King Slide 18 inch undermount drawer slides zinc

King Slide 18 Inch Undermount Slides For Smooth Use

King Slide 18 inch undermount drawer slides are soft-close, full extension slides designed for 5/8 inch drawer side construction. This lets you pair a standard drawer build with concealed hardware so the drawer interior stays clear and the mechanism stays out of sight. The undermount design locates the runners under the box, which supports the drawer from below and keeps the sides free for clean cabinet lines. A zinc finish on the slides provides a stable metal surface that resists wear during repeated opening and closing in busy shops or kitchens. These slides are part of the King Slide undermount line, so they match other King Slide undermount components where that system is already in use. For installers and shop production, this set of details focuses on repeatable drawer motion using a consistent 18 inch undermount format.

Key King Slide Undermount Details For Builders

• King Slide undermount precision engineering provides a controlled glide, keeping the opening motion consistent from drawer to drawer so cabinet runs feel uniform in daily use.
• Extremely light pull opening force lets the user start drawer travel with minimal effort, which helps on wide or fully loaded drawers that see constant opening throughout the day.
• Full extension undermount action brings the drawer fully out of the cabinet, giving clear access to the back of the box so contents are visible and easier to reach without shifting items.
• The hydraulic soft-close mechanism engages early in the closing motion, slowing the drawer for an extended distance so the final shut is controlled rather than abrupt.
• Early soft-close engagement reduces impact at the face frame or front edge, which helps limit shock on joinery and hardware over time in frequently used installations.

Installation-Focused Design For 5/8 Inch Drawers

This King Slide undermount drawer slide model is designed to be used with 5/8 inch drawer side thickness, which gives shops a clear dimensional target when laying out drawer boxes. Matching the slides to a defined side thickness helps keep groove locations, clearances, and heights consistent across a cabinet job, simplifying jigs and CNC programming. As a full extension undermount slide, it aligns with standard drawer depths built around an 18 inch runner, supporting common kitchen, bath, and shop cabinet layouts. The extremely light pull opening force works well where users frequently operate multiple drawers, because every cabinet in the run responds with the same easy start to motion.

How These 18 Inch Undermount Slides Work In Practice

Where King Slide 280-943 Undermount Slides Fit Best

The King Slide 280-943 undermount drawer slides sit below the drawer box, pairing a concealed mount with an 18 inch slide length suited to many base cabinet and storage layouts. Because the design is intended for 5/8 inch drawer side thickness, it fits cleanly into projects that standardize on 5/8 inch material for drawer construction. This makes the slide a practical match for production shops that keep one primary drawer side thickness across kitchen, bath, and office lines. The full extension travel allows the drawer to clear the face of the cabinet so the back corners are accessible without partial reaching, which can be important on deeper 18 inch drawers used for tools, utensils, or supplies. The zinc finish presents a familiar metal surface that integrates into cabinets where the hardware is rarely seen but still performs every day.

Why King Slide Soft-Close Action Supports Consistency

The hydraulic soft-close mechanism on this King Slide undermount engages the drawer early in the closing motion, which stretches the soft-close effect across more of the travel rather than only at the final inch. That extended soft-close distance helps regulate speed when users push drawers shut with different force levels, so the hardware, fronts, and cabinet faces experience a more controlled contact. Extremely light pull opening force pairs with this early soft-close to create a smooth, predictable feel from start to finish, even on drawers that carry heavier everyday loads. King Slide undermount precision engineering eliminates the telescopic bump that is present in most other undermount models, so the transition between segments of travel stays continuous and does not interrupt motion. In a run of cabinets, this consistency across every opening and closing cycle supports a professional result that feels uniform from one drawer to the next.

Common Questions About King Slide 18 Inch Undermounts

Select King Slide 18 Inch Undermounts For 5/8 Inch Drawers

The King Slide 18 inch undermount drawer slides, zinc finish, combine full extension travel with extremely light pull opening force for everyday cabinet use. A hydraulic soft-close mechanism that engages early in the stroke provides extended soft-close distance that regulates closing speed. Design intent around 5/8 inch drawer side thickness supports straightforward drawer box planning when standardizing materials. King Slide undermount precision engineering, including elimination of telescopic bump, delivers smooth, continuous motion that suits professional installations looking for consistent drawer performance.