KV8455 16" Over Travel Soft-Close Ball Bearing Drawer Slides, Unhanded Side Mount Black Bulk-Pack - 8455FMB EB 16

Knape And Vogt 8455 Drawer Slides For Smooth Use

Knape and Vogt 8455 drawer slides give a full extension, 90-pound rated drawer system that lets the drawer travel completely out of the cabinet, so installers can deliver full access to stored items in everyday use. The 16 inch length ties directly to common base and vanity drawer depths, allowing straightforward layout when matching cabinet interiors. Over travel built into this slide moves the drawer slightly past full extension, which clears face frames and counter overhangs for better visibility at the back. Integrated soft-close with Force Management technology slows the closing stroke, helping drawers settle gently into the cabinet and reducing slamming impacts on joinery. A side mount design lets the slide sit directly on the cabinet sides, supporting easy alignment in standard casework. The black finish creates a dark track line that blends into darker interiors, maintaining a clean, professional look on finished installations.

Key 8455FMB EB 16 Details That Save Time

• The 90-pound rating supports typical kitchen and bath drawer loads, so installers can specify one model across many residential and light commercial cabinets without reworking load calculations for each opening.
• Full extension with over travel brings the drawer fully out of the cabinet, which helps users see and reach hardware, utensils, or tools at the very back without shifting items around.
• Integrated soft-close with Force Management technology controls closing speed, which helps protect fronts, stops, and joinery from repeated hard impacts over the life of the cabinet.
• The unhanded side-mount design allows either left or right installation, so crews can pull from stock and mount on both sides of the drawer without tracking handed pairs.
• Three ball bearings per inch with polymer stop cushions support smooth, quiet operation, which reduces friction during opening and closing and keeps movement consistent across banked drawers.
• The push-in lever for drawer removal lets installers lift the drawer off the slide quickly, speeding up finishing, adjustment, and access to interior hardware during service work.

Mounting, Clearances, And Fit For Cabinets

The side clearance of 1/2 inch plus 1/32 inch minus 0 inch on each side defines the drawer width relative to the opening, giving builders a precise target that keeps the slide tracking properly. A slide height of 1-13/16 inch sets the vertical space needed on the drawer side, which guides notch depths, screw placement, and clearance around bottom runners or pullouts. The 16 inch length specification helps drafters coordinate cabinet depth, drawer box size, and face location so that the over travel and soft-close engage correctly. A side-mount configuration suits standard cabinet construction, positioning the slide where case sides offer full support. The 32 mm pattern reference ties the slide to common system boring layouts, letting shops align mounting holes with existing line-bore operations for repeatable, jig-free installation.

Using These Slides In Real Cabinet Projects

Where These Side Mount Slides Fit Best

The 16 inch over travel soft close slides work well in cabinets where drawers need to clear face frames or countertop overhangs, because the over travel pulls the box beyond the front. In kitchen base cabinets, the 90-pound rating covers typical utensil, pot, and pantry drawers, giving installers one solution for multiple storage zones. Bathroom vanities benefit from the integrated soft-close, as the controlled closing action suits lighter framed fronts that see frequent daily use. The 1/2 inch plus 1/32 inch minus 0 inch side clearance specification fits cabinet openings cut for standard side-mount hardware, aligning with common shop practices. Offices and workstations using system 32 construction can rely on the 32 mm pattern tie-in, which helps line up screws with pre-drilled rows for a clean install. The black finish works in darker interiors or contemporary projects where visible metal tracks would otherwise stand out against dark cabinet boxes.

Why 8455FMB EB 16 Details Support Accuracy

The full extension design means the slide travels the full 16 inch length, so drafters can coordinate drawer depth and opening height knowing the back of the drawer will be accessible. Over travel extends movement slightly beyond that point, reducing the chance of front hardware striking the face frame when the drawer is fully opened. Integrated soft-close with Force Management technology manages the final closing distance, which reduces bounce at the stop and helps drawer fronts sit consistently flush with the cabinet. Three ball bearings per inch spread the load along the slide, supporting smoother linear motion that keeps banked drawers level and reduces racking when users pull from one side. Polymer stop cushions absorb contact at travel limits, which quiets operation and reduces transmitted shock into the cabinet carcass. The push-in lever for drawer removal aids fit adjustments because installers can remove the drawer, tune slide position, and re-engage the ball retainer latch and ramps without stressing the box or face. The unhanded design keeps left and right installations consistent, simplifying setup and reducing errors when assembling multiple identical cabinets on a job.

Common Questions About 8455 Soft Close Slides

Selecting 16 Inch Over Travel Soft Close Slides

The Knape and Vogt 16 inch over travel soft close slides 8455FMB EB 16 offer full extension, 90-pound capacity, and side mount installation, giving cabinet shops a defined set of dimensions and performance traits to plan into new work or standardize across recurring jobs.