Spencer Air Ergonomic Chair
Spencer Air Ergonomic Mesh Office Chair – Upgraded from Spencer
The Spencer Air is the next generation of the Shappa Spencer, built as a mesh office desk chair for people who spend long hours at a desk. The backrest and seat are finished entirely in mesh, and the lumbar area — previously a separate adjustable TPU band on the original Spencer — is now integrated into the full mesh backrest for a cleaner, more consistent feel from top to bottom.
Beyond the material upgrade, Spencer Air offers extensive adjustability across the armrests, headrest, lumbar support, backrest height, recline and footrest. It also pairs an upgraded Class 4 gas lift with a heavy-duty build rated to 150kg, making it suitable for taller and larger users as well as anyone looking for a dependable everyday ergonomic chair.
Key Features of the Spencer Air
Full Mesh Design
A high-back mesh backrest and mesh seat help maintain airflow during long sitting sessions, replacing the mixed TPU-and-mesh construction of the original Spencer with one consistent, breathable material throughout.
Fully Adjustable Armrests
Adjust the armrests up, down, forward, backward, inward, outward and through multiple rotational positions to support your arms across different sitting positions — from typing and mouse work to gaming, reading and reclining.
Adjustable Lumbar Support for Different Sitting Positions
The lumbar support can be adjusted to provide more appropriate lower-back support as your posture changes throughout the day.
- Upright sitting — provides balanced lumbar support for everyday desk work and typing.
- Forward-leaning posture — helps maintain contact with the lower back when concentrating on detailed work.
- Reclined sitting — continues to support the lumbar area as you lean back for meetings, reading or relaxation.
Instead of supporting only one fixed sitting position, Spencer Air is designed to adapt as you move between focused, upright and relaxed postures.
3D Headrest
Adjustable in height, depth and angle to better support the head and neck across upright and reclined positions.
Multi-Position Backrest and Recline
Adjustable backrest height, recline with tilt lock and an extendable footrest allow the chair to move from focused desk work to a more relaxed sitting position.
Heavy-Duty Build
An upgraded Class 4 gas lift supports up to 150kg, making Spencer Air a heavy-duty ergonomic office chair suited to larger and taller users up to 200cm while maintaining smooth height adjustment.
Exceeds BIFMA Standards
Tested to exceed BIFMA safety and performance standards, including durability, drop, tilt mechanism and stability testing.
Built for Different Ways of Sitting
Long hours at a desk rarely mean staying in one position all day.
You may sit upright while typing, lean slightly forward while concentrating, then recline during a meeting or break. Spencer Air combines adjustable lumbar support, fully adjustable armrests, headrest positioning and recline to maintain support as your posture changes.
Whether you're working from home, gaming, studying or spending full days in the office, Spencer Air is designed to support movement rather than one fixed sitting position.
Warranty and Support
Every Spencer Air comes with a comprehensive 10-year warranty covering the frame, base, casters, gas lift mechanism and adjustment controls.
Ready to upgrade your setup? Shop all ergonomic chairs or compare Spencer Air with the original Spencer.
Support that moves with your day.
Set up for focused work, small posture changes and well-earned breaks. Spencer Air brings breathable mesh and adjustable support together in one chair.
Comfort in every detail
Adjustable headrest
Position the mesh headrest to support your head and neck while you work or lean back.
Support through your back
Split mesh panels support your upper and lower back while allowing air to move through.
Support for your arms
Position the padded armrests to support your forearms while you work or unwind.
Recline and reset
Lean back and extend the footrest when it is time for a more relaxed sitting position.
6 ways Spencer Air supports you
Your posture changes throughout the day. Spencer Air adapts with continuous mesh support and flexible adjustments.
- Continuous all-mesh back support
- Adjustable mesh lumbar support
- Armrests that move with you
- 3D headrest adjustment
- Multi-position recline & lock
- Retractable footrest
Made for your kind of day
Settle in for focused work, make time to read, or lean back for a well-earned break with Spencer Air.
Comfort, adjusted to you
From your arms and neck to your lower back, fine-tune Spencer Air to suit the way you sit.
Arm support that moves with you
Adjust the armrests to bring support closer to your forearms, with 270° armrest rotation plus a smooth 360° swivel. Arm pads also tilt, keeping support natural across typing, reading and breaks.
Find your headrest position
Fine-tune the headrest to suit your sitting position. Its adjustable support lets you find a comfortable place for your head and neck.
A closer fit for your lower back
Adjust the lumbar support to suit the curve of your lower back. Refine the fit whenever you want a different level of contact and support.
Settle into the right height
Use the lever beneath the seat to raise or lower your sitting position. Find a height that works with your desk and keeps your feet comfortably supported.
Recline and restore
Flip out the footrest and recline when you take a break, then stow it away when it is time to focus.
Adjust the seat depth
Slide the seat to suit your thighs so your lower back stays supported and there is a small gap behind your knees.
Specifications
Explore Spencer Air's materials, adjustment features and key specifications, including its all-mesh backrest, integrated lumbar support, load capacity and fit.
Functions Display
Explore Spencer Air's all-mesh backrest, integrated lumbar support and adjustments for different sitting positions.
13D head and neck support
Adjust height, depth and angle to position the headrest for work or reclined breaks.
2Continuous mesh back support
Mesh support provides a consistent contact surface across the upper and mid back.
3Full-function adjustable armrests
Reposition the armrests for typing, mouse use, reading or reclining. Multi-direction adjustment and rotation help you match support to your posture.
4Integrated adjustable mesh lumbar support
Spencer Air replaces the original Spencer's TPU lumbar support at position 4 with an integrated adjustable mesh lumbar support, providing finer lower-back contact and adjustable support.
5Breathable mesh seat
The mesh seat continues a familiar Spencer feature, allowing airflow around your seated contact area.
6Height and recline adjustment
Set your seat height and choose a supported recline position. The upgraded Class 4 gas lift retains the same 150 kg rated load capacity.
Meets durability standards
Spencer has undergone hundreds of thousands of stress tests and meets or exceeds BIFMA standards for safety, durability, and sustainability.
Drop load proof test
150kg weight (300lbs) dropped onto the center of the seat.
Seating durability test
100,000 cycles. A 57kg (125lbs) weight falls onto the seat.
Backrest load test
A force of 1,001N is applied to the backrest for 1 minute.
Tilt mechanism test
300,000 cycles. Chair is tilted with 119kg (240lbs) weight on the center of the seat.
Forward overturning test
A vertical force of 600N is applied at points most likely to result in overturning.
Armrest durability test
60,000 cycles. A force of 400N is applied to each arm.
Rearward stability test
13 heavy discs are loaded against the backrest.
Swivel test
120,000 cycles. A 122kg (270lbs) weight is applied on the seat at both its maximum and lowest height.
Drop load proof test
150kg weight (300lbs) dropped onto the center of the seat.
Seating durability test
100,000 cycles. A 57kg (125lbs) weight falls onto the seat.
Backrest load test
A force of 1,001N is applied to the backrest for 1 minute.
Tilt mechanism test
300,000 cycles. Chair is tilted with 119kg (240lbs) weight on the center of the seat.
Forward overturning test
A vertical force of 600N is applied at points most likely to result in overturning.
Armrest durability test
60,000 cycles. A force of 400N is applied to each arm.
Rearward stability test
13 heavy discs are loaded against the backrest.
Swivel test
120,000 cycles. A 122kg (270lbs) weight is applied on the seat at both its maximum and lowest height.
Spencer Air vs Spencer
A new mesh backrest and a more unified support feel, with the familiar Spencer adjustment features. Compare what has changed and what carries over.
| Features |
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|---|---|---|
| Backrest material | All-mesh backrest Mesh extends through the upper-back and lumbar areas for a consistent contact surface. |
Mesh + TPU Mesh upper back with a flexible TPU band across the lumbar zones. |
| Lumbar support | Integrated adjustable mesh support A redesigned support structure and mesh feel. Adjustment levels have not been specified. |
Independent 3-step TPU lumbar support Separate adjustment for the TPU lumbar band. |
| Armrests | Full-function adjustable armrests Multi-direction and multi-angle adjustment—270° armrest rotation plus a smooth 360° swivel—to match typing, mousing and reclined sitting positions. |
6D adjustable armrests Height, width, depth, tilt and rotation adjustments. |
| Seat | Breathable mesh seat Continues Spencer's mesh-seat design. |
Breathable mesh seat Mesh seating surface. |
| Headrest | 3D adjustment Height, depth and angle adjustment. |
3D adjustment Height, depth and angle adjustment. |
| Recline | 90°–140° with tilt lock Lock the backrest in your preferred position. |
90°–140° with tilt lock Lock the backrest in your preferred position. |
| Footrest | Retractable footrest Extend for reclined breaks; stow when not in use. |
Retractable footrest Extend for reclined breaks; stow when not in use. |
| Recommended user height | 150–200 cm Check desk height, seat fit and foot support as well as overall height. |
150–200 cm Check desk height, seat fit and foot support as well as overall height. |
| Load capacity | 150 kg Same rated maximum load. |
150 kg Rated maximum load. |
| Gas lift | Upgraded Class 4 gas lift Upgraded gas lift raises the seat up to 60 cm from the floor; no increase in rated load capacity claimed. |
Class 4 gas lift Height-adjustment mechanism. |
| Warranty | 10 years Subject to Shappa warranty terms. |
10 years Subject to Shappa warranty terms. |
What's different about Air?
Choose Spencer Air for a mesh feel from your upper back through to your lumbar support, with armrests you can reposition as your posture changes. The original Spencer offers a distinct TPU lumbar band with independent three-step adjustment. Air's main change is in materials and support experience, rather than higher numbers across every specification.
Spencer Air Assembly Guide
Suitable for the Spencer Air Ergonomic Chair.
Watch the video for a full walkthrough. Flat-packed with clear DIY instructions and every tool included, assembly typically takes as little as 10 minutes.
Frequently asked questions (FAQ)
What is the difference between Spencer Air and the original Spencer?
Spencer Air is the next generation of the original Spencer, with upgrades focused on breathability, adjustability and everyday comfort.
The key changes include a full-mesh seat and backrest, integrated adjustable mesh lumbar support, full-function multi-directional armrests and an upgraded Class 4 gas lift.
Together, these upgrades give Spencer Air greater flexibility across upper-body support, lower-back support and reclined sitting.
What makes the Spencer Air armrests different?
Spencer Air features full-function, multi-directional adjustable armrests designed to adapt to different sitting positions and activities.
They can be repositioned and rotated to provide more precise forearm support while typing, using a mouse, reading, gaming or reclining. Compared with basic height-adjustable armrests, they offer greater flexibility for fine-tuning your arm position throughout the day.
Is Spencer Air a full-mesh ergonomic chair?
Yes. Spencer Air features breathable mesh across both the seat and backrest.
The full-mesh design helps improve airflow and provides a responsive sitting surface, making it well suited to long working sessions and warmer Australian conditions.
How does the lumbar support work?
Spencer Air uses integrated adjustable mesh lumbar support rather than a separate hard lumbar pad.
The lumbar support is designed to follow the natural curve of the lower back while maintaining a more flexible feel across the backrest. It can also be adjusted to better suit different body shapes and sitting positions.
How far can Spencer Air recline?
Spencer Air reclines from approximately 90° to 140°, allowing you to move between focused upright sitting and a more relaxed reclined position.
It also includes a retractable footrest for additional support when reclining or taking a break.
What height range is Spencer Air suitable for?
Spencer Air is recommended for users approximately 150–200 cm tall.
As body proportions vary, we also recommend considering seat height, seat depth, desk height and your preferred sitting position when choosing an ergonomic chair.
What is the maximum weight capacity?
Spencer Air has a maximum rated weight capacity of 150 kg.
It features a heavy-duty chair structure and an upgraded Class 4 gas lift designed for reliable everyday use in both home and office environments.
Is Spencer Air suitable for long hours of sitting?
Yes. Spencer Air is designed for extended desk use, including office work, working from home, studying and gaming.
Its breathable mesh construction, adjustable lumbar support, 3D headrest, full-function armrests and recline system allow you to adjust your sitting position throughout the day.
Is Spencer Air difficult to assemble?
No. Spencer Air is supplied flat-packed with the required tools and step-by-step assembly instructions.
Assembly is straightforward and can typically be completed in around 10–15 minutes.
What warranty does Spencer Air come with?
Spencer Air comes with a 10-year warranty, subject to Shappa’s warranty terms and conditions.
The warranty provides long-term coverage for eligible components under normal residential or office use.