Blum Tandem 563H / 563F (5/8" Material) Drawer Box & Clearance Calculator
Pre-loads 49mm (1.9375") width deduction and 13mm bottom recess to output exact saw cut-sheets for cabinet drawer boxes.
For a standard 24.00" (609.6mm) cabinet opening using Blum Tandem 563H / 563F (5/8" Material), build the outside drawer box width to exactly 22 1/16" (560.6mm). Front/Back sub-fronts cut at 20 13/16" with a 1/2" (13mm) bottom recess notch.
Cabinet Opening & Slide Hardware
Pre-loads exact manufacturer deduction (1.9375") and bottom recess.
Exact clear opening measured between cabinet face-frame or sidewalls.
Selects a 21" nominal runner length while preserving cabinet rear clearance.
Opening 24" minus 1.9375" hardware clearance
Saw cut between 2 sides
Clearance top & bottom
Workshop Saw Cut-List (Dadoed Bottom)
- 2x Drawer Sides:21" × 4 5/8"
- 2x Front / Back Sub:20 13/16" × 4 5/8"
- 1x Bottom Panel:21 5/16" × 20 1/4"
- Bottom Recess / Dado:1/2" recess; 6.35mm dado depth
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Blum Tandem 563H / 563F (5/8" Material) Clearance vs Competing Slides
Compare width deductions, bottom recesses, and max side thicknesses across slide runners.
| Material / Specification | Width Deduction | Bottom Recess | Slide Type | Max Thickness |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blum Tandem 563H / 563F (5/8" Material)ACTIVE | 49 mm (1.9375") | 13 mm | Undermount | 16 mm |
| Blum Tandem 563F (3/4" Material) | 42.5 mm (1.673") | 13 mm | Undermount | 19 mm |
| Blum Movento 760H (High Capacity) | 42.5 mm (1.673") | 13 mm | Undermount | 16 mm |
| Salice Futura F70 / F7ONG | 42 mm (1.654") | 12.5 mm | Undermount | 16 mm |
| Standard Side-Mount Ball Bearing (1/2" Clearance) | 25.4 mm (1") | 0 mm | Side Mount | 19 mm |
| Accuride 3832 Classic Full Extension | 25.4 mm (1") | 0 mm | Side Mount | 19 mm |
Mathematical Derivation for Blum Tandem 563H / 563F (5/8" Material) Drawer Box
How internal opening dimensions convert into saw cut dimensions with zero binding.
Deducts the factory runner clearance specified by Blum to allow free gliding without binding.
Saw cut dimension for the front and rear cross-members between the two outer drawer sides.
Allows the concealed runner mechanism to tuck under the drawer box floor.
Engineering Specifications & Troubleshooting Guide: Blum Tandem 563H / 563F (5/8" Material)
Factory-tested parameters, common failure modes, and workbench best practices.
- Industry standard undermount slide for 5/8" (16mm) drawer side material.
- Requires an exact 1/2" (13mm) bottom recess notch with 6mm diameter rear locking hook holes.
- Outside drawer box width MUST equal internal cabinet opening width minus 49mm (1-15/16").
Building drawer boxes with 3/4" (19mm) wood sides on the 563H; you must use the 563F or rabbit the bottom edges to 5/8".
Frequently Asked Questions: Blum Tandem 563H / 563F (5/8" Material)
Manufacturer specifications, cabinet opening deductions, and workshop installation.
Q1What is the drawer box width deduction for Blum Tandem 563H / 563F (5/8" Material)?
Q2What bottom recess notch is needed for Blum Tandem 563H / 563F (5/8" Material)?
Q3What is the maximum drawer side thickness for Blum Tandem 563H / 563F (5/8" Material)?
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