KV8150 12" 3/4 Extension Hold-In/Hold-Out Ball Bearing Keyboard Slides, Unhanded Side Mount Black Poly-Pack - 8150P EB 12

Knape And Vogt 12 Inch Keyboard Slide Use

Knape and Vogt 12 inch keyboard slide gives a 3/4 extension travel, so a keyboard tray moves out far enough for comfortable typing while keeping the mechanism compact under the work surface. The slide is a side mount, ball bearing design, so it supports smooth, controlled movement along the tray sides during repeated daily use. This 8150 Series slide is unhanded, meaning the same parts work on either side of the keyboard tray, which simplifies layout on site. The ebony black finish keeps the hardware visually low profile under dark desks or workstations, helping it blend into typical office or commercial furniture. The track member quickly disconnects using a positive lever release, so the tray can be separated from the mounted slide, which helps during cabinet construction, transport, or service. A hold-in feature prevents keyboard tray bounce back, helping the tray stay fully retracted when pushed closed.

Keyboard Slide Details That Support Daily Work

• The 3/4 extension design moves the tray outward while leaving some slide length under the work surface, which suits installations where full extension is not required yet comfortable access is important.
• The side mount, ball bearing construction guides the tray along both sides, which helps maintain alignment when users rest weight on the front edge during typing or mouse work.
• The unhanded design lets each slide install on either left or right, which helps use common stock in the shop and reduces orientation mistakes during mounting.
• The ebony black finish presents a dark, uniform appearance, which helps the hardware visually recede under desks and coordinate with black or dark keyboard trays.
• The hold-in feature controls the tray at the fully closed position, which helps keep the keyboard from drifting out into the users knees between uses.
• The positive lever release on the track member lets the tray section be removed, which simplifies fitting, finishing, or later adjustment of the tray without disturbing cabinet mounting.

Keyboard Slide Mounting And Fit Details

This 8150 Series keyboard slide is a side mount unit, so it locates along the vertical sides of the keyboard tray or support brackets. Side clearance is 1-5/8 inch outboard and 5/8 inch inboard, giving defined spacing for building the tray and its supports. The mounting brackets adjust to 7 different heights, so the installed tray height can be tuned within the available space under the work surface. These brackets can be reversed for inboard or outboard mounting, allowing the installer to match varying rail or apron conditions under furniture. Height is adjustable from 2-11/32 inch to 3-11/16 inch, so the assembly can be set to clear knees while still fitting below drawers or desk aprons. Recommended fasteners are #8 x 5/8 inch Phillips pan head screws, so screw selection aligns with the slide holes and intended material thickness.

Using This KV 8150 Keyboard Slide In Projects

Where This 12 Inch Keyboard Slide Works Best

This KV Model 8150 12 inch keyboard slide serves desk and workstation keyboard trays where 3/4 extension travel is sufficient. The adjustable height range from 2-11/32 inch to 3-11/16 inch supports installations beneath a variety of tops, from thicker commercial counters to standard office desks. With side clearance set at 1-5/8 inch outboard and 5/8 inch inboard, the slide suits trays and bracket systems built to those clearances, supporting consistent fit from project to project. The unhanded side mount design means one slide type applies across left and right positions, which fits production environments building multiple stations. The ebony black finish, described as ebony black in the product data, matches dark under-desk spaces commonly found in office and contract furniture.

Details That Support Repeatable Keyboard Tray Results

The mounting brackets on this 8150 Series slide adjust to 7 different heights, providing discrete height settings that help repeat tray placement across multiple units in a run. Because the brackets can be reversed for inboard or outboard mounting, the same slide adapts where rails, aprons, or modesty panels differ, helping keep layout consistent while accommodating varying clearances. The positive lever release allows the track member to quickly disconnect, so trays can be removed for finishing or service and then reinstalled on the same slide positions. The hold-in feature that prevents keyboard tray bounce back gives a defined closed position, which supports uniform alignment of trays under several desks along a row. As a side mount, ball bearing slide, this model maintains guided motion at both tray edges, supporting square alignment that aids in building repeatable jigs and drilling patterns around the specified side clearances.

Common Questions About KV 8150 Keyboard Slide

Selecting This 12 Inch Keyboard Slide For Work

The Knape and Vogt 12 inch keyboard slide 8150P EB 12 provides 3/4 extension travel, side mount ball bearing guidance, and an ebony black finish, aligning with typical under-desk keyboard tray needs. Adjustable height from 2-11/32 inch to 3-11/16 inch, plus reversible brackets for inboard or outboard mounting, supports varied desk constructions. The hold-in feature and positive lever release add control at the closed position and during tray removal. For projects using the specified side clearances and recommended #8 x 5/8 inch Phillips pan head screws, this slide offers a defined, repeatable hardware choice.