1/2" x 48" Sliding Track, Walnut Finish
Description
1/2 x 48 Sliding Track For Light Doors
1/2 x 48 sliding track from EPCO is a sliding door hardware track designed for 1/2 inch thick wood or glass doors, so it matches common panel thickness on small cabinet or closet doors. The 4 ft long plastic track and guide system spans short openings cleanly, giving enough run for small and light doors without multi-piece runs. High impact, extruded polystyrene construction creates a rigid guide path, which helps doors travel consistently along the opening. The walnut finish on the track presents a wood-tone appearance, which works well where visible hardware needs to blend with darker woodwork. EPCO designates this system as Plastic Track No.13 with part number 13-BR-4, so installers can match it across projects and reorders.
Sliding Track Details That Support Clean Operation
- High impact, extruded polystyrene track and guide system provides a stable sliding surface, which supports smooth motion on small and light doors over time.
- Four #33 button glides provide a smooth sliding action by separating the 1/2 inch thick door from the track, reducing friction along the travel path.
- Plastic 4 ft long track segments span short openings in one piece, which helps keep alignment predictable along the full run.
- Walnut finish on the track presents a dark, wood-like appearance that coordinates visually with many wood or laminate door faces.
- System configuration identified as Plastic Track No.13 allows installers to align this track with matching EPCO sliding door hardware layouts.
Track And Guide Setup For Consistent Sliding
This EPCO sliding door track uses a plastic track and guide system to control door movement, which helps doors stay on line instead of wandering in or out at the bottom. The plastic upper guide #2212 supports the top of the 1/2 inch thick wood or glass door, giving it a defined channel to follow. The plastic track #212 supports the bottom travel path, so the door rides in a repeatable groove along the opening. This arrangement works well for small and light doors where a compact track and guide layout is preferred over heavier hardware.
Using This EPCO Sliding Track In Projects
Where This Sliding Door Track Works Best
This EPCO sliding door hardware track is specified for 1/2 inch thick wood or glass doors, which fits many light cabinet doors, display doors, or small partitions built from standard 1/2 inch stock. The track is recommended for small and light doors, so it suits installations where door panels do not carry heavy load or tall height. The 4 ft long plastic track makes sense for shorter openings, such as casework, wall units, or built-in storage with modest spans. The walnut finish suits darker wood tones, letting the track visually recede when mounted near matching trim or panels.
Why This Track Layout Supports Smooth Results
The high impact, extruded polystyrene construction gives the Plastic Track No.13 system a defined profile, so the #33 button glides can ride predictably within the track. Four #33 button glides distribute contact points under the door, which helps maintain smooth sliding action along the entire 4 ft run. The plastic upper guide #2212 sets the top of the door on a controlled path, limiting side play that can cause rubbing at the opening edges. The plastic track #212 defines the lower glide path, so the door consistently follows the same line each time it opens or closes. Together, these components form a coordinated track and guide system that supports light-duty sliding doors in woodworking and cabinet projects.
Common Questions About This Sliding Door Track
What door thickness is this EPCO sliding track designed for?
This EPCO sliding track is for 1/2 inch thick wood or glass doors, so it matches projects built from 1/2 inch panels needing a guided sliding movement.
How long is the plastic track in this sliding door hardware system?
The plastic track in this system is 4 ft long, allowing installers to span shorter openings with a single continuous run for consistent alignment.
What material is the Plastic Track No.13 system made from?
The Plastic Track No.13 system is high impact, extruded polystyrene, giving the track and guide a shaped, durable channel for door movement.
Why are four #33 button glides used with this track?
Four #33 button glides provide a smooth sliding action by spreading contact points along the track, reducing drag on small and light doors.
What is the function of plastic upper guide 2212 in this system?
Plastic upper guide 2212 supports the top of the door, helping it follow a controlled path so the panel stays aligned through its travel.
How does the walnut finish affect use in visible installations?
The walnut finish gives the track a dark, wood-tone appearance, helping it blend into casework and doors with similar finishes in exposed locations.
Select This Track For 1/2 Inch Light Doors
The EPCO Plastic Track No.13 with part number 13-BR-4 pairs a high impact, extruded polystyrene track and guide system with four #33 button glides to support small and light 1/2 inch thick doors. The 4 ft long track and walnut finish suit shorter openings where a compact, wood-tone sliding solution is desired. For woodworking and sliding door hardware projects matching these criteria, this track system from Wurth Baer Supply aligns with practical sliding performance and appearance needs.