I'm still in the process of setting up my workshop so I haven't put the load capacity of these drawer slides to the test, but they definitely feel bigger and heavier/more substantial than normal drawer slides. And I had no problems installing them. The soft-close feature works and honestly it's a must-have whenever I'm ordering drawer slides. Overall I'm satisfied with the quality and think they provide good value for the money.
This pair of drawer glides are rated at 265 lbs and have all the features you could ask for. They are truly full extention and the multiple bearing rails offer great support. The soft close is a nice feature. Installation is simple and plenty of reliefs are drilled into the rails for inner and outer attachment. Hardware(short screws and nuts) is included to mount these glides to sheet metal drawers, so make sure you have your own for wood applications. I used these on a 40"x20" workbench drawer I built for my daily use items. The heavy duty rating is appreciated as this drawer will get loaded and used more than any other. They don't rattle or feel sloppy at all. These operate smoothly and quietly enough to be used on the finest cabinets. If you need a top notch solution for a new or replacement drawer project, these glides will exceed your expectations. 5 stars for quality, performance, and value. Highly recommended.
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My husband made a tool bench and one part features a counter extension that slides out. This slide out needed some really sturdy, long drawer slides in order to work as intended.These are really well made and heavy duty. They are surprisingly heavy. I especially like how easy the buttons to unlock the slides are to use. I took a quick video so you can see it in action and see how smoothly the slides glide. The functionality is perfect and these are exactly what we needed to finish this project.
These slides are heavy duty and very well made. The soft-close mechanism has two springs and two pistons - one for each side - which adds strength and stability, and makes this part far less likely to fail over time.They work flawlessly, smooth and even, but they’re a little wider than regular-duty slides, which will impact installation so make sure to measure accurately. Instead of the usual 1/2” thick, these are 3/4 inches, and instead of 1.5” wide, these come to an even 2 inches.This means these slides cannot be used as a replacement for existing drawer slides without adjusting the drawer to accommodate the larger size. You could build a new drawer, or, if the side walls are thick enough, carve out the additional space required from each side. It all depends on your situation.The mounting holes are one aspect that sets these slides apart from competitors. They’ve decided against the standard round holes and instead chosen a star shape design. I’m not sure what the actual purpose is, but I’ve noticed that this shape helps when mounting, so I don’t have to be as exactly precise as I otherwise would. Normally, the round holes force the slide into a fixed position once the screw has been tightened; but this star shape allows for more freedom of movement, and the screw doesn’t force the slide back to its starting position, due to the shape of the hole. It’s hard to explain without demonstrating, but just know that it’s easier to make adjustments even after the slides have been mounted.The whole thing is very sturdy and durable, and I have no doubt about its ability to support the stated 265-lbs load. Overall, I think these are a great pair of slides, especially for this price, and I highly recommend them.
They’re noticeably thicker and wider, so this isn’t something you can just swap in for lighter-duty hardware without checking your clearances first. If you’re building new or planned for heavy slides from the start, that’s not an issue, but it’s worth measuring twice before committing.Install went smoothly. They feel solid in hand, and once mounted they don’t flex or chatter when opening and closing. The soft-close works well and doesn’t feel weak or gimmicky. Even with a decent amount of weight in the drawer, they still glide evenly and don’t slam shut.One thing I appreciated was the mounting hole layout. It gave a little room to fine-tune alignment, which helped since these aren’t forgiving if you’re off by much. Hardware is included, but if you’re mounting to wood you’ll probably want to use your own screws.I haven’t pushed them anywhere near the rated load, so I won’t pretend I’ve stress-tested them, but they inspire confidence. For shop drawers, pull-outs, or anything that’s going to see real weight and regular use, these feel like a good choice. Just don’t treat them like drop-in replacements for standard slides, they’re a different class altogether.
I'm using this for a pull out under my work bench. Right not, it's holding my heavy joiner and doing a great job. I'm not worried about the heavy joiner on this as it's rated for 265 pounds, and, although my joiner is heavy, it's no where near that much. So it gives me confidence that I can keep it there and it won't be a problem.The slides are smooth, and install very well.
I ordered these slides for a camper van slide-out cargo tray. While my cargo area is five feet long, these 40” slides will be more than long enough to allow access to the full length of the cargo tray. The 265 lb load capacity is more than enough to support the loads I have planned: bikes, boxes, plastic totes, etc. I like that the slides are very heavy duty. They also can lock in the pulled out position, so they will not move if the van is not perfectly level. Likewise, they lock in the closed position, so no worries about the cargo tray sliding about while in motion. Excellent heavy duty slides, recommended.