KV8419 26" Over Travel Self-Close Ball Bearing Drawer Slides, Unhanded Side Mount Zinc Bulk-Pack - 8419B 26

26 Inch Over Travel Drawer Slides For Smooth Access

26 inch over travel drawer slides from Knape and Vogt give 1 inch overtravel, so drawers extend past the cabinet face and expose more of the contents for easier reach during daily use or fitting workpieces. The 8419 Series self closing function pulls the drawer shut at the end of travel, which helps keep fronts aligned and reduces drawers left partially open in busy shops or fitted kitchens. Side mount ball bearing construction supports smooth motion along the runner, so drawers move consistently when loaded within the slide rating for cabinets, workstations, or storage. The unhanded design lets the same slide work on left or right sides, which simplifies planning and reduces part sorting during installation. A zinc Anochromek finish provides a uniform surface over the steel slide members, giving a clean appearance that suits most cabinet interiors.

Key Slide Details That Support Cabinet Work

• The 1 inch overtravel lets the 26 inch drawer clear the cabinet face frame, so installers can achieve full access to stored items and hardware at the back without redesigning the cabinet depth.
• The self closing feature within the 8419 Series pulls the drawer into the case, which helps keep drawer fronts seated against the cabinet and maintains a consistent reveal across a bank of drawers.
• The 1/2 inch plus 1/32 inch, minus 0 inch side clearance per side defines the runner gap, which guides case and drawer sizing so the slide seats properly and tracks without binding.
• The 1-13/16 inch slide height sets the required clearance inside the cabinet opening, helping layout of drawer box heights and stack spacing in multi-drawer configurations.
• The 32 mm pattern mounting option aligns with 32 mm system boring, allowing faster installation in line-bored cabinets and easier alignment with existing shelf pin and hardware rows.
• The Anochromek finish over the slide components presents a bright zinc appearance that coordinates with other zinc cabinet hardware and looks professional in open or glass-front installations.

Side Mount Slide Fit, Clearance, And Fastening

This 26 inch Knape and Vogt 8419 Series model is a side mount ball bearing slide, so it fits along the drawer sides rather than beneath the box, which suits many retrofit and new cabinet layouts. The specified side clearance of 1/2 inch plus 1/32 inch, minus 0 inch on each side sets a clear target for drawer box width relative to the case opening, reducing adjustment time during fitting. A slide height of 1-13/16 inch means the runner fits standard cabinet openings that allow for this vertical space, supporting typical residential and commercial casework dimensions. Recommended fasteners are #7 x 1/2 inch Phillips pan head, which match the slide thickness and mounting holes so the heads seat correctly in the steel and help keep the members aligned.

Why This Knape And Vogt 8419 Slide Fits Demanding Use

Where The 26 Inch Over Travel Slides Are Used

The Knape and Vogt 26 inch over travel self closing ball bearing drawer slides are used in cabinet applications that benefit from 1 inch overtravel, such as deep kitchen drawers, shop storage, or office casework where extended access is helpful. Being part of the 8419 Series gives a consistent design language across installations, so matching slides can be used on different drawer widths and depths while keeping the same feel. The side mount format fits standard cabinet construction where the case sides are available for mounting, which suits frameless and many framed cabinet builds that rely on side-mounted hardware. An unhanded configuration means the same slide body mounts on either side of the drawer, which helps standardize inventory and speeds up assembly sequences on the bench.

Details That Support Smooth Action And Repeatable Results

Lever disconnect on the 8419 Series allows the drawer member to separate from the cabinet member, so installers can remove the drawer box for adjustments, edge work, or service while leaving the cabinet members fixed in place. A ball retainer latch holds the ball bearings within the slide, supporting stable travel of the moving member and helping maintain smooth operation over the full stroke. Polymer stop cushions are integrated to damp the slide at the travel limits, which softens the contact at full extension and retraction and reduces noise in use. The self closing action engages near the end of the closing stroke, pulling the drawer into its final position and helping maintain a tidy front line across cabinets. The 32 mm pattern option lets the slide align to pre-bored rows, which simplifies templating and reduces layout measurements on repetitive casework projects.

Common Questions About Knape And Vogt 8419 Slides

Select This 26 Inch Slide For Precise Drawer Travel

The Knape and Vogt 26 inch over travel self closing ball bearing drawer slides 8419 Series with Anochromek finish combine 1 inch overtravel, defined clearances, and a side mount format that suits cabinet, shop, or office casework. Using the unhanded 8419B 26 slide with lever disconnect and 32 mm pattern support lets installers build or retrofit drawers with consistent motion, clear sizing targets, and controlled self closing behavior. Select this slide when a 26 inch length, 1-13/16 inch height, and 1/2 inch plus 1/32 inch, minus 0 inch side clearance match the planned drawer and cabinet dimensions.