Drawer runners play a crucial role in the design of home and commercial furniture. Choosing the right pulleys not only enhances the durability of your furniture, but also optimizes the experience of using it. In this article, we will introduce different types of drawer runners and their best application scenarios to help you make an informed choice.
- Categorized by sliding method
(1) Ball bearing slides Ball bearing slides use steel balls to provide a smooth and stable sliding experience, suitable for drawers with greater load bearing needs, such as office filing cabinets and kitchen cabinets.
(2) Nylon pulleyNylon pulley is suitable for bedroom furniture and light storage cabinets due to its silent and wear-resistant characteristics.
- According to the installation mode classification
(1) Side mounted slides are installed on the side of the drawer, with strong load bearing capacity, suitable for heavy duty storage needs.
(2) Bottom-mounted slides are hidden at the bottom of the drawer, high aesthetics, suitable for modern home design.
(3) The central slide is designed as a single track, suitable for light drawers, but the stability is relatively low.
- Selection according to load-bearing capacity
Light duty pulley (load capacity <30kg): suitable for daily use at home, such as bedroom drawers.
Medium duty pulley (30-50kg): suitable for kitchen cabinets and filing cabinets.
Heavy duty pulleys (>50kg): for industrial storage systems.
- Additional function options
Cushioning function: Reduce the impact when the drawer is closed and protect the furniture.
Full extension design: Ensures drawers open fully for easy access.
Anti-shedding function: prevents the drawer from sliding out accidentally and improves safety.
Conclusion
Choosing the right drawer runner needs to consider the sliding method, installation type, load-bearing capacity and additional features. According to different usage scenarios, reasonable matching of pulley types will greatly enhance the practicality and durability of furniture. If you need high quality drawer runners, please contact us for professional advice!
