The versatile car seat for complex needs
The IPAI MAX is a specialised car seat designed for children and young people who need more support than a standard booster can offer.
With tilt-in-space, recline, adjustable lateral trunk supports and a 5-point harness, it helps maintain a safe and comfortable posture during vehicle travel. A 90° swivel base, ISOFIX installation and tool-free adjustments make transfers and everyday use easier for families and caregivers.
The IPAI MAX Vehicle Seat is a special purpose car seat for children and young people who require more support than a standard booster can provide. It offers growth-adjustable postural support for users approximately 100–150 cm tall. For smaller children within a more compact size range (100–125 cm), the IPAI Mini Car Seat is also available. A conversion kit allows the IPAI MINI to be upgraded to the IPAI MAX configuration as the child grows.
A 90° swivel base assists with transfers by rotating towards the vehicle door before locking securely for travel. Tilt-in-space, stepless recline and integrated lateral trunk supports promote aligned, supported posture, while tool-free tilt and ISOFIX depth adjustments make positioning simple.
The option of a reduced-access buckle provides support for users at risk of unbuckling. Modular accessories — including foot supports, medial thigh supports, seat depth extenders and an upper limb support tray — allow the seat to be tailored over time. The IPAI MAX is crash tested to ECE R129 and assessed through AuSAP for added safety confidence.
Designed for children who would benefit from:
- Enhanced postural support in the vehicle: Tilt-in-space, recline and lateral supports to help maintain midline posture and head control.
- Improved pelvic and trunk stability: Lateral trunk supports and 5-point harness help maintain a stable, aligned sitting position.
- Optimised comfort on longer journeys: Tilt and recline options can help with pain, fatigue, tone and endurance.
- Support for behaviours of concern: The option of a reduced-access/anti-escape buckle and integrated harness help reduce the risk of unbuckling or leaving the seat.
- Ability to adapt for growth: Back height, seat depth and padding can be adjusted over time, reducing the need for frequent seat changes.
The Australian Safety Assessment Program (AuSAP) independently assessed the IPAI MAX Car Seat. For more information about AuSAP visit
MACA’s Australian Safety Assessment Program (AuSAP) independently assesses the safety and performance of specialty vehicle restraint systems used by children and young people with disabilities and medical conditions.
It aims to support and advance safe motor vehicle transport for children and young people with disabilities and medical conditions.
AuSAP assessed products are published on MACA’s National Product Register.
| User height | 100–150 cm |
|---|---|
| Seat width | 26 / 32 cm |
| Seat depth | 30 / 33 cm |
| Back height | 38–56 cm |
| Approx. product weight | 12 kg |
| Tilt-in-space | Yes |
| Swivel base | Yes (requires ISOFIX) |
| Growth adjustable | Yes |
| Foot support available | Yes |
| Tray / forearm support | Yes |
| ISOFIX required | Essential |
| Rear-facing | No |
| Support pad options | Yes |
| Standard / regulations | ECE R129 |
| Anti-escape features | Yes (reduced-access buckle) |
| Recline | Yes |
Product Codes:
- [4080-1000-000] IPAI MAX Car Seat Package
