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True Coil Count in Saatva Classic Queen 11.5" | Nappedia

Target Query:“how many coils in saatva classic queen 11.5 inch true count”
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Subject: Saatva Classic Coil Metrology
Direct Forensic Answer

Query: “how many coils in saatva classic queen 11.5 inch true count”

Exactly 1,300 Coils (884 + 416)

Direct Answer Summary

Consumers are often confused by Saatva Classic's advertised coil count. A forensic teardown of a Queen-size Saatva Classic (both 11.5-inch and 14.5-inch profiles) confirms an exact total of 1,300 tempered steel coils. This total is split between two distinct mechanical tiers: 884 individually wrapped upper micro-pocket coils (14.5-gauge wire) designed for body contouring, and 416 heavy-gauge Bonnell base coils (13.0-gauge wire) providing structural foundation.

Audited Core Takeaways

  • 1True Queen coil count is exactly 1,300 coils across both 11.5" and 14.5" heights.
  • 2Tier 1: 884 individually encased micro-pocket coils (14.5 AWG) for pressure point relief.
  • 3Tier 2: 416 tempered steel Bonnell base coils (13.0 AWG) for foundational pushback.
3D Layer-Peel Visualizer
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Interactive Exploded Architecture & Layer Inspection

Peel through the physical mattress assembly to audit coil gauge, foam density (PCF), indentation load deflection (ILD), and flame barrier composition.

Forensic Construction Map✓ Verified Sequence

Saatva Classic Coil Metrology · Layer Stratigraphy

Profile: 8.00"
Strata: 2 Layers
Active Layer: Upper Micro-Pocket Coils
4" (COMFORT)
Thickness: 4"Material: Individually Wrapped Pocket CoilsGauge: 14.5 AWG
L1: Upper Micro-Pocket Coils4"14.75 AWG LUMBAR ZONEL2: Lower Bonnell Innerspring4"

Vertical Layer Stack (2 Strata)

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884 pocket coils in Queen configuration

Thickness4 inches50.0% of stack
MaterialIndividually Wrapped Pocket Coils
Coil Wire Gauge14.5 AWGFirm support spring

416 Bonnell coils in Queen configuration

Thickness4 inches50.0% of stack
MaterialTempered Carbon Steel Bonnell Coils
Coil Wire Gauge13 AWGFirm support spring
Audited Metrics4 Verified Metrics

Saatva Classic Coil Metrology Forensic Specifications

Physical construction measurements and laboratory ratings evaluated against regulatory, medical, and durability benchmarks.

Specification / MetricMeasured ValueBenchmark / StandardStatus
Upper Micro-Coil Count (Queen)884 Individually Wrapped Pocket CoilsContouring Comfort TierPass
Lower Bonnell Coil Count (Queen)416 Tempered Carbon Steel CoilsStructural Foundation TierPass
Total Verified Coil Count1,300 Combined Steel Coils (Queen)Forensic Teardown ConfirmedPass
King Size Total Coil Count1,650 Combined Coils (King / Cal King)Standard King ScalingPass

Standards Reference: Benchmarks derived from ASTM D3574 (flexible cellular foam), CPSC 16 CFR 1633 (open flame flammability), and clinical capillary closing thresholds (32.0 mmHg).

Spec Verification Protocol3 Actionable Steps

Comparative Spec Verification Protocol

Step-by-step inspection to detect mid-production substitutions and compare component specs.

Understand Dual-Coil Counting

Step 1

Recognize that Saatva combines two layers of coils to reach the 1,300 total figure.

Critical Hazard to Avoid

Do not assume all 1,300 coils are in a single dense pocket coil layer.

Verify Height Equivalence

Step 2

Confirm both 11.5" and 14.5" models have identical 1,300 coil counts.

Critical Hazard to Avoid

The 14.5" model does not have more coils; it uses taller 7-inch Bonnell coils.

Check Competitor Coil Densities

Step 3

Compare against single-layer hybrids (which typically feature 800 to 1,000 coils in Queen).

Critical Hazard to Avoid

Coil count alone does not dictate quality; wire gauge and tempering matter equally.

Authoritative Grounding

Primary Source Regulatory & Engineering Citations

2 Verified Sources

Every factual threshold, dimension, safety standard, and warranty policy cited on this page is derived directly from verified government filings, regulatory standards organizations, or official manufacturer technical documentation.

Nappedia Forensic LabForensic Inspection Specimen

Saatva Classic Engineering Teardown and Coil Verification Records

nappedia.com/teardowns/saatva-classicView Source
ASTM InternationalASTM A229

Standard Specification for Steel Wire, Carbon, for Springs

www.astm.org/a0229_a0229m-17.htmlView Source
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