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Soft-close sliding door hardware explained

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Sliding doors have become a staple of wardrobes and storage units. The ease of slide opening and closing is sought after by consumers. Sliding doors are ideal for compact spaces as no extra space is required in front to allow for the door swing.

The smooth performance of a sliding door depends on the soft-close sliding door hardware used, and how reliable it is. To explain how it works, we’ve pulled together three of the most sought-after soft-closing systems for stylish and modern units.

SLIDIX II:

The damping solution for drawers and sliding doors

The SLIDIX II system is compatible with nearly all existing drawer slides and sliding door applications. The fixture provides a soft and smooth closing action with a damping stroke of 50mm, suitable for drawers and large sliding doors.

  •  Consistent performance at any closing speed with the Titus hydraulic damper
  •  Comfortable door opening with low pull-open force
  •  Easy to fine-tune to customers’ needs
  •  Loads: 5kg to 80kg (hydraulic damper)
  •  50mm damping stroke
  •  Various spring forces

 SLIDIX TA

The damping solution for sliding doors

This system is designed for heavier weights, with a sturdy metal profile housing. The SLIDIX TA is our damping solution for soft and smooth closing with damping stroke of 100mm.

  •  Consistent performance at any closing speed with the Titus hydraulic damper
  •  Comfortable door opening with low pull-open force
  •  Easy to fine-tune to customers’ needs
  •  Loads: 40kg to 120kg (hydraulic damper)
  •  100mm damping stroke
  •  Various spring forces

SLIDIX Centro

The damping solution for central sliding doors

The Slidix Centro system can be easily fine-tuned depending on weight, friction, and speed. Add it to any two-way runner system such as drawer cabinets in kitchen islands, or double-sided pull-outs in shop displays.

Easy to assemble fittings:

  •  Reliable soft closing and centering of the middle sliding door
  •  Consistent performance at any closing speed with the Titus hydraulic damper
  •  Comfortable door opening with low pull-open force
  •  Easy to fine-tune to customers’ needs
  •  Loads: 15 to 40kg (hydraulic damper)
  •  50mm damping stroke for each directio
  •  Various spring forces

Titus hydraulic damper assures comfortable door opening and reliable soft closing in both directions, with consistent performance at any closing speed and provides.

 

We hope you’ve found this useful and understand more about the soft-close sliding door hardware available. If you’re a furniture manufacturer or retailer looking for quality hardware in high volumes, get in touch on 01977 682582 or email [email protected]

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