Step 12 of 17
IDÅSEN desk step 12 of 17: Fix the cable net under the top
Lay the top upside down and lay the net on it. At each of the net’s 6 holes push a fitting (130884) through into the top, and tap a pin (130886) into the fitting with a hammer. Then turn the top over.
Tools: Hammer
- Cables you want out of sight can lie in the net.
All 17 steps
- 1 Push the beam’s sections together
- 2 Set the beam to 120 cm and bolt it
- 3 Turn the beam over and fit the columns
- 4 Screw the columns to the beam
- 5 Screw on the end plates
- 6 Push the legs onto the columns
- 7 Screw the legs to the columns
- 8 Fit the glides and turn the frame over
- 9 Lay in the motor cable
- 10 Connect the power cable
- 11 Plug in the paddle
- 12 Fix the cable net under the top
- 13 Plug it in and raise the frame
- 14 Lower the top onto the frame common mistake
- 15 Bolt the top to the end plates
- 16 Screw on the paddle
- 17 Level the desk and try the paddle
00Overall
The outer size is IKEA's published size, the height as far as it adjusts.
01Elevations
Drawn from our 3D model, to scale. Point at a part to find it in the list below; click it to jump there.
02Parts / cut list
| Part | Name | Qty | T | W | L | Material |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A | Beam, middle sectionThe middle of the beam that joins the two columns. The end sections slide inside it.38 × 84 × 490 mm | ×1 | 38 mm | 84 mm | 490 mm | Steel, epoxy/polyester powder coating |
| B | Beam, left sectionOne end of the beam. It slides inside the middle section, and its position sets the desk for a 120 or a 160 cm top.39 × 78 × 448 mm | ×1 | 39 mm | 78 mm | 448 mm | Steel, epoxy/polyester powder coating |
| C | Beam, right sectionOne end of the beam. It slides inside the middle section, and its position sets the desk for a 120 or a 160 cm top.39 × 78 × 448 mm | ×1 | 39 mm | 78 mm | 448 mm | Steel, epoxy/polyester powder coating |
| D | Left lifting columnAn electric lifting column: three steel tubes one inside the other, with a motor, and at the end a box with the sockets for the cables. The box goes into the end of the beam.72 × 72 × 460 mm | ×1 | 72 mm | 72 mm | 460 mm | Steel, epoxy/polyester powder coating |
| E | Right lifting columnAn electric lifting column: three steel tubes one inside the other, with a motor, and at the end a box with the sockets for the cables. The box goes into the end of the beam.72 × 72 × 460 mm | ×1 | 72 mm | 72 mm | 460 mm | Steel, epoxy/polyester powder coating |
| F | Left end plateScrewed across each end of the beam. The tabs at its two ends carry the top: 2 holes in each.46 × 56 × 480 mm | ×1 | 46 mm | 56 mm | 480 mm | Steel, epoxy/polyester powder coating |
| G | Right end plateScrewed across each end of the beam. The tabs at its two ends carry the top: 2 holes in each.46 × 56 × 480 mm | ×1 | 46 mm | 56 mm | 480 mm | Steel, epoxy/polyester powder coating |
| H | Left legGoes over the column, and carries a glide under each end of its foot.80 × 530 × 660 mm | ×1 | 80 mm | 530 mm | 660 mm | Steel, epoxy/polyester powder coating |
| J | Right legGoes over the column, and carries a glide under each end of its foot.80 × 530 × 660 mm | ×1 | 80 mm | 530 mm | 660 mm | Steel, epoxy/polyester powder coating |
| K | TabletopIts underside has the holes for the net’s fittings, the threaded holes for the end plates’ bolts and small holes for the paddle.30 × 700 × 1200 mm | ×1 | 30 mm | 700 mm | 1200 mm | Particle- and fibreboard with a honeycomb of recycled paper; ash veneer, stain and clear acrylic lacquer; plastic edging |
| L | PaddleTilt it up to raise the desk, press it down to lower it. IKEA’s part numbers are 199853 in grey and 199854 in beige.26 × 76 × 110 mm | ×1 | 26 mm | 76 mm | 110 mm | — |
The parts' sizes are our 3D model's own estimates: close, not measured. The desk’s size and height range and the fasteners’ sizes are IKEA’s; the beam’s sections, the columns, the legs and where the holes are are our own estimates, so they are close, not measured. IKEA publishes only the outer size.
03Tools & materials
| Tools | ||
|---|---|---|
| Hex key, 5 mmThe longer key, in the box: for the socket screws 100181 and the round-headed screws 149697. | In the box 124345 · 5 mm, 100 × 50 mm | |
| Hex key, 6 mmThe thicker key, in the box: only for the 4 large socket screws 159171 in the legs’ feet. | In the box 100049 · 6 mm, 86 × 36 mm | |
| Cross-head screwdriverNot in the box: for the paddle’s 2 long screws. | You need it | |
| HammerNot in the box: to tap the net’s 6 pins into their fittings. | You need it | |
| Spirit levelNot in the box: lay it on the top while you turn the glides. | You need it | |
| Materials | ||
| Steel, epoxy/polyester powder coating | ABCDEFGHJ | |
| Particle- and fibreboard with a honeycomb of recycled paper; ash veneer, stain and clear acrylic lacquer; plastic edging | K | |
04Hardware
| ×16 | Socket screw | 100181 | M6 × 16 mm | Zinc-plated steel, class 8.8, hex 5 socket |
| ×8 | Flange nut | 104875 | M6, 10 mm across flats | Zinc-plated steel, class 8, serrated flange |
| ×12 | Round-headed screw | 149697 | M6 × 12 mm | Zinc-plated steel, class 8.8, hex 5 socket, serrated, thread-locking |
| ×4 | Large socket screw | 159171 | M8 × 16 mm | Zinc-plated steel, class 8.8, hex 6 socket |
| ×4 | Glide | 111032 | 50 × 13 mm, M10 × 20 mm stud | Black polypropylene |
| ×1 | Cable net | no number in the manual | ||
| ×6 | Fitting | 130884 | 10 × 13.5 mm | Grey plastic (PA6 with glass fibre) |
| ×6 | Snap pin | 130886 | 4.5 × 15 mm | Grey plastic (PA6) |
| ×2 | Long screw | 109568 | 4.5 × 35 mm | Waxed, zinc-plated steel, Pozidriv PZ2 |
| ×1 | Motor cable | 199852 | 1.2 m, 6 pins | |
| ×1 | Power cable | 199842 | 3.5 m, 2 pins | |
| ×1 | Power unit | 199840 |
Questions
Which width do I set the beam to?
For this 120×70 cm top, slide the end sections in until the holes near the middle line up, and fix them with 8 socket screws (100181) and 8 flange nuts (104875). A 160×80 cm top uses the holes further out, with the same 8 of each.
Which hex key goes with which screw?
The 5 mm key (124345) fits the socket screws 100181 and the round-headed screws 149697. The 6 mm key (100049) fits only the 4 large socket screws 159171 in the legs’ feet.
How do I raise and lower the IDÅSEN desk?
With the power unit plugged in, tilt the paddle up to raise the desk and press it down to lower it. It goes from 63 to 127 cm.
Which side does the paddle go on?
Either side of the front edge. Lead its cable out of the beam on the side you choose.
How much weight does it hold?
IKEA’s product page gives 70 kg, spread over the top; the instructions in the box draw 75 kg. Do not put it all in one spot.
The desk rocks. What do I do?
Lay a spirit level on the top and turn the glides under the feet by hand until the top is level.
Safety
From the instructions: spread the load over the top and do not put it all in one spot. IKEA’s product page gives a maximum load of 70 kg. Check now and then that the fastenings are tight, and tighten them again if needed.
About this guide
This is an independent 3D engineering guide modeled from physical hardware specifications and standard fastener part numbers so you can identify your pieces before building. The outer size, 120 × 70 × 63–127 cm, is IKEA's published size. The desk’s size and height range and the fasteners’ sizes are IKEA’s; the beam’s sections, the columns, the legs and where the holes are are our own estimates, so they are close, not measured. The 3D runs faster than real hands do.
IKEA’s product page gives a maximum load of 70 kg; the instructions in the box draw 75 kg, spread over the top and not in one spot. Keep to the lower figure.
The manufacturer's instructions are on IKEA's product page (PDF). If something here differs from the manual in your box, follow the manual.
The 3D models, drawings and text are our own. IKEA and IDÅSEN are named only to say which product this guide is for.