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Knape and Vogt 16 inch full extension drawer slides give a file drawer full access to stored files, which helps during filing, sorting, and audits. This 8500 Series side mount ball bearing design supports smooth travel by using bearings along the race, which keeps the drawer moving evenly under load. The slide is unhanded, so the same member works on either side, which simplifies layout and reduces part mix-ups on the bench. A hold-in anti-rebound feature keeps the drawer seated in the closed position, which matters where vibration or frequent use might nudge a drawer back open. Positive in and out stops define the travel limits, which protects the slide and the cabinet members from over-travel impacts. The slide is made in USA as KV Model #8500, giving a consistent reference for repeat orders and standardizing projects around one proven file drawer platform.
This side mount drawer slide is part of the 8500 Series, which sets it up for use on the cabinet sides rather than under the drawer, guiding layout around a 1/2 inch plus 1/32 inch minus 0 inch side clearance per side. That clearance defines the difference between drawer box width and cabinet opening, tightening up fit while still giving enough space for the ball bearing members. The slide height of 3-51/64 inches, including the quick disconnect rail, keeps the assembly within a known vertical envelope, helping installers coordinate drawer box height and file rail placement. The full extension design allows the drawer to travel out to expose the full depth, which is important when accessing rear file positions. The 32 mm pattern also ties directly into line-bored cabinet construction, letting the cabinet member be fastened into familiar system holes for repeatable vertical alignment.
This Knape and Vogt 8500P 16 inch full extension hold-in anti-rebound ball bearing file drawer slide is suited to file drawers where full access and smooth action are important. The side mount configuration positions the cabinet members on the case sides, which works well in casework built for side-mounted slides. With a side clearance of 1/2 inch plus 1/32 inch minus 0 inch each side, this slide aligns with drawer boxes dimensioned specifically to that opening, helping builders standardize their file drawer widths. The 3-51/64 inch height, including the quick disconnect rail, allows the slide to sit within taller file drawer sides while still clearing file folders and rails. The 32 mm pattern lets this slide drop into cabinets built on the 32 mm system, which is common in commercial, institutional, and modular cabinetry.
The factory-attached drawer release clips with quick disconnect drawer members shorten installation steps because the drawer can be set on the members and locked using the built-in clips, which reduces separate hardware handling. The full extension design brings the entire file compartment forward, which saves time when reaching for files at the back of the drawer. The hold-in anti-rebound feature keeps the drawer in the closed position once it reaches the in stop, which matters in busy work areas where repeated movement could otherwise cause drawers to drift open. Positive in and out stops define travel limits precisely, which protects both the slide and the cabinet from over-extension damage during repeated use. The retainer that holds three bearings per inch of race creates a dense bearing arrangement, which keeps motion smooth and quiet over the slide length. The available Anochrome finish provides a uniform appearance on the slide members, which helps casework present cleanly in visible office or residential installations.
The 8500P 16 slide is a ball bearing file drawer slide, so it is designed to support file drawers where full extension and smooth action are needed for accessing stored files.
The 8500P 16 slide uses a side clearance of 1/2 inch plus 1/32 inch minus 0 inch on each side, which defines the required difference between the drawer width and cabinet opening.
The 8500 Series 16 inch slide has a height of 3-51/64 inches including the quick disconnect rail, which helps with planning drawer side heights and clearances.
The 8500P 16 slide uses factory-attached drawer release clips with quick disconnect drawer members, allowing drawers to be mounted or removed at the clips for easier installation and servicing.
The 8500P 16 hold-in feature keeps the drawer in the closed position once seated, which helps prevent the drawer from bouncing back open after being pushed shut.
The 8500P 16 retainer holds three bearings per inch of race, providing a dense bearing layout that supports smooth and quiet motion along the full extension travel.
The 8500P 16 full extension side mount design gives file drawers complete travel, which supports efficient file access at the cabinet. The specified side clearance of 1/2 inch plus 1/32 inch minus 0 inch on each side defines clear drawer sizing, helping projects stay consistent from cabinet to cabinet. The 3-51/64 inch height, including the quick disconnect rail, and the 32 mm pattern align the slide with system-built casework where precise spacing and line-bored holes matter. The hold-in anti-rebound function and positive in and out stops keep drawers seating and traveling predictably. When a project calls for a Knape and Vogt 8500 Series made in USA file drawer solution at 16 inches of full extension, this slide provides a defined set of measurements and features to build around.
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