new 24" iMac weight + tempered glass desk

[3460169]

I just placed an order for the 24" iMac. Apple lists the weight of this machine as 25 lbs. I intend for it to be my primary desktop machine, claiming its residence atop my computer desk which is made of 8mm-thick tempered glass and aluminum framing.

My only concern is that 25 lbs might be too heavy for the glass. Unfortunately I cannot find a maximum load specification for the desk anywhere. If I can find the manufacturer's number I'll certainly call them but I can't find that either. So, anyone here have a similar setup and care to comment? Coming home and finding shattered glass and 2 grand of mangled hardware wouldn't make for a happy time!

Thanks

 

[Chris.]

I have a glass table with a 20" iMac and a 23" LCD on it, had the iMac on the table for over a year now and haven't had any problems. The glass looks stronger than you think .

 

[rgarjr]

im sure it'll be alright.

 

[munkees]

I have a 24" iMac on the a glass desk, not a problem, I guess the iMac stand sit on the support bar, so all the pressure is not on the glass, but the glass has no trouble supporting the weight.

 

[harmonica01]

same thickness as my desk at home. The load capacity for mine is 78lbs. Currently holds ****tons of books my LG screen which is considerably heavier than the imac or cinema display just fine.

 

[3460169]

Great, thanks for the feedback everyone.

 

[Angelo95210]

Hehe I am asking myself the same question, as I am intending to buy this desktop (and for the same mac as you)

Edit : this picture is from the IKEA catalog

 

[chrono1081]

Ooo Thats a nice desk!

 

[Yakuza]

there's only one major thing missing in that desktop, that's very important


a mouse pad lololol, the mouse just will not work on the glass

rather then that, it's amazing how can someone design a full desktop computer, and making the desktop so clean, not having wires to fill it up

 

[Angelo95210]

there's only one major thing missing in that desktop, that's very important


a mouse pad lololol, the mouse just will not work on the glass

rather then that, it's amazing how can someone design a full desktop computer, and making the desktop so clean, not having wires to fill it up

hhhhhoooooo wait a sec ! that's a good one ! thanks !

I didn't think to this... and I hate mousepads... hmmm... Just do not want to go further on this thread because I have created a new post on my new desk choice lol

 

[mrsir2009]

It'll be fine. For tables they usually use strong glass so it can hold a fair bit of weight.

 

[Sun Baked]

With 8-mm or 1/4 inch glass, I wouldn't worry too much.

However if it was the standard $49-99 glass tables with tempered glass the same thickness as window glass -- then I'd worry. Since that glass would likely hold it, but be much nearer to the load limit (and dropping an iPhone may risk shattering it).

If you've got a really spectacular table frame, and want to upgrade later, likely there is a architectual/decorator glass shop in your area that will cut/bevel/engrave/sandblast a custom glass table top for you.

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Note: If you are really worried about the glass, or have kids, you can always order a package or security film/tint to add on the underside ... that'll keep it together if it breaks. When paired with some 1 inch tempered glass they now tout a the level bullet resistance the film adds. For cheap glass you'd probably end up with a giant fruit roll up made of glass.

 

[Serif]

Oddly enough I was Googling for pretty much the same information the original poster was looking for and for much the same reason. I'm about to buy the new 27" iMac and have a Jahnke Flatline glass desk, 1.4m wide with 8mm toughened glass. The weight of the iMac has gone up to 30.5lb and I can't find load ratings anywhere. Everything I've seen so far however seems to indicate I've still got a fairly large safety margin with that setup.