{"product_id":"firsstar-fdc50-patient-chair","title":"Firstar FDC50 Dental Chair","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eFirstar FDC50 Dental Chair\u003c\/strong\u003e builds on Firstar’s hydraulic chair platform with refined movement, premium upholstery, improved patient support, and a backrest shaped to create more working room for the clinician. It is designed for practices that want the durability of an all-metal hydraulic chair with a more elevated patient and operator experience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSoft-start and soft-stop hydraulic movement reduces abrupt transitions, while Firstar’s Spline Motion recline mechanism is designed to follow the patient’s natural movement as the chair reclines. An extra-thin, wide aluminum back casting balances broad patient support with increased leg clearance for the doctor and assistant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSoft-Start and Soft-Stop Hydraulic Movement\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe FDC50 uses a dual-hydraulic drive system with controlled starts and stops. This smoother movement can reduce the sudden sensation patients sometimes experience when a chair begins moving or reaches its selected position.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFour programmable memory positions allow the clinical team to save commonly used chair settings. The chair can then be moved consistently between patient entry, examination, treatment, and return positions with fewer repeated manual adjustments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSoft-start and soft-stop hydraulic drive\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDual-hydraulic lift and recline system\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFour programmable chair-memory positions\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e17-inch minimum seat height\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e30-inch maximum seat height\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e13-inch vertical lift range\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e50-degree chair swivel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSpline Motion Recline\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFirstar’s Spline Motion recline mechanism changes the relationship between the seat and backrest as the chair moves into treatment position. The motion is intended to cradle the patient and more closely follow the natural movement of the back, helping reduce upholstery bunching and pressure at the lower back.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis coordinated movement is particularly relevant during longer procedures, when small improvements in support and positioning can make a meaningful difference to the patient experience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCoordinated seat and backrest movement\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eRecline path designed to follow the patient’s natural posture\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eReduced bunching around the lower back during recline\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSmoother transitions into and out of treatment position\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eOperator Access and Head Positioning\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe FDC50 uses an extra-thin, wide die-cast aluminum back support. The width provides a broad support surface for the patient, while the reshaped lower casting creates additional leg clearance for the dental team.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eA dual-articulating, height-adjustable headrest provides independent control over the patient’s head and neck. The clinician can adjust the headrest for patient height and establish a working angle for access to either dental arch without relying entirely on full-chair movement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eExtra-thin, wide aluminum back casting\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eBackrest profile shaped for additional operator leg clearance\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDual-articulating headrest\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eHeight-adjustable headrest assembly\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFlexible positioning for maxillary and mandibular access\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eLow-Profile Armrests and Patient Entry\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe FDC50’s low-profile armrests use a single-handed button-lock mechanism. The armrests can be released and swung down without requiring a two-handed lever operation, simplifying patient entry, exit, and assisted seating.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhen locked in position, the armrests provide lateral patient support without adding unnecessary bulk around the treatment area.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eLow-profile swing-down armrests\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSingle-handed button-lock mechanism\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eOpen access for patient entry and dismissal\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eLow 17-inch entry height\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCollision-detection safety switch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003ePremium Ultraleather Upholstery\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSuper-plush Ultraleather upholstery is standard on the FDC50. The upholstered surface is designed to complement the chair’s Spline Motion recline and provide additional cushioning during both routine appointments and extended procedures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSuper-plush Ultraleather upholstery standard\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eMultiple Ultraleather color options\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eWide, supportive backrest profile\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eMatching Firstar doctor and assistant stools available separately\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eMetal Construction and Capacity\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe FDC50 uses die-cast aluminum for the base and back support and cast iron for the main chair frame. These load-bearing metal components provide a stable platform for the hydraulic drive, swivel mechanism, and compatible chair-mounted delivery equipment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDie-cast aluminum base\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCast-iron chair frame\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDie-cast aluminum back support\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePublished maximum hydraulic lift capacity of 500 pounds\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCurrent published maximum patient weight of 325 pounds when configured with a delivery system\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical Overview\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eModel:\u003c\/strong\u003e FDC50\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eManufacturer item number:\u003c\/strong\u003e 13000\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDrive system:\u003c\/strong\u003e Soft-start\/soft-stop dual hydraulic\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLift direction:\u003c\/strong\u003e Single-direction hydraulic lift\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRecline:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bidirectional hydraulic recline with Spline Motion\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProgrammable positions:\u003c\/strong\u003e Four\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMinimum seat height:\u003c\/strong\u003e 17 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaximum seat height:\u003c\/strong\u003e 30 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSeat-height range:\u003c\/strong\u003e 13 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eChair swivel:\u003c\/strong\u003e 50 degrees\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaximum hydraulic lift capacity:\u003c\/strong\u003e 500 pounds\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaximum patient weight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 325 pounds with delivery system, according to the current manufacturer page\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBase:\u003c\/strong\u003e Die-cast aluminum\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFrame:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cast iron\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBack support:\u003c\/strong\u003e Extra-thin, wide die-cast aluminum\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStandard upholstery:\u003c\/strong\u003e Super-plush Ultraleather\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFDC38 or FDC50?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBoth chairs share hydraulic positioning, four programmable memory positions, a 17-to-30-inch seat-height range, a 50-degree swivel, metal structural components, and an articulating headrest. The FDC38 is the more straightforward platform with standard Naugasoft upholstery, conventional synchronized movement, and lever-lock armrests.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe FDC50 adds soft-start and soft-stop movement, Spline Motion recline, an extra-thin wide back casting, single-handed button-lock armrests, and super-plush Ultraleather upholstery as standard. Those upgrades make it the stronger fit when patient comfort, refined movement, and clinician leg clearance carry greater weight in the purchasing decision.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eIs the Firstar FDC50 Right for Your Practice?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe FDC50 is suited to high-use general and specialty operatories, longer procedures, and practices looking for a more premium patient-chair experience without giving up durable hydraulic and metal construction. 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