Midmark Ritter 229 Accessible Examination Chair for Clinical Care
The Midmark Ritter 229 Barrier-Free Examination Chair is designed to support patient access and provider ergonomics in medical offices, clinics and other care environments. Its 17-inch low seat height helps with patient access, while the 37-inch maximum height provides a comfortable working height for clinicians. Midmark states that the Ritter 229 offers compliance with the 2024 US Access Board accessibility standards.
Ritter 229 features
- 17-inch low seat height and 37-inch maximum seat height, uncompressed
- 28-inch-wide seamless upholstery transfer surface
- 500 lb (227 kg) patient weight capacity
- Powered back and hand and foot controls on models 229-002 and 229-003
- Hospital-grade electrical receptacles on both sides
- Model 229-003 includes the Clean Assist Roller System
- Pelvic tilt and heated drawer features vary by model
- Compatible accessories include Patient Support Rails, Patient Support Rails+ and Articulating Knee Crutches
Technical specifications
| Patient weight capacity | 500 lb (227 kg) |
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| Seat height | 17 inches low / 37 inches high, uncompressed |
| Seamless upholstery | 28 in. W × 60 in. L |
| Length with footrest extended | 76 inches with 16-inch footrest extension |
| Pelvic tilt | 5 1/5° on select models |
| Heated drawer | 24.6 W; 92°F–112°F at 115 VAC input and 70°F ambient, on select models |
| Paper roll holder | Up to 24 in. wide × 3.56 in. diameter |
| Electrical receptacles | Hospital-grade receptacles on left and right sides |
| Electrical rating, models 229-002 and 229-003 | 115 VAC, 60 Hz, 11.5 A |
| Chair weight with upholstery | 435 lb (197 kg) |
| Shipping weight | 470 lb (213 kg) |
Choose a Ritter 229 configuration
Select model 229-002 or 229-003. Model 229-003 adds the Clean Assist Roller System, which allows the chair to be moved for cleaning. Confirm the selected model’s included features before ordering. Upholstery colors and options vary by configuration.
Freight shipping
This chair ships by truck freight, and additional freight charges apply. Contact Mohawk Medical Mall for a shipping quote before ordering. Tell us if your facility needs a liftgate, delivery appointment or other special delivery service.
Why buy from Mohawk Medical Mall?
Mohawk Medical Mall has served healthcare providers since 1946 and ships medical equipment nationwide. Contact our team for help with configuration, upholstery and freight questions.
| FAQs | |
| FAQ Question 1 | What is the Midmark Ritter 229 Barrier-Free Examination Chair designed for? |
| FAQ Answer 1 | It is designed to support patient access and clinical positioning, with a 17-inch low seat height and a 28-inch-wide transfer surface. Midmark states that the chair offers compliance with the 2024 US Access Board accessibility standards. midmark.com |
| FAQ Question 2 | What is the weight capacity of the Midmark Ritter 229? |
| FAQ Answer 2 | The Ritter 229 has a patient weight capacity of 500 lb (227 kg). |
| FAQ Question 3 | What is the height range of the Ritter 229 exam chair? |
| FAQ Answer 3 | Its uncompressed seat height ranges from 17 inches low to 37 inches high. |
| FAQ Question 4 | What is the difference between models 229-002 and 229-003? |
| FAQ Answer 4 | Model 229-003 adds the Clean Assist Roller System. Midmark’s model matrix lists both configurations. |
| FAQ Question 5 | Are pelvic tilt and a heated drawer included on every Ritter 229? |
| FAQ Answer 5 | Feature availability varies by model. Confirm the included features for the selected configuration before ordering. |