the list you explained, which mechanisms is the most comfortable for long working hours, with the 💻 PC???

@vmipsychmajor 4 жыл бұрын

This was very informative, thank you!

@btodtv 4 жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful! -GK

@Youtuber_2.4.6.8. 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for sharing. It's really helpful. ♥

@rowd8343 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you, this was very useful for making the right decision, thanks so much and keep doing this.

@btodtv 3 жыл бұрын

Glad we could help! Thanks for watching! - TK

@Heathensauce 3 жыл бұрын

This was extremely helpful, like button SMASHED.

@zephyrdreamer 3 жыл бұрын

Why am I up at 3 in the morning watching this?

@btodtv 3 жыл бұрын

Not sure, but we appreciate it! -GK

@vaderggs 3 жыл бұрын

Idk man it’s 4am and I’m here

@chrissucksween 3 жыл бұрын

cuz ur a nerd

@jamesmcluvlee 3 жыл бұрын

Because a good chair is very important!!

@aidenc7271 2 жыл бұрын

I am to man

@Lindenyasuo 3 жыл бұрын

so unlocking your chari tilt and rocking back sometimes i good for you. if I had to stay in a position for a long time, would it be better to lean back in an unlocked chair or lean back in a chair thats locked to about 110 degrees?

@heiferman 3 жыл бұрын

what's the multifunction chair that is featured in the video? a link to buy it? thanks for this video

@TheIcemanModdeler 2 жыл бұрын

Im looking for chairs with forward tilt, multifunction mechanism seems to be what im looking for, what is the angle it can tilt forward?

@wesleywesley3012 Жыл бұрын

thank you so much for making this video

@umersiddidy 3 жыл бұрын

hi, i found this video finding how tilt mechanism on sidiz t 50 works. this is the only information i have found yet on how it works. my problem is that when i try to add tension to t50 tilt mechanism , after few turns of lever and before reaching desired tension i hear a big bang from inside the mechanism and lever become free. am i doing any thing wrong? is it a know problem with t50? should i try to replace the chair from amazon or just get some other chair. sorry for hijacking this forum but kinda desperate now

@SaaraTota 3 жыл бұрын

Does Synchro Tilt also have the same options as the Multifunction, where you can lock in at any seat tilt?

@angelanguyen3503 3 жыл бұрын

so helpful, thank babe

@ViolentCriminalOrganization Жыл бұрын

great video! i was wondering what the term was for the center tilt mechanism, then i ended up discovering knee tilt

@Eastbaypisces 4 жыл бұрын

I want one that easily tilts back and far back and is still comfortable , what would u suggest?

@sakeachyuthagangadhara4471 3 жыл бұрын

GOOD information sir

@christofrr 3 жыл бұрын

There are a lot of chairs on the market that have the recline mechanism, as a handle on one side of the back of the chair, as it locks on only one side of the back part of the chair. Do these tend to tilt to one side as only one side is locked against the weight being applied?

@noob.168 3 жыл бұрын

my tilt tension adjustment knob (synchro) is stuck. any tips?

@ieishab6423 2 жыл бұрын

Does the first model go up and down? I have one of these old basic models at work but I can’t get it higher! I feel like I’m too low to the ground. It only has a knob on the bottom.

@LMAO-ef3ip 3 жыл бұрын

which one would a Synchro Tilt come under? thanks!

@tsv6505 Жыл бұрын

hello thanks for the video any recommendation of ergonomic chair for a 260 lb person with tailbone and back pain and many hours of sitting any particular chair mechanism and price less than $700 thanks

@xophaser 3 жыл бұрын

#1-3 are standard chairs, I been sitting in these at home most of my life. #4 is the ergo chair type, some offices has. #5 is the best I just got one yesterday. Humanscale freedom with headrest. No longer does reclining affects my knees or butt moving forward or up. So natural, just hope the tension lasts many years. I spent a lot of money and I am not even thinking about it. But everybody is different. I have a bad back from working at home on cheap chair, so got to get it right on a chair you spend a lot of hours on. Do not cheap out (maybe luxury item but not features.)

@TomNiemiec 4 жыл бұрын

Hey! Could you please recommend knee-tilt options other then Omega? Appreciate it!

@dustycolombo6487 2 жыл бұрын

I found and own a tilt mechanism not covered anywhere on youtube at all,,, I have a peroine office chair a big heavy duty chair but the locking mechanism which they say " Seat-side cable actuated levers let you raise or lower your seat and rock back in your chair. Awesome tilt tension knob underneath the seat to adjust the flexibility of rocking back in your chair" this cable seems almost like a motorcycle brake system or like a older car door with the tension cable,, that part is broken and the chair is only 6 months old i have no clue how to fix this can you help?

@wesleywesley3012 Жыл бұрын

What type of tilt mechanism does the Herman Miller Aeron have?

@michaellieberman9419 Жыл бұрын

Can anyone provide a list of chairs that have weight sensitive recline besides Humanscale?

@lindajohnson4676 3 жыл бұрын

Please share who might benefit from the forward tilt position.

@Nigel__ 3 жыл бұрын

Lol! I’ve wondered the same thing.

@markfalina9160 3 жыл бұрын

In a multi-function chair, why is there a forward tilt mechanism? My understanding is that bending forward is not a "healthy" position and should be avoided. Also, why are so many positions based upon comfort? When I took physical therapy many required exercises were needed yet not the most comfortable. How can you tell the most "healthy" position? Video was certainly helpful/informative.

@joeoliveira1843 4 жыл бұрын

Hello great video as always. I have come across something called a 24-hour mechanism. Does anyone know where that fits in these category styles? I found this type when configuring the tCentric by ergoCentric

@btodtv 4 жыл бұрын

That just means that the chair is suitable for round the clock use 24/7. This would be a good choice for dispatch and call center type applications. -RB

@vaakdemandante8772 9 ай бұрын

Yeah, tried those weight-activated chairs and they are awful. You need to put energy into the swivel motion which keeps you in tension ALL the time. I bet many people say they are comfortable in them, just because those chairs are expensive - it's a known bias. The truth is, the swivel motion does not feel and does not look natural - the video makes this extremely clear and I can confirm it is the case. If there was a knee tilt type of chair coupled with flexibility of the multi-function one I'd buy it in a heartbeat but I don't know any model that has this mix of tilt/swivel types.

@Haplo-san 5 ай бұрын

Is Haworth Zody a synchro mechanism? Are the all mechanism the same of these 5 no matter which chair you buy?

@len518 3 жыл бұрын

I have a old office chair and it has a mechanism that I don’t understand. Could I get in touch with you in any way possible

@stevecole6485 Жыл бұрын

Good explanations in the video. But I still can’t find the style im looking for. Just a plain padded seat separate from the back that let’s you lean back a little without moving the seat.

@King-Khan 3 жыл бұрын

Is there any mechanism that has both rocking and has a lever to recline back with a foot rest? I’m on a life long search!! Please let me know if you know any!

@darkguardian1314 2 жыл бұрын

Knee Tilt is just change in body point. Thanks Saved me $100 additional charge on a chair.

@colla555 3 жыл бұрын

Could it be that organic mechanisms without mechanics like in the Herman Miller Cosm can hurt your legs a bit more? I experienced this in an Interstuhl Pure that uses a similar mechanism that is based on a tension material. And because of always sitting in it slightly laid-back I felt an uncomfortable pressure on the underside of my thighs.

@btodtv 3 жыл бұрын

It’s probably a combination of things -GK

@11MySituation 3 жыл бұрын

My gaming chair is by Ferghana and I love it but for some reason now it won’t stay locked upright and if I sit back it leans back. Can someone help me

@NotGoodAtYoutube 3 жыл бұрын

How do you adjust the seat pan depth for the chair at 1:32

@btodtv 3 жыл бұрын

The backrest is depth adjustable, which mimics what a seat slider function does on a chair, by allowing you to move back or forward in the chair -GK

@hifce 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you for this video. It was a really professional one. I had a question: sorry, I might have missed but what's the best chair type for those who code or design for long-hours in front of a computer?

@timclark5435 4 жыл бұрын

I'm an IT worker, and if the corona quarantine has taught me one thing, it's that 'gaming' chairs are amazing upgrades from standard 'office' and task chairs. the trick is finding one that fits your frame correctly, but the overall experience has been like sitting in a very comfortable car on a long drive.

@hifce 4 жыл бұрын

@@timclark5435 Thank you Tim! I appreciate the reply! I kinda did buy a gaming chair after asking this question and I totally agree with you. I wish I purchased one way sooner.

@zkmoonea 4 жыл бұрын

@@timclark5435 do you have any personal favorite for gaming chair specifically?

@timclark5435 4 жыл бұрын

@@zkmoonea I settled in on the AKRacing AKRACING CORE SERIES EX-WIDE for three reasons: First, they have a wider XL version, and I'm very broad in the hips and shoulders (TBH, I'm a bit pudgy, but the width is mostly my frame, at 5'10" I have same the shoulder width of a friend who is 6'4") - I found that the wings on a lot of standard gaming chairs poked at my shoulders, and encouraged me to hunch forward after a couple minutes. Second, the AKracing chairs come in a fabric covered model, which I find more comfortable overall than vinyl or leather. Third: Of the two brands that were 'finalists' on my shopping trip, the AKRacing was in stock, and I needed a chair ASAP - My regular desk chair had completely broken - it was a mesh seat one, and one side of the seat frame failed (after like 8 years. RIP, faithful arse rest!)

@zkmoonea 4 жыл бұрын

@@timclark5435 thx man for your recommendation. I now have a couple chairs including classic aeron size c and capisco puls. ive tried the leap but the back was too low for me since Im about 6'0" but with a long torso and neck that definitely should not grow on me hahahaha. i feel like at this point im still in need of a chair with a backrest thats high enough to rest my shoulders on, and with a seat pan thats wide and cusionny and made with real solid material. because i feel like man spreading from time to time, but the aeron does not allow this motion as much and the mesh will feel uncomfortable if I occasionally just want to sit at the front portion of the seat.

@akwingnut71 3 жыл бұрын

What type of chair would you think is better, I like to seat perched, so at times there is a pain that shoots through the upper thigh, what type of mechanism style chair would be better for this. Thank you

@btodtv 3 жыл бұрын

Try finding a chair with forward tilt. The Herman Miller Aeron features forward tilt. This helps alleviate pressure on the backs of your legs while you are perching. Hope this helps! -TK

@syunukiya 3 жыл бұрын

Can you tell me the benefit of reclining/rocking a chair every now and then vs being in a 90 degree all the time?

@btodtv 3 жыл бұрын

Staying in one position is never a good idea. Reclining and/or rocking provides an opportunity for users to move and even stretch while in their chair. -GK

@anil.yuvali 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks BTOD. Great video as always. I just have one question. Doesn't Secretlab chair also have multifunction tilt mechanism? The backrest and seat can be tilted independently of each other. Am I missing something?

@duratoke Жыл бұрын

Please provide a link to this chair, because I've never found one, but would like to check it out.

@andrewschroder7262 Ай бұрын

I’m looking for a chair that only tilts in the back. I don’t want the seat to tilt with it. Anyone know what this is called?

@NathanielJordan85 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for helping me find the name for a part I wanted to order, for that I'll help you break 1k likes!

@joerireynaert8807 4 жыл бұрын

Great video, I am designing an office chair at the moment and this was very useful.

@btodtv 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks! I'm glad you found it useful! - RB

3 жыл бұрын

Glad I'm not the only one trying to design my own office chair.

@silverssonyoutube8438 3 жыл бұрын

Multi function is the best

@besayan2764 2 жыл бұрын

Which is best for heavy people ?

@Smood47 4 жыл бұрын

7:20 the nightingale looks awesome. I am debating between that and the Global Concorde

@AsyncVoid 2 жыл бұрын

Take a drink every time he says office chair

@btodtv 2 жыл бұрын

Seems like a bad idea when watching a video about office chairs? 🤔

@miyaskies 3 жыл бұрын

What kind of mechanism does a reclining chair have?

@dyfoh Жыл бұрын

Is there anyway i can get the upper part of my chair to stop moving when i flick my mouse

@josephramen2379 4 жыл бұрын

I baught a chair and it rocks forward how may I fix that?

@btodtv 4 жыл бұрын

Depends what chair it is? -GK

@spinster4000 4 жыл бұрын

Ive had my desktop chair for over a year now, and every now and again it wont lean back, and then 5 minutes later it leans back again. I dont know why or how and what to do to fix it,

@stasiabv6 3 жыл бұрын

My chair leans forward. :D I guess the chair wasn't assembled correctly. :\

@Studio7g 3 жыл бұрын

im so lost... i literally bought 4 office chairs because it always gets broken after a few months, i dont have the money to buy a chair every 2 months... could you recommend me an office chair that doesnt beginn to sink? it should be shipable to the EU (austria) and my budget is less than 200$, would greatly appreciate for some tips ;D

@tt.653 3 жыл бұрын

My chair is making cranky noise what to do

@jayex3941 4 жыл бұрын

Do chairs break when we tilt

@btodtv 4 жыл бұрын

They can -GK

@carlosvile9832 3 жыл бұрын

Did you notice that the tilt control mechanisms the last 10 years suck? With these, there is a cylindrical piece that is soldered to the plate. That solder is supposed to hold all the weight and undoubtedly cracks after 18 months, resulting in the chair not even standing right. It rocks from side to side. Pathetic. the old tilt control mechanisms have the soldered cylindrical piece going through 2 plates, an inch apart. Any solutions?

@benceboczer8083 3 жыл бұрын

Are knee-tilt mechanisms capable to be locked in a reclined position?

@btodtv 3 жыл бұрын

Yes -GK

@bouncyorange 4 жыл бұрын

Feel like I’m the only one here that came to add this to a couch...

@btodtv 4 жыл бұрын

Wow. That would be interesting! -GK

@bouncyorange 4 жыл бұрын

Holy crap my comment was seen

@sopek1427 3 жыл бұрын

Surprised to see a secretlab in the video

@btodtv 3 жыл бұрын

Just trying to keep you on your toes! Thanks for watching -GK

@BoredGeese 3 жыл бұрын

I like the last one, but will not check the price. The design is soooo minimalistic.

@limitededition3295 Жыл бұрын

I was just tilting in my gaming chair when my brain said wait how does it work?!

@dartme18 4 жыл бұрын

I'm looking for an office chair that doesn't have arm rests and doesn't recline. Any ideas? ^_^

@BandsBoss 4 жыл бұрын

Get one with removable armrests, most chairs backs can be locked in position so you can always control reclining

@dartme18 4 жыл бұрын

@@BandsBoss My problem has always been that the "locked" setting is never quite fully locked: it always wiggles just a bit. Do you know of a chair that doesn't wiggle but stays quite perfectly locked?

@xtremescy 3 жыл бұрын

Great video v annoying loud background music though

@satwikkumar6283 4 жыл бұрын

pewdiepie: But can you do this!!!!?

@marzero116 Жыл бұрын

HOW ARE THERE NO VIDEOS on how to fix a tilt lock mechanism wont lock in place...... this is the first time youtube has failed me in finding a diy repair guide.

@guiltychild6948 Ай бұрын

same here 😅 did you find one?

@GTgaming69 2 жыл бұрын

Really wish i wouldve learned abt this before buying my new chair a few months back, its mesh, ergonomic, has good lumbar support, and a footrest, but the recline is god awful. I can adjust the back if i raise a lever then lock it into place, but the seat never moves at all and the back not unless that level is up. Horrible system

@waltercrook4858 3 жыл бұрын

In a video on "...How Office Chairs Recline," wouldn't it make sense to show HOW to recline a swivel chair?

@mail06513 3 жыл бұрын

I wished I watched this video before I bought my $89 office chair :(

@qrzupsjohnson707 9 ай бұрын

Knee tilt is where it’s at

@xXSinForLifeXx 2 жыл бұрын

Sadly I prefer the rocking feature of cheaper chairs :( Just bought a nice chair but it's doesn't rock it only tilts the back half of the chair.

@ayeshand 3 жыл бұрын

You missed how to adjust the cheap ones?

@ethanscales1049 4 жыл бұрын

The number of likes is how many times this guy says mechanism

@jaqf 3 жыл бұрын

why is the music so loud

@Kristixn 4 жыл бұрын

My chair goes all the way back and I can’t move the swivel I took it apart and am now more lost

@victorneyra1206 4 жыл бұрын

i came here to find out what is the front knob is for...is guess not

@magic_cfw 4 жыл бұрын

from the chairs I used, it makes the tension of tilting mechanisms stronger or weaker. though check for yourself

@sorh 3 жыл бұрын

here I am watching videos of 500$ chairs when I can only afford 50$ ones.

@lorefreedom6386 4 жыл бұрын

My desk chair feels like I’m falling out,hate it.

@btodtv 4 жыл бұрын

That is not a good thing. It could potentially be stuck in a forward tilt if it has the feature. -GK

@lorefreedom6386 4 жыл бұрын

BTOD.com it’s brand new

@michaellieberman5404 18 күн бұрын

I can't adjust a multi-function chair to save my life.

@manologitech 3 жыл бұрын

Better would be without music. Music makes hard to hear explanations.

@LMAO-ef3ip Жыл бұрын

lul

@GoatzombieBubba 4 ай бұрын

music is loud and annoying.

@p_akistani1687 3 жыл бұрын

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