Several factors come into play when designing and building something with movement. We've put together some valuable information to consider when selecting the perfect Accuride slides for your projects:
- General Information - Mounting, unit construction, side space and environmental factors
- Slide Testing - How we test our slide products
- Special Features - Descriptions of available special features
General Information
Slide Testing
Testing varies based on market applications. Performance can be affected by factors unique to a specific application, so testing slides in the intended application is recommended. See below for specific industry test details.
Special Features
Here is a helpful overview of special features. As always, be sure your slide is appropriate for the drawer's width and potential load.
Feature | Purpose | How it Works | Benefit / Value |
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Detent-outExample(s): 3832DO, 2109, Keyboard Tray Systems |
Holds drawers or shelves in an extended position. |
A detent is a crimp in the drawer member that creates resistance. It is not a lock, but provides stability in light use situations.
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Helps ensure safe access for pull-out shelves used for work surfaces or storage drawers. |
InterlockExample(s): 3641 |
Allows only one drawer to open at a time. |
A locking mechanism that is connected to stacked drawers and allows only one drawer at a time to open.
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Designed for wide, lateral files, this feature helps prevent tipping of filing cabinets. |
Lock-outExample(s): 2907WB, 340, 3307, 9307 |
Locks slide in an extended position. |
The locking mechanism will not release until a lever is actuated. |
Good for pull-out work surfaces, printer shelves, supply drawers, toolboxes, and work surfaces.
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Lock-inExample(s): 9308 |
Locks slide in a closed position. |
The locking mechanism will not release until a lever is actuated. |
Good for mobile applications in utility trucks, emergency vehicles, RVs, watercraft, and trailers.
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Over travelExample(s): 3834, 3634, 3640, 301-2590, 7434 |
Allows drawers to extend fully out and beyond the cabinet box. |
The slide is designed to safely travel in excess of its length. |
Over travel provides full access to drawer contents. It is helpful in applications where the drawer is recessed under a countertop.
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Self-ClosingExample(s): 3832SC |
Ensures drawers close and stay closed. |
A spring mechanism activated during the last inch or so of the inward travel grabs the drawer and pulls it closed.
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Ensure drawers close and stay closed, preventing drawers from rolling open. |
Touch ReleaseExample(s): 3832TR, 3832HDTR |
Keeps drawers in a closed position until activated by touch. |
A spring mechanism is actuated when the drawer front is depressed by 1/16". The drawer is propelled open about 2". |
Environments where the aesthetics or ergonomics of knob-less drawer fronts are desired, or mobile applications such as carts, RVs, or watercraft.
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Two-Way TravelExample(s): 2002, 0363 |
Provides access from both sides of the installation |
Slide has a center detent extends in both directions. |
Pass-through shelves in residential or commercial kitchens, or applications such as medical or supply carts, shared work surfaces, drive-through windows.
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Under / Flat-mountExample(s): 1029, 3132EC, 3634, 7957, 9301 |
Conceals slides, eliminates side space requirements |
Slides are mounted on the bottom of the drawer. |
Good for environments where the aesthetics of concealed slides are desired.
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Weather-Resistant FinishExample(s): CH3832 and available by special order. |
Prevents corrosion in humid environments. |
A special coating provides 8 times more resistance than the standard zinc finish.
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Prevents corrosion in environments where there is indirect exposure to humidity. |