HM
Herman Miller
Setu
Herman Miller · 2009–Present
Setu
Ultra-simple multipurpose HM—fixed 15" seat depth, 300 lb, almost no knobs.
300 lb capacity4'10"–6'2"ElastomerFixed
Where to buy
Typical prices — new ~$1,295, refurbished ~$550, used ~$320.
Fit calculator
Optional body inputs to gauge whether this chair’s published height range and weight capacity cover you.
4'10"Chair height envelope6'2"
Likely fit — height within published range and weight under 300 lb capacity.
Spec sheet
- Typical configuration
- Multipurpose chair with arms, standard-height 5-star base
- Era produced
- 2009–Present
- Discontinued
- No
- Approx. MSRP (new)
- $1,295
- Typical refurbished price
- $550
- Typical used price
- $320
- Height range
- 4'10" – 6'2"
- Weight capacity
- 300 lbs
- Seat width
- 18.5"
- Seat depth
- 15"
- Backrest height
- 20"
- Seat material
- Elastomer
- Armrest type
- Fixed
- Arm adjustability
- Fixed arms or armless only
- Forward tilt
- No
- Lumbar
- Integrated
- Headrest
- None
- Cylinder
- Top-activated pneumatic (standard or high-height ranges)
- Caster stem
- 11mm × 22mm standard
- Frame
- Glass-filled nylon + Lyris 2 / Intercept suspension
- Tilt / lock
- Passive flex via Kinematic Spine (no multi-dial task mechanism)
Revision matrix & serial tag guide
Serial tag location: Underside of seat; Lyris/Intercept suspension and Kinematic Spine identify Setu.
| Year | Version | Changes |
|---|---|---|
| 2009 | Launch | Studio 7.5 / Yves Béhar multipurpose chair: one height adjustment, Kinematic Spine. |
Aftermarket & replacement parts
Compatible cylinder type: Top-activated pneumatic (standard or high-height ranges). Caster stem: 11mm × 22mm standard. Headrest availability: None.
Spec notes
- Practical default from multipurpose seat-height band 15.7"–21.7".