Description
Gel-T Cushion is a wheelchair cushion from Span-America for wheelchair users who sit for extended periods and need pressure and shear management. It layers gel over the cushion core for added pressure distribution, in the sizes listed.
- Layers gel over the cushion core for added pressure distribution, in the sizes listed
- Contoured or flat geometry matched to the seating need named in each size, across the 17 x 17 in to Cushion, Gel-T F/Wheelchair W/Cvr 19"X19"X2.5" sizes
- Anti-slip cover options help the cushion stay positioned on the seat, starting with the 17 x 17 in build
- Manufacturer size run covers standard and bariatric seat dimensions (sold as EA/1, 9 sizes)
The Gel-T Cushion is part of the Span-America patient care line sold through MedicalEx for wheelchair users who sit for extended periods and need pressure and shear management. Its design layers gel over the cushion core for added pressure distribution, in the sizes listed. This product is offered in 9 configurations, covering 17 x 17 in through Cushion, Gel-T F/Wheelchair W/Cvr 19"X19"X2.5", each sold exactly as listed. The 9 configurations here use the manufacturer's own SKUs, and each ships in the packaging named in its listing. Before ordering, MedicalEx can check the configuration against the manufacturer's documentation for the setting it will serve.
Features and Benefits
Design and Performance
It layers gel over the cushion core for added pressure distribution, in the sizes listed. The manufacturer rates this cushion at 250 lbs and that rating frames how it is selected for a user.
- Layers gel over the cushion core for added pressure distribution, in the sizes listed
- Contoured or flat geometry matched to the seating need named in each size, across the 17 x 17 in to Cushion, Gel-T F/Wheelchair W/Cvr 19"X19"X2.5" sizes
- Anti-slip cover options help the cushion stay positioned on the seat, starting with the 17 x 17 in build
Fit and Configuration
The range runs from 17 x 17 in to Cushion, Gel-T F/Wheelchair W/Cvr 19"X19"X2.5", the manufacturer's own configurations for this family. Each is listed in full, and packaging follows the listing exactly.
- 9 configurations: 17 x 17 in, 18 x 18 in, 18 x 16 in (Series 801816-05), 20 x 18 in, 16 x 16 in, 18 x 16 in (Series 801618-05)
- Sold as listed, in the manufacturer's packaging
Product Specifications
| Product Type | Wheelchair Cushion |
| Brand | Span-America |
| Manufacturer | Span-America Medical Systems, a Savaria Patient Care company |
| Sizes | 17 x 17 in, 18 x 18 in, 18 x 16 in (Series 801816-05), 20 x 18 in, 16 x 16 in, 18 x 16 in (Series 801618-05), 24 x 18 in, 22 x 18 in, Cushion, Gel-T F/Wheelchair W/Cvr 19"X19"X2.5" |
| Weight Capacity | 250 lbs |
| SKUs | 8017-05, 8018-05, 801816-05, 802018-05, 8016-05, 801618-05, B802418-05, B802218-05, 8019-05 |
| Sold As | EA/1 |
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Why Choose the Gel-T Cushion?
For care teams choosing in the Seating Solutions category, this cushion is the manufacturer's own answer, in the configurations listed here, from 17 x 17 in to Cushion, Gel-T F/Wheelchair W/Cvr 19"X19"X2.5". The manufacturer rates it at 250 lbs, and the 9 configurations here cover the range this family serves.
- Shear control in the seat – the segmented Geo-Matt surface moves with the user – repositioning drags less on skin during long sits (17 x 17 in to Cushion, Gel-T F/Wheelchair W/Cvr 19"X19"X2.5")
- Sizes that match the chair – the manufacturer's own size run for this family – the cushion fits the seat instead of being trimmed to it (9 configurations here)
- Cover matched to the setting – anti-slip and SoftSkin builds are named per configuration – the cushion stays where it is placed (sold as EA/1, first SKU 8017-05, 9 configurations)
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I pick the right cushion size?
Match the cushion width and depth to the wheelchair seat measurements, keeping a small clearance at the sides, across the 17 x 17 in to Cushion, Gel-T F/Wheelchair W/Cvr 19"X19"X2.5" sizes here. The sizes listed for this product are the manufacturer's own size run for the family, from 17 x 17 in to Cushion, Gel-T F/Wheelchair W/Cvr 19"X19"X2.5".
Does the cushion include a cover?
Configurations state the cover in their name where one is included, such as anti-slip or SoftSkin covers, in the 9 configurations listed. The cushion is sold as listed for the selected configuration, across its 9 sizes.
What sizes or configurations are available?
It is offered in 9 configurations: 17 x 17 in, 18 x 18 in, 18 x 16 in (Series 801816-05), 20 x 18 in, 16 x 16 in, 18 x 16 in (Series 801618-05), 24 x 18 in, 22 x 18 in, Cushion, Gel-T F/Wheelchair W/Cvr 19"X19"X2.5". The price shown follows the configuration selected, and each is sold exactly as listed.
How is this product packaged?
The 17 x 17 in configuration (SKU 8017-05) is sold as EA/1, and every configuration here carries its own listed packaging. The price applies to the package as listed, and the packaging is not split or repacked.
What should I check before ordering?
Confirm the size, fit or configuration the care plan calls for, because this family is offered in 9 configurations starting with 17 x 17 in. MedicalEx can check the choice against the manufacturer's documentation first.
What is the weight capacity?
The manufacturer rates this cushion at 250 lbs, across the 17 x 17 in to Cushion, Gel-T F/Wheelchair W/Cvr 19"X19"X2.5" configurations. Staying within the rated 250 lbs keeps the support and performance this cushion was designed to deliver.
Who should I contact with questions before ordering?
Contact MedicalEx with the configuration or SKU you are considering and the setting it will be used in. We can confirm the configuration details against the manufacturer's presentation before the order is placed.
