US Futaba 16 inch soft close drawer slides use a full extension, side mount design so drawers travel the entire slide length and expose the full drawer interior, which helps installers deliver complete access for storage and hardware adjustments. The ball bearing action in these slides supports smooth movement along the slide members, which matters when a drawer is loaded and needs to open without binding. The soft-close function works with the rated pull force to draw the drawer shut over the last part of travel, which helps drawers seat consistently in cabinets. A height of 1-13/16 inch positions the slide vertically on the drawer side, which guides layout when aligning multiple drawers in a stack. Side spacing of 1/2 inch plus 1/32 inch to 0 inch sets a clear clearance target between drawer and cabinet, which keeps fits repeatable across a run of casework.
The side mount design of these US Futaba slides establishes a straightforward installation path along the drawer sides and cabinet interior, which works well in face frame and frameless styles that accept side mounted hardware. A slide height of 1-13/16 inch gives a precise vertical dimension on the drawer side, which helps lay out screw positions and maintain consistent reveals between stacked drawers. Specified side spacing of 1/2 inch plus 1/32 inch to 0 inch defines the working clearance between drawer and cabinet, which directs carcass and drawer box sizing when preparing parts. The requirement to use only flat head screws to mount ties the screw head shape directly to the slide profile, which helps the drawer clear the hardware along its travel and supports reliable soft close engagement.
These US Futaba side mount, ball bearing slides sit in the Side Mount Drawer Slides class, which places them in a familiar category for cabinetmakers planning storage layouts. The 16 inch length targets drawers sized for mid-depth cabinet sections, which suits many kitchen, bath, and shop drawer applications that do not require extra deep travel. Full extension function means the drawer front can move until the back of the drawer clears the cabinet front, which simplifies reaching stored items and measuring clear openings for inserts. Side spacing of 1/2 inch plus 1/32 inch to 0 inch becomes part of the cabinet and drawer design, which ties into ripping side material and setting up jigs for repeat work. The electro zinc finish identifies the surface treatment on the steel members, which coordinates visually with other zinc finished slides in the same project line.
The soft close action on these slides works with the specified 5.5 to 6.5 lb pull force per drawer, which sets the effort to start opening and the controlled pull-in at the end of travel, helping drawers return to the same closed position. Ball bearing construction supports the moving members under load, which helps the drawer maintain alignment through the full extension stroke. The stated load rating of 100 lb at 22 inch length provides a reference point for what this slide series is built to handle, which informs how these 16 inch slides fit into typical storage plans. A height of 1-13/16 inch on the slide body lets installers align drawer members consistently, which supports even gaps between fronts across multiple cabinets. The listing of length range from 12 inch to 28 inch marks this design as part of a length family, which helps match different cabinet depths while keeping operation characteristics consistent on a project.
The US Futaba 12415 04 118 is a 16 inch full extension, soft-close, side mount ball bearing drawer slide, which supports smooth movement and complete drawer access in cabinet installations.
The 1/2 inch plus 1/32 inch to 0 inch side spacing defines the total clearance between drawer and cabinet sides, which guides cutting drawer widths to match the cabinet opening.
These drawer slides specify use only flat head screws to mount, which keeps screw heads flush with the slide profile and supports unobstructed movement and soft-close function.
The 100 lb load rating at 22 inch length shows the performance reference for this slide family, which helps align expected drawer loads with typical residential and light commercial use.
Full extension lets the drawer travel the entire slide length so the back of the drawer clears the cabinet front, which improves access to stored items and simplifies organizing space.
The electro zinc finish provides a consistent metallic surface on the slide members, which coordinates with other zinc finished cabinet hardware in a project.
The US Futaba 16 inch full extension soft-close ball bearing drawer slides combine side mount installation, defined 1/2 inch side spacing, and a 1-13/16 inch height, which all translate directly into predictable layout and motion for cabinet drawers. When a project calls for soft-close action and ball bearing movement in a 16 inch length, this slide design supplies the dimensional and performance details needed for planning cabinet openings and drawer boxes. For jobs matching these specifications, order by the US Futaba 12415 04 118 part number through Wurth Baer Supply to keep hardware consistent across the run.
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