KV4450 10" Full Extension Soft-Close Ball Bearing Drawer Slides, Unhanded Side Mount Zinc Bulk-Pack - 4450B 10
Description
10 Inch Soft Close Drawer Slides For Full Extension
10 inch soft close drawer slides from Knape and Vogt in the 4450 Series give a full extension slide that lets the drawer travel its entire length, so contents are accessible without over-travel. These soft-close ball bearing drawer slides use a soft close mechanism to control the last part of travel, which helps drawers close in a controlled way in everyday use. The slides are side mount, so they fasten to the cabinet sides and the drawer sides for a familiar installation method on face frame or frameless cabinets built for side-mount hardware. An unhanded design means the same slide model works on either side of the drawer, which can simplify layout on repetitive cabinet runs. The zinc finish provides a uniform appearance on the hardware, which matters when working on visible or open cabinet constructions where hardware can be seen during use.
Key Drawer Slide Details That Support Your Build
- The 4450B 10 slide length is identified as 10 inches, which suits shallow drawers where a shorter travel is needed but full extension to that 10 inch length is still required for access and layout.
- A full extension slide action means the drawer can travel out to expose the full internal length, which simplifies hardware access inside the drawer space and improves reach for stored items when cabinets are installed.
- The soft close feature is part of the 4450 Series description, which manages the closing stroke to reduce abrupt contact at the cabinet front, supporting smoother drawer operation when drawers are used repeatedly.
- Ball bearing construction is specified in the category, which supports guided movement along the slide members and can reduce friction during opening and closing compared to non-bearing slide types in similar drawer loads.
- The unhanded side mount design allows the same 4450B 10 slide to be used on left and right sides, which streamlines ordering and speeds installation on multi-drawer projects that share this slide type.
- The zinc finish is listed as an available finish, which provides a consistent metallic surface on the slide members that aligns visually with other zinc-finished cabinet hardware in a woodworking project.
Side Clearance, Height, And Fastener Pattern For Fit
The stated side clearance of 1/2 inch plus 1/32 inch minus 0 inch on each side defines the gap between the drawer and cabinet side, which guides drawer width sizing so the slide can operate without binding. A slide height of 1-13/32 inches gives a vertical profile that affects how low the drawer bottom can sit relative to the cabinet opening, which matters when stacking drawers. The maximum drawer width of 24 inches indicates the drawer width this slide is designed to support, which helps match slide choice to cabinet and drawer proportions. The 32 mm pattern note shows the slide hole layout aligns with the 32 mm system, which supports use in cabinet cases drilled on that system line. Recommended fasteners of #6 x 7/16 inch Phillips pan head screws define a screw size and head style that suits the slide holes and material thickness typically used in cabinet-grade drawer boxes.
How Knape And Vogt 4450B 10 Slides Work In Cabinets
Using 4450B 10 Slides In Side-Mount Layouts
The Knape and Vogt 4450B 10 slide is a side mount drawer slide, so it positions along the cabinet sides with a matching member attached to the drawer side, which fits well with cabinets built for side-mounted hardware. The specified side clearance of 1/2 inch plus 1/32 inch minus 0 inch on each side sets the design gap from drawer to cabinet, which lets installers size drawers to maintain smooth movement without excessive play. The stated slide height of 1-13/32 inches affects where to place the slide vertically on the drawer side, which helps coordinate clearances above drawer bottoms or under drawer sides in stacked drawer banks. A maximum drawer width of 24 inches ties the hardware choice to drawers within that width, which allows planning for slide use across a job where drawer widths vary but need to stay inside that dimension. The 32 mm pattern reference signals that mounting holes are arranged for 32 mm system drilling, which can reduce layout time in shops working with system rows.
Details That Support Soft-Close, Release, And Workflow
The full extension design of the 4450B 10 slide allows the drawer to travel its full 10 inch length out of the cabinet, which improves reach into the drawer and makes hardware or contents at the back easier to access. The soft close feature in the 4450 Series controls the closing motion near the face, which reduces harsh contact at the cabinet front during repeated daily use in woodworking installations. Ball bearing construction in these side mount drawer slides guides movement along the members, which supports consistent opening and closing force across the stroke. The push button release feature gives a defined way to separate drawer and cabinet members, which can speed drawer removal during finishing, transport, or later adjustments on site. The recommended #6 x 7/16 inch Phillips pan head screws are sized to match the slide holes, which supports a secure attachment into typical drawer side materials without excessive penetration. The zinc finish on the slide members provides a uniform surface, which coordinates with other zinc-finished hardware used through a project from the same supplier.
Common Knape And Vogt 4450B 10 Slide Questions
What type of drawer slide is the 4450B 10?
The 4450B 10 is a Knape and Vogt 10 inch full extension soft-close ball bearing side mount drawer slide, which supports drawers designed for side-mounted slides with controlled closing.
How much side clearance do these slides require?
The 4450B 10 slide uses 1/2 inch plus 1/32 inch minus 0 inch side clearance on each side, which sets the drawer width so the slide can operate smoothly in the cabinet opening.
What is the maximum drawer width for this slide?
The 4450B 10 slide lists a maximum drawer width of 24 inches, which helps match this slide to drawers built within that width for proper support and action.
Does the 4450B 10 use a 32 mm mounting pattern?
The 4450B 10 description specifies a 32 mm pattern, which aligns the mounting holes with common 32 mm system drilling used in cabinet case construction.
What fasteners are recommended for mounting this slide?
The 4450B 10 slide lists #6 x 7/16 inch Phillips pan head screws as recommended fasteners, which match the slide holes and typical cabinet material thickness.
What finish is available on the 4450B 10 slides?
The 4450B 10 is available in a zinc finish, which presents a consistent metallic look that coordinates with other zinc-finished cabinet hardware from the same project.
Select 4450B 10 Slides For Side-Mount Projects
The Knape and Vogt 4450B 10 soft close full extension drawer slide offers a 10 inch side mount option with defined side clearance, slide height, and a 24 inch maximum drawer width. With a 32 mm pattern, zinc finish, and push button release, it aligns well with cabinet cases and drawer boxes built around system drilling. For projects needing unhanded soft-close ball bearing side mount slides at this length, the 4450B 10 from Wurth Baer Supply fits both production workflows and serious shop work.
