King Slide 4DPF Push-to-Open Drawer Box & Clearance Calculator
Pre-loads 42mm (1.654") width deduction and 12.5mm bottom recess to output exact saw cut-sheets for cabinet drawer boxes.
For a standard 24.00" (609.6mm) cabinet opening using King Slide 4DPF Push-to-Open, build the outside drawer box width to exactly 22 3/8" (567.6mm). Front/Back sub-fronts cut at 21 1/8" with a 1/2" (12.5mm) bottom recess notch.
Cabinet Opening & Slide Hardware
Pre-loads exact manufacturer deduction (1.654") 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 1.654" hardware clearance
Saw cut between 2 sides
Clearance top & bottom
Workshop Saw Cut-List (Dadoed Bottom)
- 2x Drawer Sides:21" × 4 11/16"
- 2x Front / Back Sub:21 1/8" × 4 11/16"
- 1x Bottom Panel:21 5/8" × 20 1/4"
- Bottom Recess / Dado:1/2" recess; 6.35mm dado depth
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King Slide 4DPF Push-to-Open 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| King Slide 4DPF Push-to-OpenACTIVE | 42 mm (1.654") | 12.5 mm | Undermount | 16 mm |
| Blum Tandem 563H / 563F (5/8" Material) | 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 |
Mathematical Derivation for King Slide 4DPF Push-to-Open Drawer Box
How internal opening dimensions convert into saw cut dimensions with zero binding.
Deducts the factory runner clearance specified by King Slide 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: King Slide 4DPF Push-to-Open
Factory-tested parameters, common failure modes, and workbench best practices.
- Combines push-to-open handleless opening with integrated silent soft-closing.
- Requires 4mm front gap reveal for push activation stroke.
Setting drawer front too tight against cabinet frame, disabling the mechanical push-latch trigger.
Frequently Asked Questions: King Slide 4DPF Push-to-Open
Manufacturer specifications, cabinet opening deductions, and workshop installation.
Q1What is the drawer box width deduction for King Slide 4DPF Push-to-Open?
Q2What bottom recess notch is needed for King Slide 4DPF Push-to-Open?
Q3What is the maximum drawer side thickness for King Slide 4DPF Push-to-Open?
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