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Herman Miller

Embody

Herman Miller · 2008–Present

Embody

Pixelated seat/back support engineered for long hours—no discrete headrest path.

300 lb capacity5'0"–6'3"Elastomer4D Articulating

Where to buy

Typical prices — new ~$2,095, refurbished ~$1,100, used ~$650.

Fit calculator

Optional body inputs to gauge whether this chair’s published height range and weight capacity cover you.

5'0"Chair height envelope6'3"

Likely fit — height within published range and weight under 300 lb capacity.

Spec sheet

Typical configuration
Work chair, standard-height cylinder, fully adjustable arms
Era produced
2008–Present
Discontinued
No
Approx. MSRP (new)
$2,095
Typical refurbished price
$1,100
Typical used price
$650
Height range
5'0" – 6'3"
Weight capacity
300 lbs
Seat width
21.25"
Seat depth
15"–18"
Backrest height
23.5"
Seat material
Elastomer
Armrest type
4D Articulating
Arm adjustability
Fully adjustable arms (vertical + horizontal range)
Forward tilt
Yes
Lumbar
Integrated
Headrest
None
Cylinder
Top-activated pneumatic (low / standard / extended ranges)
Caster stem
11mm × 22mm standard
Frame
Die-cast aluminum + polymer pixel matrix
Tilt / lock
Tilt with limiter; Backfit alignment; extended “kicker” recline

Revision matrix & serial tag guide

Serial tag location: Label on the underside of the seat pan near the front of the tilt mechanism.

YearVersionChanges
2008OriginalPixelated Support matrix, Backfit, PostureFit sacral support; Syncro-Tilt with kicker.

Aftermarket & replacement parts

Compatible cylinder type: Top-activated pneumatic (low / standard / extended ranges). Caster stem: 11mm × 22mm standard. Headrest availability: None.

Size / config variants

VariantCapacitySeat depthSeat height
Low seat height15"–19"
Standard seat height16"–20.5"
Extended seat height17"–22"

Spec notes

  • HM states 2nd–98th percentile population; feet/inches approximated for the fit UI.

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