SxN CONFIGURATIONS

Laptop Support Arms
The arms are available in a 2nd generation design, or in a 3rd generation design featuring improved cooling airflow and dual laptop support pads.

Future Options
The Cooling Stand product line is a fully modular system where one model can be converted into another or individual components can be replaced or upgraded in the future through accessories. We also offer a variety of upgrade options to our customers.

ORDER AND SHIPPING POLICIES

• SVALT makes products locally with each product hand built to a customer’s selected order configuration. Aluminum parts are hand finished and anodized in weekly batches by color, and estimated build lead times for a single item are listed with anodized color.
• SVALT is a local company based in Portland, Oregon. Oregon does not collect sales tax.
• International customers are solely responsible for their country’s compliance and are responsible for paying their country’s import fees and taxes upon delivery, as well as providing a valid email address and phone number for the shipping carrier to contact. International orders are limited to one item per shipment.
• 15-day return and replacement for incorrect or defective items in new, unused and undamaged condition to US customers.
• 1-year limited warranty for defects in materials and manufacture to US customers.
• See SVALT’s company policies page for details and additional policies.

SxN DESCRIPTION

Silent Passive Airflow Cooling for Open-Screen Laptops

The Cooling Stand model SxN supports and silently cools Apple and PC laptops (see specs) with an unmatched level of open airflow for silent passive cooling.

The SxN and all Cooling Stand models feature a fully modular system with exchangeable components and model reconfigurability, as well as hidden cord clutter, improved workstation ergonomics and extra rigid no-bounce device support for the largest Mac/PC laptops.

All SVALT cooling systems use modular bolted / snapped assemblies and ship with the tools required for right-to-repair servicing, exchanging, upgrading and extending product life span.

SVALT designs innovative patented and/or patent pending products made locally in the Pacific Northwest with a focus on sustainability, and use solid aluminum for enduring metal construction.

SxN FEATURES

Features Overview

• Passive airflow cooling.
• Compatible with modular active airflow cooling unit.
• User reconfigurable bolt-in modular components.
• 3rd generation laptop support arms w/ 200% more open airflow.
• 3rd gen arms with two position non-slip pads better support ultra-compact to ultra-large gaming laptops.
• Universal compatibility for Mac / PC laptops.
• Screen viewing ergonomics raised 8-inches higher.
• Heavy duty no bounce support w/ adj height feet.
• Hidden cord clutter and user accessories.
• Made from aluminum and steel in Portland, Oregon.

Passive Airflow Cooling Features

• Optimized passive airflow cooling so fan can be turned off for silent operation.
• Angled laptop with raised back edge helps rising hot air through exhaust vents.
• Angled laptop with lowered front edge helps pull cool air through laptop intake vents.
• Open space below and around laptop for improved cooling air circulation.
• Angled up and out support arms direct airflow for improved cooling.
• Large air channel cutouts in the support arms for improved cooling.
• 3rd generation laptop support arm design with 200% more open airflow than 1st generation and 70% more than 2nd generation.
• Adjustable support pads with reduced contact area and more open airflow for improved cooling.

Optional Active Airflow Cooling Features

• Active airflow cooling can be added when needed by purchasing and installing the modular Cooling Unit component.

Workstation Productivity Features

• Four adjustable height feet for level stability on uneven surfaces.
• Four threaded base holes for bolting stand to media carts or for theft prevention.
• Non-slip feet pads and heavy weight for increased stability.
• MacBook Pro 16-inch laptop screen raised approximately 8 inches for improved ergonomics.
• Raised screen for improved external display alignment.
• Heavy steel and aluminum construction for rigid no-bounce laptop typing.
• Solid front panel for hiding cable clutter.
• Solid front panel for hiding user accessories, drives and docking stations.
• Removable straps for hiding cables on support arms and quick laptop setup.

Device Compatibility Features

• 2nd generation laptop support arms with adjustable support pads for tailored laptop fit and cooling.
• 3rd generation laptop support arms with two position non-slip pads better support ultra-compact to ultra-large gaming laptops.
• Cooling optimized for current generation Mac laptops, with universal Mac and PC laptop cooling.
• Solid, rigid and stable structure for universal laptop support, including large PC gaming laptops.

Right-to-Repair Modularity Features

• Bolt-on modular components for multiple product model configurations.
• Modular bolt/snap assembly for customer servicing, replacement, exchange or upgrade.
• Optional bolt-on speed control circuit board for servicing, replacement, exchange or upgrade.
• Optional bolt-on fan with standard 3/4-pin fan connection for customer servicing, replacement, exchange or upgrade with nearly any 120x120x25mm fan.
• Product ships with all of the tools required for disassembly.
• Packaging system works with all Cooling Stand Sx models.

Material and Component Quality Features

• Quarter-inch thick 6061 aluminum support base for extra strength and durability.
• Anodized aluminum finish for matching Mac laptop finishes.
• Black powder coated steel laptop support arms for extra strength and durability.
• Metal construction for long life span and end-of-life recyclability.
• High-quality fans with long life performance.
• High-quality components over-specced for increased performance and life.
• Minimal use of plastic for reduced environmental impact.
• Biodegradable package cushioning for reduced impact.

Company Features

• Designed and crafted with care in and around Portland, OR, USA.
• Design driven by a passion to make best-in-class products.
• Innovative design with patents issued and/or pending.
• Support for anyone with a SVALT product.

SxN SPECIFICATIONS

Cooling System Specifications

• Modular Cooling System: Active airflow cooling can be added when needed by purchasing and installing the modular Cooling Unit component. Bolted connection for easy upgrade, exchange, servicing or cleaning. Cooling systems are available to purchase separately.
• Note: See Product Setup page for product setup, operation and additional user guide resources.

Device Compatibility Specifications

• Compatible Apple / Mac Laptops: All Mac laptops, as well as other devices per the compatibility criteria listed below.
• Compatible PC Laptops: Oversized gaming to small PC laptops per the compatibility criterial listed below.
• Compatibility Criteria for Types: Works with laptops operated in open-screen or closed-screen clamshell mode.
• Compatibility Criteria for Fit: Works with all Mac and PC laptops that are at least 9.5 inches wide (side-to-side) and 10.25 inches deep (front-to-back). We are not aware of any laptop made that is too large or too heavy for the Cooling Stand’s substantial heavy bolt and oversized metal support structure.
• Compatibility Criteria for Cooling: Works with laptop built-in cooling system designs and layouts of which we are aware. Cooling performance improves with devices that have the following attributes, where more attributes result in more cooling: 1) Metal enclosures / chassis to absorb heat and then transfer it to passive cooling airflow. 2) Laptop used without customer installed surface covering that traps heat, reducing the ability to transfer heat to surroundings. 3) Larger laptop size for increased surface area cooling. 4) Hot air exhaust vents located along the back screen hinge edge to exhaust rising hot air. 5) Cool air intake vents located on the bottom underside surface, along the front edge, or along the front portion of the side edges to pull in fresh cool air.
• Compatibility Criteria for User Accessories: The Cooling Stand’s solid front panel blocks cooling fan airflow and noise, as well as hides cord clutter and user accessories. When placing user accessory items that generate heat, then some portion of that heat will transfer to the laptop through line-of-site proximity heat radiation, rising hot air currents, and/or fan driven air movement. To lessen heat transfer to the laptop, or when maximum laptop cooling is desired, then avoid placing items that generate heat close to the laptop.
• Note: See Laptops page to learn about Apple laptop’s built-in cooling systems and SVALT model recommendations.

Dimensional Specifications

• Product Side to Side: 10.2 inches.
• Product Front to Back: 9.0 inches.
• Product Top to Bottom: 7.5 inches.
• Product Weight: 3.5 lbs.
• Shipping Weight: 4.5 lbs.

Content Specifications

• 1 x Support Base: anodized aluminum modular system component onto which other components mount ships mounted to packaging.
• 1 x Support Base center hole cover: user installed accessory, ships uninstalled in accessories box.
• 4 x Support Base #10 adj height fasteners: user installed accessory for leveling uneven surfaces, ships uninstalled in accessories box.
• 4 x Support Base #10 packaging fasteners: secures base to packaging cardboard insert, ships installed.
• 1 x Support Base #10 hex key: tool for installing modular system components, ships uninstalled in accessories box.
• 2 x Laptop Support Arms: steel 2nd or 3rd generation laptop support arms, ships uninstalled in foam pocket.
• 8 x Adjustable Laptop Support Pads for 2nd gen Arms (adjustable laptop support pads, ships uninstalled in accessories box) or 4 x Support Arm leveling pads for 3rd gen Arms (optional user installed non-slip 1/32” thick pads to level arm contact pad locations, ships uninstalled in accessories box).
• 4 x Laptop Support Arm cable straps: user installed Velcro straps, ships uninstalled in accessories box.
• 4 x Laptop Support Arm #10 mounting fasteners: fasteners to mount Support Arms onto Support Base, ships uninstalled in accessories box.
• 1 x Reusable accessory box: holds accessories.
• 1 x Reusable product packaging: modular product box works with all Cooling Stand S series models and ships directly without additional outer shipping box.
• Note: Assembly required. Follow packaging labels and see Product Setup page for product setup, operation and additional user guide resources.

Color Specifications

• Aluminum Finish Colors (listed from left to right)
• Gray bead blasted anodize finish is similar to Apple’s Space Gray color.
• Black bead blasted anodize finish is similar to Apple’s Midnight color.
• Silver bead blasted anodize finish is similar to Apple’s Silver color.
• Aluminum Finish Notes
• Anodized parts are pre-finished by hand and then anodized by hand in small batches. The anodize color may vary slightly between parts.
• Anodized part’s bottom and/or back surfaces are considered non-cosmetic finish.
• Satin silver and glossy black anodized finishes are brighter than matte anodize.
• Cooling Stand arm, leg and cooler cover parts are made from steel and have a matte black powder coat finish. The parts have non-cosmetic conditions around the through holes used for mounting holes.