KV8407 18" Full Extension Hold-in anti-rebound Ball Bearing Drawer Slides, Unhanded Side Mount Zinc Bulk-Pack - 8407B 18

Knape And Vogt 18 Inch Full Extension Drawer Slides

Knape and Vogt 18 inch full extension drawer slides give an 18 inch travel that brings the drawer fully out of the cabinet, so installers can expose the full shelf or drawer depth for easier access and hardware adjustments. The slides are part of the KV Model 8407 Series, so they match that series performance profile for projects that stay within a single product family. A hold-in anti-rebound design keeps the slide engaged at the closed position, which reduces the chance of the drawer creeping out in normal cabinet use. The ball bearing construction supports smooth movement under load, helping drawers feel consistent from the first operation. These slides are unhanded side mount, so the same member can be used on either side to simplify layout on repetitive cabinet runs. A zinc finish provides a clean, neutral appearance that fits typical shop and commercial environments.

Key 8407B 18 Features For Cabinet Projects

• The KV Model #8407 design with shelf tabs supports shelf or tray-style applications, so installers can use the same slide style across multiple pull-out formats in a job.
• Full extension travel on this 18 inch slide lets the drawer or shelf clear the face frame, which improves access to stored items and working hardware at the back.
• The hold-in anti-rebound function works to keep drawers at the closed position, which matters where slight floor slope or frequent traffic could move a lightly loaded drawer.
• Ball bearing operation helps the members move smoothly along the entire 18 inch stroke, which gives a consistent feel across a bank of cabinets.
• Unhanded side mount construction means either slide can go on the left or right, which simplifies inventory and reduces sorting time at installation.
• A zinc finish coordinates with common cabinet hardware finishes, so exposed slide edges still look tidy in utility, shop, or commercial cabinetry.

Mounting And Cabinet Clearances For 8407B 18

This side mount drawer slide class requires mounting to the cabinet sides, so it suits cabinets designed for lateral support instead of bottom-mount runners. A specified side clearance of 1/2 inch plus 1/32 inch minus 0 inch on each side sets the required gap between drawer and cabinet, which guides box sizing when building drawers for a consistent fit. The slide height of 1-13/16 inch defines the minimum clearance needed above runners, which matters when stacking drawers vertically in low face frames. A 32mm pattern is present, so installers working with system-32 case construction can align the slide with pre-bored rows for faster layout. Recommended fasteners are #7 x 5/8 inch Phillips pan head screws, which guides hardware selection so the head style seats properly in the slide holes.

Using 8407 Series Slides In Real Projects

Where These 18 Inch Slides Are Typically Used

The 18 inch length suits medium-depth cabinet drawers, so it works well for standard base cabinets and utility pull-outs where deeper travel is unnecessary. KV Model #8407 with shelf tabs allows these slides to support pull-out shelves or trays, which is useful for pantry-style storage or equipment shelves in workshops. The side mount design fits cases with solid or panel sides that can accept slides and maintain the 1/2 inch plus 1/32 inch clearance each side, so shop-built boxes can be sized around this requirement. Because the slides are unhanded, installers can stock a single 8407B 18 part number and apply it to both sides of the drawer, which helps streamline van stock and reduces sorting time on site.

Details That Support Consistent Drawer Performance

The full extension travel of this 18 inch slide moves the drawer completely out to its rated length, which lets users see and reach items at the very back without overextending the box. The ball bearing construction supports a smooth, even action through the whole stroke, which helps multiple drawers in a bank feel uniform when opened. The hold-in anti-rebound feature helps the drawer stay seated at the closed position, which is valuable in busy spaces where light vibration or traffic could nudge fronts out of alignment. With a defined slide height of 1-13/16 inch, builders can allow enough vertical space around each slide, which aids in maintaining clearances when stacking several drawers in one cabinet. The presence of the 32mm pattern means these slides can align with system-32 drilling lines, which supports repeatable mounting positions across production runs.

Common Questions About KV 8407B 18 Drawer Slides

Choose 8407B 18 Slides For System-Built Drawers

The Knape and Vogt 8407B 18 combines full extension travel, ball bearing operation, and a 32mm pattern, so it aligns well with system-built cabinetry that needs consistent mounting. With defined side clearance, slide height, and recommended screw size, it lets cabinet builders size drawer boxes and plan drilling patterns around known values. Selecting this 18 inch length within the 8407 Series keeps projects on a single, familiar slide platform for medium-depth drawers and pull-out shelves.