8250 Variable Height Pencil Drawer Slides, 3/4 Extension, Under-Mount, Stay-Close, Anochrome, 12", Polybag

8250 Variable Height Pencil Drawer Slides For Desks

8250 variable height pencil drawer slides from Knape and Vogt provide 3/4 extension under-mount movement for pencil drawers, so the drawer travels smoothly while staying supported under the tray. The stay-close feature holds the drawer shut, which keeps shallow trays from drifting open in everyday desk use. The 12 inch length matches typical pencil drawer depths, helping installers coordinate slide choice with common desk and workstation dimensions. This model 8250P 12 is part of the Knape and Vogt pencil drawer and keyboard tray slides class, so it is aimed at low-profile, light-duty drawer applications around work surfaces. The slides are made in the USA, which matters to shops standardizing on domestic hardware sourcing. As a product sold by Wurth Baer Supply, these slides fit into a cabinet hardware program focused on professional woodworking environments.

Key Working Details That Support Drawer Performance

• The 3/4 extension design moves the pencil drawer out far enough for hand access while leaving part of the slide engaged, which supports stability for shallow, wide trays under desks.
• The under-mount configuration carries the drawer from below, which keeps hardware out of sight and preserves side clearance for tray construction and desk apron details.
• The stay-close feature holds the drawer in the closed position, which reduces nuisance opening on light drawers that see frequent touch or movement around workstations.
• The anochrome finish provides a uniform metal surface, which supports a consistent appearance when coordinating with other Knape and Vogt drawer hardware in the same area.
• The product is classified as a pencil drawer and keyboard tray slide, which guides its use toward light-duty desk trays rather than heavy storage drawers in cabinetry.

Installation And Mounting Details For KV 8250P 12

The 8250P 12 slide has side clearance of 1-5/8 inch per side outboard and 17/32 inch per side inboard, which defines the spacing needed between the tray and desk structure for smooth motion. The overall drop height ranges from 2-11/32 inch to 3-11/16 inch in 7/32 inch increments, so installers can align the tray height to match knee space and apron layouts. Mounting brackets adjust to seven heights between 2-11/32 inch and 3-11/16 inch, allowing fine tuning of vertical position without redesigning the tray. The recommended fasteners are #7 x 1/2 inch Phillips pan head screws (WW44190), which ties slide installation to a specific screw size and head style for predictable holding and fit in wood components.

Using 12 Inch Pencil Drawer Slides In Workspaces

Where These Knape And Vogt Slides Fit Best

The 12 inch length of the 8250 variable height pencil drawer slides suits typical pencil drawers located under office desks, work tables, or similar workstations, because it matches shallow trays that store writing tools and small items. Side clearance of 1-5/8 inch per side outboard and 17/32 inch per side inboard defines how the hardware sits relative to the desk rails and tray sides, which matters when planning narrow apron frames or concealed tray boxes. The overall drop height range from 2-11/32 inch to 3-11/16 inch allows pencil drawers to sit below the desktop while still maintaining knee room, which is important in seated workstations. Because the product is part of the pencil drawer and keyboard tray slides class, it aligns with applications where low-profile access is needed but heavy loads are not the focus.

Details That Support Repeatable Drawer Alignment

The mounting brackets on the 8250P 12 adjust to seven heights from 2-11/32 inch to 3-11/16 inch in 7/32 inch increments, which lets installers shift the tray up or down without altering the desk structure, helping achieve consistent reveals across multiple stations. The 3/4 extension movement controls how far the tray projects, which can help avoid contact with chair arms or nearby cabinets while still making contents reachable. The stay-close feature holds the drawer in place at the back of its travel, minimizing small gaps that can appear if light trays slide forward after use. The use of #7 x 1/2 inch Phillips pan head screws as the recommended fasteners connects the slide to a common screw size in woodworking, simplifying repeat installations within the same shop. The anochrome finish offers a consistent surface that coordinates with other metal hardware around the workspace, supporting a uniform look when multiple desks or tables use the same slide series.

Common Questions About KV 8250 Pencil Drawer Slides

Selecting 8250P 12 Slides For Desk Tray Projects

The Knape and Vogt 8250P 12 anochrome slide combines 12 inch length, 3/4 extension, and under-mount stay-close action to support pencil drawers and keyboard-style trays in desk applications. With defined side clearance values and an adjustable drop height from 2-11/32 inch to 3-11/16 inch in 7/32 inch increments, it gives installers clear dimensions for planning tray width and vertical position. For woodworking shops ordering through Wurth Baer Supply, this USA-made pencil drawer and keyboard tray slide fits into projects that call for consistent under-desk tray performance using a known KV model number.