{"id":2057,"date":"2019-02-28T10:06:08","date_gmt":"2019-02-28T18:06:08","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.ergodirect.com\/blog\/?p=2057"},"modified":"2019-10-22T23:53:48","modified_gmt":"2019-10-23T06:53:48","slug":"how-to-choose-workrite-keyboard-trays","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.ergodirect.com\/blog\/how-to-choose-workrite-keyboard-trays\/","title":{"rendered":"How To Choose Workrite Keyboard Trays"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

We get these questions all the time!
What all do I need to buy an adjustable keyboard tray?
This is so confusing, where do I start?
I want a keyboard tray, why do I need a keyboard arm?
I have a cubicle with a corner, L-shaped worksurface. What options do I have to buy a keyboard tray? <\/p>\n\n\n\n

We decided to write a blog that will provide a guide about where to start with Workrite keyboards and accessories.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

First and foremost, start with the shape of your\nworksurface. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Having determined your worksurface, you have two options;\nyou can choose from Workrite\u2019s pre-configured keyboard systems or build your\nown keyboard system by combining various elements of your choice as long as\nthey are mutually compatible. A keyboard system allows you to install a\nkeyboard tray \u2013 a tray to hold your keyboard and mouse \u2013 underneath your desk\nso your typing zone is close to your thigh and your elbows are at an ergonomically\nhealthy 90-100 degrees angle. This angle will relax your shoulders and neck and\nkeep them relaxed throughout prolonged typing and working.   <\/p>\n\n\n\n

So what are the different elements of a keyboard system \u2013<\/p>\n\n\n\n

  1. Keyboard trays<\/a> \u2013 These trays are the platforms that hold the keyboard as well as mouse.<\/li>
  2. Keyboard Arms<\/a> \u2013 Arms impart adjustability to the keyboard tray \u2013 either stow them away after use, raise them above worksurface to stand and work or rotate them for a colleague to type. The arm attaches the tray to the track and slides back and forth inside the track.<\/li>
  3. Tracks<\/a> \u2013 Generally a rectangular metal track, usually 6\u201d- 8\u201d wide and 17\u201d- 22\u201d long, in installed underneath the desktop to accommodate the keyboard arm and make the tray movable. <\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n

    You can use the table below if you want to buy a Workrite pre-configured system. Please take note of the tilt and total height adjustability you need above and underneath the worksurface.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\t\n\n\t\n\t\n\t\n\t\n\t\n\t\n\t\n\t\n\t\n\t\n\t\n\t\n\t\n\t\n\t\n\t\n\t\n\t\n\t\n\t\n\t\n\t
    WORKRITE PRE-CONFIGURED KEYBOARD SYSTEMS AND COMPATIBILITY<\/th><\/td><\/td><\/td><\/td><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n
    Name of the system<\/td>Compatibility of Desk<\/td>Components<\/td>Tilt<\/td>Height adjustment<\/td>Features<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
    Metro6<\/td>Straight <\/td>Pinnacle EX arm + Metro platform + 22\" track<\/td>Negative tilt - 20 degrees
    \nPositive tilt - 10 degrees<\/td>    		6.5\" below desk, 2.38\" above desk<\/td>Mouse in line with keyboard tray, Palm Support included<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
    <\/td><\/td><\/td><\/td><\/td><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
    Banana Board<\/td>Straight, Diagonal Corner, Curved Corner, 90 degrees<\/td>3170 Pinnacle 2 arm + 17\", 22\" track + Banana Board (UB-2180s-25) Keyboard Platform<\/td>Negative tilt - 15 degrees
    \nPositive tilt - 10 degrees<\/td>    		6\" below desk<\/td>Most popular of WR's systems, Removable Palm Support, Sliding Reversible Mouse Surface<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
    <\/td><\/td><\/td><\/td><\/td><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
    Revo system<\/td>Straight, Diagonal Corner, Curved Corner, 90 degrees<\/td>3170 Pinnacle 2 arm + 17\", 22\" track + 2100FT Revo Keyboard Platform<\/td>Negative tilt - 15 degrees
    \nPositive tilt - 10 degrees<\/td>    		6\" below desk<\/td>Removable Palm Support, Mouse-over position<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
    <\/td><\/td><\/td><\/td><\/td><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
    S2S Compact system<\/td>Straight, Diagonal Corner 22\" or greater, 90 degrees<\/td>Pinnacle S2S arm + 17\", 22\" track + 25\" Compact Keyboard Platform<\/td>Negative tilt - 20 degrees
    \nPositive tilt - 10 degrees<\/td>    		6\" below desk, 16\" above desk<\/td>For compact keyboards less than 6\" deep, Highest vertical adjustability of the arm from 16\" above to 6\" below work surface to convert fixed height workstation to sit stand workstations, Palm Support included, Reversible Mouse platform<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
    <\/td><\/td><\/td><\/td><\/td><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
    S2S Ultrathin<\/td>Straight, Diagonal Corner 24\" or greater, 90 degrees<\/td>Pinnacle S2S arm + 17\", 22\" track + 27\" Standard Keyboard Platform<\/td>Negative tilt - 20 degrees
    \nPositive tilt - 10 degrees<\/td>    		6\" below desk, 16\" above desk<\/td>For compact keyboards less than 6\" deep, Highest vertical adjustability of the arm from 16\" above to 6\" below work surface to convert fixed height workstation to sit stand workstations, Palm Support included, Reversible Mouse platform<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
    <\/td><\/td><\/td><\/td><\/td><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
    Advantage Dual<\/td>Straight, Diagonal Corner 17\" or greater, Curved Corner 18\" or greater, 90 degrees<\/td>3175 Pinnacle 2 Value Keyboard Arm + 17\", 22\" track + 2100D Advantage Dual Keyboard Platform<\/td>Negative tilt - 15 degrees
    \nPositive tilt - 10 degrees<\/td>    		6\" below desk<\/td>Allows for instant change from right to left hand mousing, Removable Palm Support<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
    <\/td><\/td><\/td><\/td><\/td><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
    Advantage Single<\/td>Straight, Diagonal Corner 17\" or greater, Curved Corner 18\" or greater, 90 degrees<\/td>3175 Pinnacle 2 Value Keyboard Arm + 17\", 22\" track + 2110RL Advantage Single Keyboard Platform<\/td>Negative tilt - 15 degrees
    \nPositive tilt - 10 degrees<\/td>    		6\" below desk<\/td>Removable Palm Support<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
    <\/td><\/td><\/td><\/td><\/td><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
    Compact Platform<\/td>Straight<\/td>3175 Pinnacle 2 Value Keyboard Arm + 17\", 22\" track + 25\" Compact Platform<\/td>Negative tilt - 15 degrees
    \nPositive tilt - 10 degrees<\/td>    		6\" below desk<\/td>For compact keyboards less than 6\" deep, size permits full stowing even on 17\" track, Includes palm support, Reversible Mouse platform<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
    <\/td><\/td><\/td><\/td><\/td><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
    Standard Platform<\/td>Straight<\/td>3175 Pinnacle 2 Value Keyboard Arm + 17\", 22\" track + 27\" Standard Platform<\/td>Negative tilt - 15 degrees
    \nPositive tilt - 10 degrees<\/td>    		6\" below desk<\/td>Removable Palm Support, Reversible Mouse platform<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
    <\/td><\/td><\/td><\/td><\/td><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
    Fundamentals AKP01<\/td>Straight<\/td>173 arm + 17\", 22\" track + FD-AKP01 Keyboard Platform<\/td>Negative tilt - 15 degrees
    \nPositive tilt - 10 degrees<\/td>    		6\" below desk<\/td>Includes palm support<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
    <\/td><\/td><\/td><\/td><\/td><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
    Fundamentals AKP02<\/td>Straight, Diagonal Corner 17\" or greater, Curved Corner 18\" or greater, 90 degrees<\/td>3175 Pinnacle 2 Value Keyboard Arm + 17\", 22\" track + FD-AKP02 Keyboard Platform<\/td>Negative tilt - 15 degrees
    \nPositive tilt - 10 degrees<\/td>    		6\" below desk<\/td>Includes palm support, Reversible mouse surface<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n\n\n\n\n

    If you wish to build a keyboard system on your own by choosing the keyboard tray, track and keyboard arm individually, here’s what you can do. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

    1. Select a keyboard tray <\/a> Note, this is completely a matter of personal preference as it has to do with the layout and size of the tray.
      1. Also note, some of the units in this list are sold as complete systems (if one of those is selected, you can skip #2)<\/li><\/ol><\/li>
      2. Select a keyboard arm<\/a>