How many years does a sit-stand desk motor realistically last?

Commercial-grade motors are rated for 50,000–100,000+ lift cycles — that's 20-plus years of daily use at 10 transitions per day. The motor is often not the first thing to go; control panels and internal cables tend to be more common failure points. Entry-level motors rated for 20,000–30,000 cycles may fail within 5–8 years of regular use. Motor cycle rating is one of the most useful specs to check before buying. FindOfficeFurniture.com lists cycle ratings on all sit-stand desks — call 888-719-4960.