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MONITOR ARMS - TERMINOLOGY
1 Type
Available as Pole or Gas Spring. Pole arms provide height
adjustment and an arm that pivots, whereas Gas Spring can
provide full motion movement.
2 Maximum Height
Arms have a maximum height they can be raised to, ensuring the
monitor is ergonomically positioned.
3 VESA Fitting
Also known as the Mounting Interface Standard (MIS), VESA is a
universal standard for mounting flat panel and other visual display
equipment. To avoid fixing issues, both the monitor arm and
monitor should be VESA compliant.
4 Maximum Screen Size and Load Capacity
A monitor arm can support up to a specific screen size without
being detrimental to usability. With dual arms, following this
guidance prevents monitors from overlapping.
5 Maximum Reach
The extension of the arm should be set at the correct ergonomic
depth for the user to ensure comfortable viewing and avoid eye
fatigue.
6 Cable Management
Integrated clips that allow cables to be organised and kept tidy.
7 Desk Fitting
Monitor Arms are either Clamp, Grommet or Free Standing.
It’s important to consider desk type and fixing method when
selecting a model.
Free-Standing
Simple to set up and easy
to move around
Clamp or Grommet
Provides extra security and
frees up vital desk space
The Solution
Achieve comfortable viewing.
Ensure your eyes are in line with
the top of your screen.
Tilt
The degree to
which a screen
can tilt directly
downwards or
upwards.
Pan
The degree to
which a screen
can pan left or
right.
Rotation
The degree to which the screen can be fully
rotated, to work from either landscape or
portrait positions.