Overview
Shelf Connector is an adjustable shelf support that seats into a line-bored hole to carry cabinet, bookcase, or glass shelves at the height you choose. This page summarizes how to specify it for volume furniture and cabinet manufacturing, including the dimensions and options that matter most to buyers.
Specifications & Options
| Cabinet Width | 300 mm · 400 mm · 450 mm · 500 mm · 600 mm · 900 mm corner cabinet |
|---|---|
| Load Capacity | 10 kg · 15 kg · 20 kg · 30 kg · 50 kg heavy-duty lift |
| Runner / Motion | Full-extension runner · Soft-close runner · Synchronized pull-out · Swivel and pull-out · Lift-up assist |
| Basket / Frame Size | Wire basket 430 x 480 mm · Two-tier basket · Under-sink U frame · Pantry frame 1700 mm · Mixer platform 350 x 450 mm |
| Mounting | Base cabinet side mount · Bottom mount · Door-front mount · Corner cabinet pivot mount · Under-desk mount |
| Material / Finish | Chrome-plated steel wire · Powder-coated steel · Aluminum frame with plastic trays · Stainless steel basket |
| Door Compatibility | Hinged door cabinet · Pull-out front fixing · Frameless cabinet · Face-frame bracket available |
Ranges show what we supply for this product type. Your exact values are fixed on the order datasheet.
How to Choose
- Shelf pin diameter and the matching drilling hole size (5mm is standard, 1/4" common in the US)
- Shelf thickness and material (wood, melamine, or glass)
- Load per shelf and number of support points
- Adjustable line-boring vs fixed positions
- Concealed vs visible support style
- Glass shelf support with a cushioned or clamped seat
- Cabinet, bookcase, or closet application
Materials & Finishes
Materials
Nickel-plated steel and zinc supports carry the most load; clear polycarbonate suits glass and display work where the support should disappear.
- Stainless Steel
- Carbon Steel
- Zinc Alloy
- Aluminum
- Brass
- Copper
Finishes
Nickel and clear are the usual choices. For glass and display cabinets, a clear or chrome support keeps the look clean.
- Pewter
- Oil Rubbed Bronze
- Champagne Bronze
- Chrome
- Polished Stainless Steel
- Antique Brass
- Powder Coated
- Black Nickel
Application Fit
- Store Fixtures
- For this application, shelf connector is specified for the typical load, environment, and usage of this application.
- Restaurant Furniture
- For this application, shelf connector is specified for the typical load, environment, and usage of this application.
- Outdoor Furniture
- For this application, shelf connector is specified for corrosion resistance, stainless options, and weather exposure.
- RV Furniture
- For this application, shelf connector is specified for the typical load, environment, and usage of this application.
- Marine Furniture
- For this application, shelf connector is specified for the typical load, environment, and usage of this application.
- Flat Pack Furniture
- For this application, shelf connector is specified for knock-down assembly, repeatable installation, and packaging efficiency.
Installation Notes
Line-bore the cabinet sides at 32mm spacing using a jig, insert the pins at the chosen height, and seat the shelf. For glass, add the cushioned seat so the pin does not contact the glass directly.
Animated installation guide Step-by-step diagrams for installing Shelf Connector on a production line.Buying Notes for OEM Orders
For OEM casework, standardize on one pin diameter and the 32mm system hole pattern across the range, and bundle the matching pins with each cabinet kit.
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