KV8407 18" Full Extension Hold-in anti-rebound Ball Bearing Drawer Slides, Unhanded Side Mount Zinc Poly-Pack - 8407P 18

Knape and Vogt 18 Inch Drawer Slides For Full Extension

Knape and Vogt 18 inch drawer slides in the 8407P 18 model are full extension, ball bearing, side mount slides designed to let an 18 inch drawer open its full length, which gives clear access to stored items and simplifies cabinet use. The slides are unhanded, so either member works on left or right, which streamlines layout and reduces sorting on the bench. A hold-in anti-rebound feature keeps the drawer in the closed position, which helps drawers stay shut in normal use and reduces nuisance opening. These slides use a ball bearing action, which supports smooth travel under load across the full extension. The 8407P 18 slides are part of the KV Model 8407 line made in the USA, which fits shops looking for a domestic source for repeat jobs. Shelf tabs are integrated, so the slide can support shelf-style applications that need a positive support point.

Key 8407P 18 Details That Support Your Work

• The side clearance is 1/2 inch plus 1/32 inch minus 0 inch on each side, which gives a defined drawer box width target so fitted drawers track consistently without binding when installed to those clearances.
• The slide height is 1-13/16 inch, which helps when matching to existing layouts or setting drawer box side heights so the hardware clears rails and openings in standard cabinet construction.
• The 8407 model uses a 32mm pattern, which aligns with system-drilled cabinet sides and speeds production drilling when using 32mm line boring or CNC programs.
• Lever disconnect is built into these slides, which allows the drawer member to be released from the cabinet member, simplifying installation, adjustments, and future drawer removal.
• Shelf tabs are part of the 8407 design, which give a bearing point for shelf or tray support where the slide needs to connect positively to a shelf structure.
• The recommended fasteners are #7 x 5/8 inch Phillips pan head screws (BST5/8X7-2C), which provides a starting point for screw size and length suited to the slide mounting holes.

Mounting And Fit Details For 18 Inch Side Slides

These Knape and Vogt 8407P 18 full extension slides are side mount, which means they attach to the cabinet sides and drawer sides, fitting typical face frame or frameless cabinet layouts using side-mounted hardware. The specified 1/2 inch plus 1/32 inch minus 0 inch side clearance per side defines the required space between the drawer box and cabinet opening, which supports a smooth, non-binding fit when drawers are sized to that opening. The slide height of 1-13/16 inch gives a clear dimension for planning drawer side heights and locating mounting positions along cabinet sides. Using the 32mm pattern, these slides align with line-bored holes in system cabinetry, which helps keep runs straight and consistent when hardware is located on a standard hole grid in production environments.

Using Knape And Vogt 8407 Drawer Slides On Cabinets

Where These 18 Inch Full Extension Slides Fit Best

The Knape and Vogt 8407P 18 full extension ball bearing slides are 18 inch side mount slides suited to cabinet installations where full extension access is required, because the slide length matches 18 inch drawers in common base or utility cabinets. The hold-in anti-rebound feature keeps drawers in the closed position once fully shut, which is useful in cabinetry where movement or frequent opening and closing could nudge drawers outward. Their unhanded design means either slide can be used on either side, which helps during installation on both left and right openings without separating parts by hand. The 32mm pattern in the 8407 series supports frameless cabinets drilled on a 32mm system, allowing the slide to register directly to those holes. Shelf tabs on the slide provide contact points for shelf or tray styles that rest on the slide, which supports pull-out shelves or trays constructed to sit on those tabs. These slides are made in the USA, which suits projects where domestic manufacturing is a selection factor for cabinetry hardware.

Details That Support Repeatable Installation Results

The specified 1/2 inch plus 1/32 inch minus 0 inch side clearance for each side of the 8407P 18 slide gives a defined margin for drawer box sizing, which helps installers cut drawer widths that track smoothly without excess play or binding. A 1-13/16 inch slide height provides a known profile that can clear cabinet stretchers and guide decisions on how tall to build drawer sides for consistent reveals. Full extension travel means the drawer member moves out to expose the full depth of an 18 inch drawer box, which improves reach to the back of the drawer and simplifies access in storage applications. The lever disconnect function allows the drawer member to be separated from the cabinet member, which makes it easier to hang the cabinet portion first, then set the drawer member and reconnect after alignment checks. The ball bearing mechanism supports smooth motion along the full length of travel, which can help maintain alignment when drawers carry typical cabinet loads. Recommended #7 x 5/8 inch Phillips pan head screws (BST5/8X7-2C) match the slide hole design, which supports solid attachment into cabinet sides and drawer material at the specified points.

Common Questions About 8407P 18 Drawer Slides

Choose 18 Inch Side Mount Slides For Your Next Run

The Knape and Vogt 18 inch drawer slides in the 8407P 18 model combine full extension, ball bearing action, and a defined 1/2 inch plus 1/32 inch minus 0 inch side clearance, which helps technicians and shops produce consistent, smooth-running drawers across cabinet runs. With a 1-13/16 inch slide height, side mount configuration, 32mm pattern, and lever disconnect, these slides align with common cabinet construction methods and service needs. For projects calling for USA made KV Model 8407 slides with shelf tabs and hold-in anti-rebound, this 18 inch version offers a clear fit for drawer and pull-out shelf applications.