The E2 Articulating Monitor Arm features a fresh modern stylistic presentation from Innovative HAT. It retains the advanced ergonomic capabilities - effortless height adjustment, full articulation at multiple points, full tilt and pan capabilities - that are hallmarks of Innovative HAT monitor solutions, all backed with a 10-year warranty. Those who desire a high degree of clearance over items on their desk will appreciate the fixed-angle lower arm that provides the initial elevation. The articulating upper portion articulates from the top of the lower arm and offers a full 13.3" of vertical adjustment.
The E2 Articulating arm features robust construction for durability and employs a gas-cylinder lift mechanism that results in virtually effortless height adjustment. The articulating joints are machined to ensure monitor stability yet permit adjustment to be done with ease. Compatible with 75 mm and 100 mm VESA hole patterns, the E2 can handle monitors from 2.2 to 20 lbs (screen size up to 32") with a maximum horizontal extension range of 23.7" and height adjustment range from 7.3 to 20.6" above the mounting surface. For ease of installation it also includes an easy-to-install mount that secures from the top of the desk.
Reduces the Risk of Neck Injury - A primary risk factor for injury in an office setting is an improperly positioned monitor. A good articulating monitor arm will help eliminate that problem by allowing height adjustment for the monitor relative to the surface on which the keyboard and mouse are situated. The E2 Articulating Monitor Arm provides 13.3" of vertical adjustment and 23.7" of horizontal adjustment, making it easier to adjust the monitor height to an optimal position. SPECIAL NOTE FOR THOSE WITH MULTIFOCAL OR PROGRESSIVE LENSES: As those with multifocal lenses rely on the lower portion of their glasses for "near" vision, they generally require the monitor to be positioned at a much lower height than those with no glasses or who only have single-vision lenses. Failing to address this will force them into an uncomfortable extension at the neck, as they tilt their head back in order to be able to view out of the lower portion of their corrective eyewear. Those with multifocal lenses may be able to position their monitors far enough away for best viewing at the intermediate range. Doing so can mitigate the neck extension as it may eliminate the need to tilt the head.
Optimizes the Viewing Angle - Monitors are best viewed when the screen is parallel to the face. The ideal angle of the monitor is not necessarily perpendicular to the desk in all cases, however, since some may feel more comfortable slightly tilting their head forward, especially when working in a standing position. Note: As the head tilts forward, there is typically increased weight and load placed on the muscles in the neck, and as such any flexion should be limited to no more than 10 degrees.
Facilitates Virtually Effortless Movement - The E2 Articulating Monitor Arm uses a gas spring to counterbalance the effects of gravity, allowing individuals to adjust their monitor both up and down using their fingertips. This ease of adjustment (regardless of whether the monitor arm is fully extended or contracted) removes a potential obstacle for those who would otherwise be unwilling to adjust their monitor as needed. This technology is superior to mechanical spring mechanisms which cannot provide consistent linear counterbalance through the full range of the arm.
Sit-Stand Workstation Adaptable - There are several accessories which can convert the E2 Articulating Monitor Arm into a sit-stand arm (normally used in conjunction with a sit-stand keyboard tray). Whether an additional 6" of height (or 12" or more) is required, these accessories (listed below under Accessories) will raise the mounting point of the E2 Articulating Monitor Arm so that it can be used at both sitting and standing heights. For 6" of additional height, use the 6" extender pole (8171-6-104) that fits into the existing FLEXmount; for 10.75" of additional height, use the 14” model with through mount (8395-14-TM-104).
Increases Desktop Space - By elevating the monitor above the worksurface, previously inaccessible desktop space is made available for storage and other office accessories (phones, calculators, etc.).
Eliminates Glare - Adjusting the vertical and horizontal angle of the monitor will allow individuals to eliminate glare when viewing the monitor.
Helps Maintain Good Posture When Seated - When a monitor is too low or high, people may choose to adjust the position of their torso instead of, or in addition to, their neck in an attempt to accommodate incorrect monitor height. This will often result in adopting a leaning forward posture, shifting them out of the ideal posture in the spine, and losing any potential lumbar support that their chair provides. The correct monitor height may prevent this risk factor from arising.
Accommodates Working in Different Postures - Movement is important! When a worker changes their posture between standing, lean-into, sitting, or leaning back in their chair the optimal position for their monitor(s) will change accordingly. The wide range of movement which the E2 Articulating Monitor Arm provides will accommodate these new parameters, enabling them to correctly position their monitors for optimal viewing from any chosen posture.
Allows Multiple Individuals to Share Information Easily - In some office environments workers need to share screen information with clients and/or co-workers, but this can be awkward or inconvenient when the monitor is on a stand and cannot easily be moved or oriented towards another person, even one sitting at the same desk. An articulating arm can easily solve this problem because the arm and monitor are easily pivoted to face even someone on the opposite side of a desk.
Gas Spring: The gas cylinder completely counterbalances the weight of the monitor and arm, counteracting the effects of gravity and making height adjustment almost effortless.
Vertical Range: The E2 Articulating Monitor Arm offers a full 13.3" of vertical range which should accommodate the viewing needs of almost any worker. The bottom of a 23" diagonal monitor can be brought down to only about 1 - 1.5" off the mounting surface, while at maximum elevation the top of the same monitor would be almost 27" above the mounting point.
Horizontal Extension: The E2 Articulating Monitor Arm provides up to 23.4" of lateral reach, allowing the monitor to be brought all the way to the front edge of the desk when clamped at the back of a standard 24" deep desk.
Top Down Mount: The E2 base is secured from the top of the desk, eliminating the need to crawl below when mounting the arm.
Monitor Tilter: The monitor tilter mechanism provides 180° of tilt adjustment at the head or wrist of the arm.
Monitor Rotation: The monitor tilter mechanism provides 180° of monitor rotation allowing rotation from landscape to portrait orientation, even upside down (if required).
Arm Rotates at 3 Joints: The E2 Articulating Monitor Arm provides ample rotation at three joints, the base or "shoulder", the hinge or "elbow" and the end or "wrist". The base can be rotated either at 360° or set to a more limited 180°. The hinge rotates at 360°, and at the tilter the rotation is +/- 90°. This yields versatile flexibility and articulating capabilities, allowing positioning of the monitor at any desired position.
Compact Storage: When desired, the arm folds up to occupy only 3" of space, freeing up the entire desk for other activities.
Cable Management: External and built-in Cable Guides provide cable management to prevent cables from dragging on the desk.
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Adjustment Range: 13.3" (33.8 cm) Minimum Height: 7.3" Maximum Height: 20.6" above mounting point
Horizontal Range:
Minimum Extension: 2.9" Maximum Extension: 23.7" above mounting point
Cable Management: Integrated cable management system keeps work surface free of annoying cable clutter
Adjustment Mechanism: Gas cylinder "floats" monitor above desk - monitor can be instantly raised or lowered with minimal effort. Lifting capacity can be calibrated to monitor weight.
Articulation: Rotates at 3 joints: 180° or 360° at base, 360° at center, and +/- 90° at tilter joint.
Monitor Tilt Range: Up to 180°
Weight Rating: Rated for monitors from 2.2 lbs (1.0 kg) to 20 lbs (9.07 kg)
Monitor Orientation: Rotates from landscape to portrait
Storage Depth: Folds up to occupy just 2.9" (7.3 cm) of space
Mounting Options: Edge Clamp or Grommet (mount secures from top of desk)
Colours: Available in Black or Silver (White by Special Order)
Compatibility: Quick Release 75mm or 100mm VESA mount
Warranty: 10 years
Package Contents: E2 Articulating Monitor Arm, 2-Way Top Down Mount, Assembly Hardware, Instructions
Choose an Arm with an Appropriate Weight Capacity | Before purchasing your monitor arm, investigate the weight capacity of the arm so that the weight of your monitor is ideally in the middle of that range. For example, the weight capacity of the E2 Articulating Monitor Arm is 2.2 to 20 lbs. The midrange weight is therefore 11 lbs. If your monitor happens to be about 11 lbs, the E2 Articulating Monitor Arm should work fine for you. The closer to the midrange is the better. If you have not yet purchased a monitor or monitor arm, research your options and choose an arm that will work for the monitor you want. Obviously, if you already have an arm and not the monitor, you will have to choose a monitor with an appropriate weight without its stand included. In addition, you will have to choose a monitor that can be mounted on an arm with an acceptable hole pattern for mounting with screws. For the E2 Articulating Monitor Arm, the monitor must have a hole pattern in the back side which is either 75 mm x 75 mm or 100 mm x 100 mm square. Otherwise, you may require a special adapter plate.
Select the Optimal Mounting Location | Since the E2 Articulating Monitor Arm comes with a 2-in-1 configurable top down mount, you have two options when it comes to mounting your monitor arm. Most people choose the desk clamping option but this only works if your desk has a lip on the mounting side and average depth (24-30"). Otherwise, a grommet mount is the next best option. You need a grommet hole of at least 2.25" diameter for the grommet mount to work, whereas the through mount requires that you drill a small hole in the desk to bolt the mount through the desk to secure it. You may want to roughly position the mount in different locations at first to get an idea of where the movement of the arm is optimal and then decide on which mounting option works best at that location.
Adjust the Counterbalance Mechanism with Monitor Attached | After the E2 Articulating Monitor Arm has been mounted in its optimal position, you will need to attach the monitor so that you can properly adjust the counterbalance mechanism. This will ensure that the monitor moves up or down effortlessly. Follow the manufacturer's instructions on how to do this, because if done improperly there may be damage to the balancing system. For the E2 Articulating Monitor Arm , counterbalancing is done when the arm is extended or pushed down so that both arm segments are parallel to the desk. All hardware to do this calibrating is provided with the arm. After mounting, calibrating the counterbalance is the most critical step in installing your monitor arm properly. Once done, you are almost ready to use the monitor arm (see next tip).
Become Familiar with the Adjustable Tension Points on the Joints of the Arm | To get the best movement out of your monitor arm, find all the critical joints where you are able to adjust the tension. These can be located using the Instruction Manual and are identified by the presence of a set screw. Allen wrenches are provided that can turn these set screws to vary the force needed to turn the arm at these critical joints. Often these joints are tightened during manufacturing to prevent any loose movement during shipment, so if your monitor arm seems stiff when swivelling at the base, for example, you may need to loosen the set screw at that point. Remember to store the hardware tools in a convenient place in order to make future adjustments quickly when needed.
Set Monitor at Optimal Height, Angle, and Distance - Once your monitor arm has been installed and calibrated properly, you are ready to set it in the optimal position. In terms of ergonomic principles, the optimal position can vary, but there are definitely improper ways to set your monitor. Learn More About Optimizing Monitor Position.
