Accuride 3832EHDSC Heavy-Duty Self-Close Ball-Bearing Drawer Slide, 12 in. to 28 in., Full Extension, 100 lb, Clear Zinc

The Accuride 3832EHDSC is a light-duty side-mount ball-bearing slide with a heavy-duty self-close action that pulls the drawer shut on its own. It is rated at 100 lb, extends fully, and fits drawers up to 24 in. wide with 1/2 in. side clearance. Sold per pair in 12 in., 14 in. and 28 in. lengths, clear zinc, bulk pack.

Key Features:

• Heavy-Duty Self-Close: The heavy-duty self-close mechanism draws the drawer fully shut from a partially open position.
• 100 lb Rating: Load capacity is rated at 100 lb per pair.
• Full Extension: The drawer travels the entire slide length and clears the cabinet face completely.
• Lever Disconnect: A lever release detaches the drawer from the cabinet for removal and service.
• 28 in. Length Option: A 28 in. length extends the series to deep utility and closet drawers, extending to 56 in.
• Clear Zinc Steel: Cold rolled steel construction with a clear zinc finish.
• Bulk Pack: Supplied in a bulk pack of 10 pairs per box.

Specifications Table:

Fit and Compatibility:

Accuride 3832-series side-mount slide requiring 1/2 in. side clearance and drawers up to 24 in. wide; mounting screws (6 mm or #8) are not specified as included. Do not pair with a different series or closing type on the same drawer.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ):

Q: What is included?
A: One pair of slides (left and right members) per sell unit; the 10/Box figure is the manufacturer bulk pack quantity.

Q: How does self-close work?
A: A spring-assisted self-close mechanism pulls the drawer the last portion of travel so it seats fully closed.

Q: Which length do I need?
A: Choose the length equal to your drawer box depth; 12 in. and 14 in. fit standard base cabinets and the 28 in. length suits deep utility or pantry drawers.

Q: Is this soft-close?
A: No, it is a heavy-duty self-close slide; it pulls the drawer shut mechanically rather than damping it.

Q: How much clearance does it need?
A: Allow 1/2 in. of side space per side and use drawers up to 24 in. wide.

Q: What is the load rating?
A: 100 lb per pair.

Expert Verdict Reviewed by the SuperArbor Pro Desk

This is the 3832 family with an upgraded self-close cam, useful in utility, garage and closet work where drawers must not be left ajar. Pick the slide length to match drawer box depth and verify 1/2 in. clearance per side before installation. For handle-free or quiet-closing work choose the touch-release 3832EHDTR instead of this self-close version.

Fully seat the drawer onto both slide members and confirm the lever disconnect is locked before loading the drawer.

Add the Accuride 3832EHDSC self-close slide pair to keep every drawer pulled firmly shut.