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North Bayou F80 Gas Spring Single Monitor Arm

Budget Ergonomic Setup, Home Office, Dual Monitor Productivity, Gaming Workstation

Overview

The North Bayou F80 is arguably the best-selling budget monitor arm globally, offering gas spring adjustability at a price point that rivals basic fixed arms. It supports monitors from 17 to 32 inches weighing up to 14.3 lbs (6.5 kg) with a smooth pneumatic lift system. The F80 features full articulation including 360° swivel, ±45° tilt, and 360° screen rotation for portrait mode. With built-in cable management and dual mounting options (C-clamp and grommet), it delivers 90% of the functionality of premium arms at under $30. It is especially popular in Vietnam and across Asia as the go-to budget monitor arm.

Key Highlights

  • Best-value gas spring arm on the market — offers smooth height adjustment at a fraction of the cost of premium brands, extremely popular in Asian markets
  • Supports monitors from 2.2 to 14.3 lbs (1.0–6.5 kg) — suitable for most 17–32 inch displays with a simple gas spring tension adjustment
  • Full motion range: 360° rotation at the pole, +90°/-45° tilt, and 360° screen rotation for portrait mode
  • Two mounting options: C-clamp (desk edge up to 3.5" / 89 mm) and grommet mount (hole diameter 0.4–2.8" / 10–70 mm)
  • Built-in cable management channels keep wires organized and hidden along the arm

Technical Specifications

Brand North Bayou
Model North Bayou F80 Gas Spring Single Monitor Arm
Weight Capacity 2.2–14.3 lbs (1.0–6.5 kg)
VESA Compatibility 75×75 mm and 100×100 mm
Max Monitor Size 32 inches diagonal
Arm Reach 18.1 inches (460 mm) from pole center to VESA plate
Vertical Range 12.6 inches (320 mm) along the pole
Tilt Range 90° upward / 45° downward
Mount Types C-clamp (up to 3.5" / 89 mm thick) and grommet mount (0.4–2.8" / 10–70 mm hole)
Dimensions 240 x 120 x 100 mm (9.4 x 4.7 x 3.9 in) — package; installed reach: 460 mm (18.1 in) from pole center to VESA plate