Drawer Slide Spec Question - Woodworking Talk

Sooty · 05-19-2009, 06:57 PM

I need to replace the slides on an approx 30" wide pull out tray. Based on the weight rating a slide like this would be fine, but there's a comment "Designed for box drawer applications up to 24" in width". I see similar limitations on other slides. My question is why does the width of the drawer make any difference?

cabinetman · 05-19-2009, 07:28 PM

The wider the drawer the more likely you'll get some side to side movement as the drawer gets pulled out. My suggestion is to make the box 1 1/16" narrower than the opening and shim if need be for the best action. Most all slides will do that. As long as you get a good fit, it will be minimized.

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Sooty · 05-19-2009, 08:14 PM

Ah, I got it! Thanks for that, and the link

mmwood_1 · 05-20-2009, 04:15 AM

I too, have done this on wide drawers and you get a little bit extra side to side wiggle, but not much, and they work just fine if your installation is accurate.

GeorgeC · 05-20-2009, 07:21 AM

I have a drawer in my garage that is 30" wide. I use this drawer for pneumatic tools so it holds heavy material. I used an appropriately rated slide and have no problem.

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