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Spex Manta

Back Support

Simplistic to Sophisticated… Clean to Complex… Effortless to Elaborate…

Whatever your needs are, the Spex Manta offers a premium back support solution, whether that be forming a crucial part of a complex seating system, or providing a nice comfortable and supportive hug for the user of a simplistic set-up.
The Manta has your back!

The Manta offers a solid shell with unique built-in lateral wings that are width, height and angle adjustable to give excellent lateral stability. An upholstery wrap offers comfort and secure spine and trunk support.

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Functional

Benefits

Depth Adjustable Inbuilt Lateral Supports

5 cm of depth adjustment on back supports up to 15", and 7.8 cm of depth adjustment on back supports 16"+

Height Adjustable Inbuilt Lateral Supports

3 cm of depth adjustment on back supports up to 15", and 4 cm of depth adjustment on back supports 16"+

Comfortable, Secure Spine & Trunk Support

Offered with the Manta's upholstery wrap./

Add Head Supports & Other Postural Options

Script to suit your client's needs - add a Spex head support or shoulder harness to your Manta

Description

Clinical

Functional

Designed for the individual who:

Requires a solid back support to support minimal deformities or stability needs
Requires minimal to moderate postural support
Has improved trunk/pelvic positioning whilst maintaining propelling efficiency
Has mild-moderate torso asymmetries
Has greater functionality as there is minimal hardware between the client and the lateral supports

Fully adjustable and repositionable lateral ‘wings’ means that the therapist/clinician can ensure the right support in the right place for the user
Slick and non-obtrusive yet provides the right amount of spine and lateral stability for many different postural needs
Lightweight solid aluminium back support with quick-release hardware
Wrap upholstery section gives conforming comfort
Offers exceptional trunk stability
Minimal contouring, and includes a positioning kit for further postural enhancements
Add headrests and other positioning supports if more support is required

Videos &

Downloads

Spex Manta Back Support: Effective Contouring Tips

Spex Manta Back Support: What are the Benefits?

How to Install and Adjust: Spex Quad Mount Quick-Release Hardware

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Resources

Manta Back Support Technical Specifications 0.15 MB Spex Back Support User Manual 2.08 MB

Hardware

Options

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Dual Mount Back Support Hardware

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Single Mount Back Support Hardware

Spex Quad Mount Fixed Back Support Hardware

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Spex Direct Mount Back Support Hardware

Spex Heavy-Duty Quad Mount Back Support Hardware

Accessories

Spex Head Supports

Spex Medial Thigh Support

Spex Lateral Trunk Supports

Spex Arm & Thigh Hardware

Spex Limb Supports

Spex Arm Support Hardware

Spex Thigh Support Hardware

Spex Thigh and Arm Support Pads

Spex Hip Belts

Spex Tray Tables

Spex Head Supports

Circle	Comfort	Contour

Unique minimal head support providing direct posterior support for users with good head control. Available in two sizes: Circle 150 and Circle 250.	General use head support pad suited for transit and travel. Available in two sizes: Comfort 250 and Comfort 350.	Contoured shaped pad for superior occipital and suboccipital support. Available in two sizes: Contour 250 and Contour 350.
Standard Lateral	Extended Lateral	Adjustable Lateral

One-piece lateral head support solution for moderate head positioning needs. Available in two sizes: Paediatric and Adult.	One-piece lateral head support solution for complex head positioning needs. Available in two sizes: Paediatric and Adult.	A superior adjustable lateral head control system with individualised ‘tuning’. Available in two sizes: Adjustable Lateral 150 and Adjustable Lateral 250.

Custom head supports are available – please contact us for more information.

Spex Medial Thigh Support

Swing-Down, Standard Pad

Code	Size	A (mm)	B (mm)	C (mm)	D (mm)	E (mm)	F(mm)
1162-1501-000	1	60	145	95	40	40	65
1162-1502-000	2	60	155	100	60	50	65
1162-1503-000	3	60	185	105	60	60	75

Swing-Down, Axial-Adjustable Pad

Code	Size	A (mm)	B (mm)	C (mm)	D (mm)	E (mm)	F (mm)
1162-1601-000	1	70-140	145	95	50-120	40	65
1162-1602-000	2	70-140	155	100	60-140	50	65
1162-1603-000	3	70-160	185	105	60-140	60	75

For medial thigh support customisations please contact us.

Spex Lateral Trunk Supports

Select Hardware

Fixed Bracket
Standard Swing-Away Bracket
Axial Swing-Away Bracket

Select Bracket Upgrade

Cane Mount
DeepContour backrest bracket
Extension for DeepContour (commonly used with SuperShape Backrest

Select Comfy-Cover

Extended padding over mechanism to protect arms from metal hardware
Clever release strap for operating the swing away movement
Easy release for users who have limited hand function and need independent use to open the laterals for transfers

Spex Arm & Thigh Hardware

Seat Pan

Each	Quick Release	Swing-Down	Fixed Mount
Angle-Adjust Arm + Axial Thigh	1156-0301-110	1156-0301-120	1156-0301-130
Angle-Adjust Arm + Fixed Thigh	1156-0302-110	1156-0302-120	1156-0302-130
Fixed Arm + Axial Thigh	1156-0101-110	1156-0101-120	1156-0101-130
Kidz Fixed Arm + Axial Thigh	1156-0201-110	1156-0201-120	1156-0201-130
Fixed Arm + Fixed Thigh	1156-0102-110	1156-0102-120	1156-0102-130
Kidz Fixed Arm + Fixed Thigh	1156-0202-110	1156-0202-120	1156-0202-130

Seat Rail

Each	Quick Release	Swing-Down	Fixed Mount
Angle-Adjust Arm + Axial Thigh	1156-0301-210	1156-0301-220	1156-0301-230
Angle-Adjust Arm + Fixed Thigh	1156-0302-210	1156-0302-220	1156-0302-230
Fixed Arm + Axial Thigh	1156-0101-210	1156-0101-220	1156-0101-230
Kidz Fixed Arm + Axial Thigh	1156-0201-210	1156-0201-220	1156-0201-230
Fixed Arm + Fixed Thigh	1156-0102-210	1156-0102-220	1156-0102-230
Kidz Fixed Arm + Fixed Thigh	1156-0202-210	1156-0202-220	1156-0202-230

Spex Limb Supports

Padded Forearm Straps

Size	Length	Set of Four	One only
SML	150 mm	1408-6511-017	1408-6521-017
MED	180 mm	1408-6512-017	1408-6522-017
LGE	230 mm	1408-6513-017	1408-6523-017

Heel Loops

Size	Pair
SML	1403-6181-017
MED	1403-6182-017
LGE	1403-6183-017

Footfast Stabilisers

Size	Circumference	Standard Pair	Pair with Rear Retainer Strap
SML	15-23 cm (Inner)	1401-6161-017	1401-6165-017
MED	22-30 cm (Inner)	1401-6162-017	1401-6166-017
LGE	26-38 cm (Inner)	1401-6163-017	1401-6167-017

Padded Calf Straps

Code	W/C Width	Height	Code	W/C Width	Height
1402-6170-017	10″	5 cm	1402-6174-017	17″	9 cm
1402-6171-017	12″	5 cm	1402-6175-017	18 “	11 cm
1402-6172-017	14″	7 cm	1402-6176-017	20″	13 cm
1402-6173-017	16″	9 cm

Spex Arm Support Hardware

Seat Pan

Each	Quick Release	Swing-Down	Fixed Mount
Fixed	1156-0100-110	1156-0100-120	1156-0100-130
Fixed Kidz	1156-0200-110	1156-0200-120	1156-0200-130
Angle-Adjust	1156-0300-110	1156-0300-120	1156-0300-130

Seat Rail

Each	Quick Release	Swing-Down	Fixed Mount
Fixed	1156-0100-210	1156-0100-220	1156-0100-230
Fixed Kidz	1156-0200-210	1156-0200-220	1156-0200-230
Angle-Adjust	1156-0300-210	1156-0300-220	1156-0300-230

Spex Thigh Support Hardware

Seat Pan

Each	Quick Release	Swing-Down	Fixed Mount
Fixed	1156-0002-110	1256-0002-120	1156-0002-130
Axial	1156-0001-110	1156-0001-120	1156-0001-130

Seat Rail

Each	Quick Release	Swing-Down	Fixed Mount
Fixed	1156-0002-210	1156-0002-220	1156-0002-230
Axial	1156-0001-210	1156-0001-220	1156-0001-230

Spex Thigh and Arm Support Pads

Thigh Support Pads

Code	Size	A (mm)	B (mm)	E (mm)	PER
1156-1010-400	10″	265	90	35	EA
1156-1012-400	12″	310	95	35	EA
1156-1014-400	14″	360	130	50	EA
1156-1016-400	16″	410	135	50	EA
1156-1018-400	18″	460	145	50	EA
1156-1020-400	20″	510	160	50	EA

Arm Supports Pads

Code	Size	A (mm)	B (mm)	PER
1156-5811-400	1 Narrow	40	250	EA
1156-5812-400	2 Narrow	50	300	EA
1156-5813-400	3 Narrow	60	350	EA
1156-5821-400	1 Wide	70	250	EA
1156-5822-400	2 Wide	80	300	EA
1156-5823-400	3 Wide	90	350	EA

For custom arm or thigh supports please contact us.

Spex Hip Belts

2 Point

Centre Pull

2 Point Dual-Centre Pull

4 Point Side Pull

4 Point Centre Pull

4 Point Dual-Centre Pull

User or carer operated. Tensions at centre of buckle. Suits clients with low muscle tone or weakness.

User or carer operated. Tensions from both sides at centre of buckle. Suits clients needing greater adjustment. Accommodates clothing/weight changes.

Carer operated. Tensions from the rear of the pad pulling towards the centre, for more severe needs. Suits clients with high muscle tone.

User or carer operated. Tensions at centre of buckle. Suits clients with low muscle tone or weakness.

User or carer operated. Tensions from both sides at centre of buckle. Suits clients needing greater adjustment. Accommodates clothing/weight changes.

Harnesses

Hip Belt Style	X-Small	Small	Medium	Large
	Pad width 30cm	Pad width 36cm	Pad width 46cm	Pad width 56cm
2 Point Padded Centre Pull	1405-6210-XXX	1405-6211-XXX	1405-6211-XXX	1405-6211-XXX
2 Point Padded Dual Centre Pull	1405-6211-XXX	1405-6211-XXX	1405-6211-XXX	1405-6211-XXX
4 Point Padded Centre Pull	1405-6211-XXX	1405-6211-XXX	1405-6211-XXX	1405-6211-XXX
4 Point Padded Dual Centre Pull	1405-6211-XXX	1405-6211-XXX	1405-6211-XXX	1405-6211-XXX
4 Point Padded Side Pull	1405-6211-XXX	1405-6211-XXX	1405-6211-XXX	1405-6211-XXX

The last three digits of the code refer to the buckle type. See below table for buckle options.

Buckle Options

Side Release	Centre Release	Anti-Escape	Pen Popper	Easy Release Latch

-027	-028	-026	-025	-023
Simple and easy to click together and undo.	Robust design to keep the user positioned and safe.	Prevent users with challenging behaviour from releasing the buckle.	Requires a pen to prod the buckle mechanism to release open.	Simply lift the metal buckle flap and slide the buckle apart.

Note: These harnesses are a positioning device only. Do not use as a safety restraint in vehicles.

Spex Tray Tables

Size	Width	Depth	Black ABS Tray Top	Clear Polycarbonate Tray Top
Small	450 mm	450 mm	1311-7101-000	1311-7111-000
Medium	550 mm	550 mm	1311-7102-000	1311-7112-000
Large	650 mm	650 mm	1311-7103-000	1311-7113-000

Slide and Lock

Drop and Lock

Specifications

Weight Capacity

Size Options

Manta Lateral Wing Sizes

Back Support Size	10″-15″ (25.4-38 cm)	16″-20″ (41-51 cm)	21″+ (53 cm+)
Maximum Occupant Weight	200 lb (90 kg)	300 lb (136 kg)	Must use Heavy-Duty brackets 400 lb (180 kg)
Maximum Occupant Weight with Heavy-Duty brackets	300 lb (136 kg)	400 lb (180 kg)	Must use Heavy-Duty brackets 400 lb (180 kg)

Thickness of the back support padding is 4 cm. This thickness does not include any contouring support pads that are often placed between the back support padding and the back support shell to provide more precise support. Codes for Spare Outer Covers add a “-C”, for example: “1254-1214-000-C” .

Wheelchair Width	Height	Back Support Code
12″	14″	1254-1214-000
12″	16″	1254-1216-000
14″	16″	1254-1416-000
14″	18″	1254-1418-000
16″	18″	1254-1618-000
16″	20″	1254-1620-000
17″	18″	1254-1718-000
17″	20″	1254-1720-000
18″	18″	1254-1818-000
18″	20″	1254-1820-000
20″	18″	1254-2018-000
20″	20″	1254-2020-000

Size 0	Size 1	Size 2

Manta Back Support Size	Lateral Wings	Max. Internal Width (A)	Min. Internal Width (A)
10-12″	Size 0	Scripted Back Width -3.5″ (eg. 12″ Manta = 8.5″)	Scripted Back Width -4.5″ (eg. 12″ Manta = 7.5″)
13-15″	Size 1	Scripted Back Width -3.5″ (eg. 14″ Manta = 12″)	Scripted Back Width -5″ (eg. 14″ Manta = 9″)
16″+	Size 2	Scripted Back Width -1.5″ (eg. 16″ Manta = 14.5″)	Scripted Back Width -5″ (eg. 16″ Manta = 11″)