Knape And Vogt 16 Inch Over Travel Soft Close Drawer Slides

Knape and Vogt 16 inch over travel soft close drawer slides use the 8455 Series integrated soft-close design to control closing force, which helps drawers seat consistently in everyday shop or cabinet use. The full extension travel lets the drawer open its full length, so stored items remain accessible without fighting a partial opening. A 90-pound rating supports drawers built for heavier residential or light commercial loads; this supports confident use in many cabinet applications. The side mount, ball bearing design uses three ball bearings per inch, which supports smoother movement under load. The non-handed construction lets the same slide work on either side of the drawer, which simplifies layout and reduces orientation errors during installation. The zinc finish creates a clean, uniform appearance along the case side, which helps the hardware blend into standard cabinet interiors.

Key Drawer Slide Details For Daily Work

• The full extension function allows the drawer to travel its entire length, which helps users reach items at the very back of the box without shifting contents forward.
• The 90-pound load rating defines how much weight the slides are designed to support, which helps with planning drawer size and content without overloading the hardware.
• The integrated soft-close with Force Management technology controls closing speed and pull-in force, which helps drawers close in a controlled way and reduces slamming in regular use.
• The side clearance of 1/2 inch plus 1/32 inch minus 0 inch on each side defines the drawer box width, which supports precise sizing and consistent fit between the drawer and cabinet opening.
• The slide height of 1-13/16 inches sets the vertical space the hardware occupies, which helps with planning drawer box height and stack spacing in multi-drawer cabinets.
• The 16 inch nominal length defines the depth of cabinet this model suits, which helps match slide length to carcass depth during layout and cutting.

Installation And Fit Details For 8455FMB 16 Slides

The unhanded side mount design means each 8455FMB 16 slide can be used on either the left or right, which simplifies stocking and speeds up installation on repetitive jobs. The specified side clearance of 1/2 inch plus 1/32 inch minus 0 inch per side sets a clear target when building drawer boxes, which supports drawers that track smoothly without side-to-side play. The 32 mm pattern noted for this model aligns hole locations to the common 32 mm system, which helps integrate these slides into casework built around line-bored holes. Recommended fasteners of #7 x 5/8 inch Phillips pan head screws define a shank size and length, which supports good bite into cabinet material while matching the slide mounting holes.

Using 8455 Series Slides In Cabinet Projects

Where These Knape And Vogt Slides Are Applied

The 8455FMB 16 side mount drawer slides fit applications needing 16 inch full extension travel, which suits many base and utility cabinet depths. The 90-pound rating supports drawers that carry moderate to heavier contents, which is useful in kitchens, shops, or storage pieces built around typical cabinet construction. The full extension function means the drawer can open to expose the entire box length, which helps during loading, unloading, and viewing stored items. The zinc finish on these Knape and Vogt 8455 Series slides provides a neutral metallic surface, which works well inside most cabinetry where a bright but unobtrusive runner is preferred. The ball bearing construction, with three ball bearings per inch, supports smooth motion under varying loads, which contributes to predictable operation across the slide stroke.

Details That Support Repeatable Drawer Performance

The integrated soft-close system with Force Management technology manages closing force and pull-in, which helps drawers seat without bounce and supports a consistent closing feel from one cabinet to the next. The ball retainer latch and ramps are designed to allow easy drawer insertion, which helps installers engage the slide members efficiently during assembly. A push-in lever provides for easy drawer removal, which aids adjustments, onsite modifications, or service work after installation. The side clearance tolerance of plus 1/32 inch and minus 0 inch on each side defines a tight but workable range, which helps reduce racking and supports long-term tracking of the drawer. The non-handed 8455 Series layout reduces part variation on the job site, which streamlines installation workflows where multiple identical cabinets use the same slide set.

Common Questions About 8455FMB 16 Drawer Slides

Selecting These Slides For Your Next Cabinet Run

Choosing the Knape and Vogt 16 inch over travel soft close drawer slides 8455 Series, unhanded side mount zinc bulk-pack 8455FMB 16 aligns slide length, 90-pound rating, 32 mm pattern, and soft-close action with cabinet projects needing full extension and controlled closing performance.