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Knape and Vogt 18 inch over travel drawer slide is a side mount, ball bearing file drawer slide designed for projects that need firm hold-in and smooth extension. The 8505B 18 model is a side mount drawer slide that supports ball bearing progressive movement, so the drawer travel feels consistent through the entire stroke. This slide is part of the KV Model #8505 Series, which provides over travel, letting the drawer extend beyond the cabinet face to improve access to files near the back. The unhanded design allows either side installation, simplifying layout on both left and right drawers. The height of 3-51/64 inches gives a tall profile that supports file drawer applications where lateral stability is important during full extension. The drawer slide uses an Anochrome finish, which presents a neutral appearance suited to casework interiors in commercial or residential settings.
The 8505B 18 is a side mount drawer slide, so it is designed to mount on the cabinet sides and drawer sides rather than underneath the drawer box. Side clearance of 1/2 inch plus 1/32 inch minus 0 inch on each side defines the space between the drawer and the cabinet, guiding box dimensions for a sliding fit that uses the full bearing race. The slide height of 3-51/64 inches contributes to side-wall contact, which helps maintain alignment on tall file drawers. The 32 mm pattern on the slide interfaces with cabinet systems that drill rows using the 32 mm system, which simplifies aligning mounting holes with standard line-bore layouts.
The Knape and Vogt 18 inch over travel drawer slide 8505B 18 is intended for file drawer applications where users need more than standard extension. Over travel lets the drawer extend beyond the cabinet face, improving visibility and reach to hanging files or stored contents at the rear of deeper drawers. The side mount layout matches cabinets that rely on side-mounted hardware instead of bottom-mount designs, aligning with typical file cabinet construction. Unhanded configuration means the same slide can be used on either side, simplifying stocking and reducing the chance of mixing left and right components during installation. The 3-51/64 inch height and ball bearing construction work together to support wide or tall drawers that see frequent opening cycles, helping them track along the race rather than twisting under load. The Anochrome finish suits interior cabinet environments by presenting a neutral metallic appearance that blends with common casework materials and hardware colors. As part of the KV Model #8505 Series, this 18 inch version aligns with other lengths in the line where standardized performance and geometry are desired.
The progressive movement on ball bearings distributes motion across bearing stages, which helps the drawer feel stable and controlled from the first inch of travel to full over travel extension. A retainer holding 3 bearings per inch of race supports multiple contact points along the slide, promoting smooth and quiet motion when the drawer is opened or closed in quick succession. Factory-attached drawer release clips with quick disconnect drawer members keep the release function integrated with the slide, which simplifies drawer removal during fit adjustments or cabinet service. The hold-in feature resists rebound when the drawer is pushed closed, keeping file drawers seated in the cabinet instead of drifting open from stored weight. Positive in and out stops define end positions for travel, helping protect the slide mechanism from being forced past its designed limits during heavy-handed use. Side clearance of 1/2 inch plus 1/32 inch minus 0 inch on each side gives fabricators a clear machining and shimming range, which aids in producing banks of drawers that operate consistently across a run of cabinets.
The 8505B 18 is a Knape and Vogt side mount, ball bearing file drawer slide, so it mounts to the drawer and cabinet sides and uses ball bearings for smooth movement.
The Knape and Vogt 18 inch over travel drawer slide has an 18 inch length, which supports full-depth file drawers that need extended reach to rear contents.
The 8505B 18 requires side clearance of 1/2 inch plus 1/32 inch minus 0 inch on each side, guiding cabinet and drawer sizing for proper running clearance.
The 18 inch ball bearing file drawer slide provides over travel, letting the drawer extend beyond the cabinet face so users can access items at the very back.
Factory-attached drawer release clips with quick disconnect drawer members allow the drawer to be removed and reinstalled through the integrated mechanism, supporting easier adjustments and maintenance.
The KV 8505B 18 uses an Anochrome finish, giving the slide a neutral metallic appearance that works well inside a wide range of cabinet interiors.
The Knape and Vogt 18 inch over travel drawer slide 8505B 18 suits projects that call for side mount, ball bearing file drawer performance with defined side clearance and a tall slide profile. Over travel and hold-in features support daily use in file cabinets or casework where drawers are opened repeatedly, while progressive movement and a 3 bearings per inch race promote smooth, quiet motion. When a project specifies KV Model #8505 with 32 mm pattern and Anochrome finish, this 18 inch slide aligns those requirements in one part for consistent results across a run of cabinets.
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