Varimed® Saddle Theatre Seat

What is the SCHMITZ varimed® 222.1660.0 Saddle Theatre Seat used for?

The 222.1660.0 Saddle Theatre Seat is designed for use in operating theatres, surgical suites, dental practices, laboratories, and other healthcare environments where ergonomic seating and mobility are essential.

What are the benefits of a saddle seat design?

The ergonomic saddle-shaped seat encourages a more natural sitting posture, helping to support spinal alignment, reduce lower back strain, and improve comfort during long procedures or extended periods of seated work.

Is the theatre seat height adjustable?

Yes. The stool features smooth gas spring height adjustment ranging from 560 mm to 790 mm, allowing users to customise the seating position for optimal working comfort.

Is the upholstery antistatic?

Yes. The saddle seat includes a durable black antistatic cover, making it suitable for use in sensitive medical and surgical environments where electrostatic control is important.

What type of castors does the stool use?

The stool is fitted with 50 mm antistatic double castors with bumpers, providing smooth movement, stability, and protection for surrounding equipment and furniture.

What is the maximum user weight capacity?

The SCHMITZ varimed® 222.1660.0 Theatre Seat has a safe working load of 135 kg.

Is the base made from aluminium?

Yes. The chair features a robust 5-arm pedestal base finished in grey aluminium (RAL 9007) for durability and stability in clinical environments.

Can this theatre stool be used in clean or sterile environments?

Yes. The antistatic materials and medical-grade construction make this stool suitable for operating theatres, clean clinical areas, and other hygiene-sensitive environments.

Does the chair include a backrest?

No. The 222.1660.0 model is supplied without a backrest. A version with an additional backrest is available under model 222.1680.0.

Why choose SCHMITZ varimed® theatre seating?

SCHMITZ varimed® products are designed specifically for demanding healthcare environments, combining ergonomic comfort, durable medical-grade materials, and reliable long-term performance.

The SCHMITZ varimed® 222.1660.0 Saddle Theatre Seat is expertly engineered for healthcare professionals who require superior ergonomic support and mobility in operating theatres and clinical environments. Designed with a contoured saddle-shaped seat pad, this high-quality medical stool promotes a more active sitting posture, helping reduce fatigue and improve comfort during extended surgical procedures.

Upholstered with a durable black antistatic cover, the seat is specifically developed for use in sensitive medical and surgical settings where hygiene, safety, and electrostatic control are essential. The integrated gas spring height adjustment allows effortless positioning between 560 mm and 790 mm, enabling clinicians to maintain optimal working posture throughout procedures.

Built for long-term reliability, the stool features a robust 5-arm aluminium pedestal base finished in RAL 9007 grey aluminium coating for enhanced durability and modern clinical aesthetics. Smooth-rolling 50 mm antistatic double castors with protective bumpers provide controlled movement and excellent manoeuvrability around the operating theatre while helping protect surrounding equipment.

Designed to withstand demanding daily use, the 222.1660.0 Saddle Theatre Seat supports a safe working load of up to 135 kg, making it a dependable seating solution for surgeons, clinicians, dentists, and healthcare professionals.