Glissières télescopiques Ganter – La précision en mouvement

Telescopic slides are ideal for applications where smooth-running, precisely extending drawers, equipment units or component are required in industry, mechanical and plant engineering, and high-quality furniture manufacturing. The variants available – such as partial, full or over-extension – as well as additional features such as self-retracting mechanisms, soft-close or push-to-open, ensure convenient, controlled operation and enhance safety and reliability in day-to-day use.

Application examples for telescopic slides

• Installation of drawers in control cabinets, enclosures, and control panels
• Integration into machine enclosures for easy maintenance access
• Installation in tool and equipment drawers to improve ergonomics and handling
• Use in workstations with clearance underneath or pull-outs in machine environments to allow flexible access to components.
• Heavy-duty drawers in industrial furniture or storage systems, such as heavy-duty shelving
• Stainless steel versions for hygiene- and corrosion-sensitive areas, such as in the food, chemical, and pharmaceutical industries

Suitable telescopic slides for typical requirements

• For light to medium-sized drawers in furniture or appliance construction: GN 1400, GN 1408
• For device pull-outs, control panels or tool drawers (industrial): GN 1410, GN 1412, GN 1414, GN 1418
• For heavy pull-out loads and heavy-duty industrial applications: GN 1420, GN 1422, GN 1424, GN 1426, GN 1430, GN 1432, GN 1440
• For applications with high hygiene requirements or that need corrosion protection: GN 1450 (stainless steel)

Ganter offers telescopic slides as linear guide elements in various extension configurations: partial, full and double-sided full extension. This allows you to choose the right solution for any application and optimally adapt the accessibility and opening path of drawers to your requirements.

Extension variants for Ganter telescopic slides

• Partial extension: The rails are only partially extended; one part of them always remains inside the housing. Ideal when stability and a limited extension length are required. Typical products:
  • GN 1400: Load capacity up to 280 N
  • GN 1404: Load capacity up to 780 N
• Full extension: The guide can be extended along its entire length; the extension nearly corresponds to the rail length. This ensures that drawers, machine covers, or control panels are fully accessible. This variant is covered by a wide range of products, such as:
  • GN 1408: Load capacity up to 250 N
  • GN 1410: Load capacity up to 510 N
  • GN 1412 with self-retracting mechanism: Load capacity up to 430 N
  • GN 1414 with dampened self-retracting mechanism: Load capacity up to 360 N
  • GN 1418 with “push to open” mechanism Load capacity up to 430 N
  • GN 1420: Load capacity up to 1,290 N
  • GN 1422 with self-retracting mechanism: Load capacity up to 1,290 N
  • GN 1424 with dampened self-retracting mechanism: Load capacity up to 750 N
  • GN 1430: Load capacity up to 2,120 N
  • GN 1432 with self-retracting mechanism: Load capacity up to 2,300 N
  • GN 1440: Load capacity up to 3,250 N
  • GN 1450: Load capacity up to 480 N
• Double-sided full extension: This design allows drawers or pull-outs to open in either direction. Especially useful when quick access is needed on both sides. The product variant for this:
  • GN 1426: Telescopic slides with full extension on both sides, load capacity up to 1,380 N

Ganter telescopic slides are primarily made of steel or stainless steel, depending on the design and application. Most variants, such as GN 1400, GN 1404, GN 1408, GN 1410, GN 1420, GN 1422, GN 1424, GN 1426, GN 1430, GN 1432, and GN 1440, are made of steel. Stainless steel versions such as GN 1450 are available for applications with increased hygiene or corrosion resistance requirements.

Telescopic slide materials

• Steel: Offers high stability and is especially well suited for industrial applications where durability and precision are paramount. Zinc plated surfaces provide additional corrosion protection. This allows Ganter telescopic slides to be used safely and with low maintenance even in demanding environments.
• Stainless steel: Models such as GN 1450 are made entirely of stainless steel. This version is ideal for use in damp rooms, in the food industry, or in medical technology, as it offers increased resistance to corrosion. You benefit from on a secure and clean guidance solution even in sensitive applications.

Ganter telescopic slides are available in a variety of standard lengths and their corresponding stroke lengths. The selection of available lengths depends on the specific product type and covers a wide range of industrial requirements. This way you can find the right telescopic slide with a practically matched extension for every application, from light to heavy load applications.

Available standard lengths per product type

• GN 1400 / GN 1404 (partial extension): Standard lengths from 300 mm to 700 mm, stroke lengths approximately 210 mm to 541 mm.
• GN 1408 (full extension up to 250 N): Lengths from 250 mm to 700 mm
• GN 1410 (full extension up to 510 N): Lengths from 250 mm to 800 mm
• GN 1412 / GN 1414 / GN 1418 (full extension with additional function, up to 430 N):
• Standard lengths 300 mm to 700 mm
• GN 1420 / GN 1422 / GN 1424 (full extension, medium to high load capacity):
• Lengths typically 300 mm to 1,200 mm
• GN 1426 (double-sided full extension): Lengths 500 mm to 800 mm
• GN 1430 / GN 1432 / GN 1440 (heavy-duty full extension): Lengths from 400 mm to 1,500 mm
• GN 1450 (stainless steel): Lengths 300 mm to 600 mm,

What does this mean in practice?

Thanks to the wide selection of standard and extension lengths, you can integrate Ganter telescopic slides with exceptional flexibility into a wide variety of designs – for applications with limited installation space as well as those requiring a long extension stroke. The coordinated length-stroke combinations ensure that you can select rails that optimally meet your space requirements and also make the movement path efficient. This allows you to conveniently adapt drawers, pull-out units, or service modules and always obtain a smooth-running, reliable guide solution.

Quick selection and review of details

• All exact standard lengths and stroke lengths can be found in the technical data and dimension tables in the respective online product data sheet or in the catalog.
• Use the CAD data on the Ganter website to test the respective rail lengths and extension lengths directly in your design.

This allows you to specifically select the right telescopic slide for your application and benefit from a secure, precise integration.

Telescopic slides from the Ganter product family offer a wide range of fastening options, enabling flexible and secure installation in various situations. All listed models – from GN 1400 to GN 1450 – come standard with stable fixing holes in the slide profiles, allowing a direct screw connection to the structure. You can easily attach the rails from the front or from the side, depending on the installation situation and available space. This allows the telescopic slides to be integrated conveniently and reliably into industrial plants, machine frames, or furniture systems.

Typical mounting options for Ganter telescopic slides

• Standard punched fixing holes at fixed intervals along the entire length of the outer rail and partially also the inner rails.
• Drill hole shapes vary depending on the model: Screw or countersunk holes allow the use of standard cylinder, countersunk, or captive flat head screws

Practical assembly details and tips

• Detailed dimensions as well as the exact positions and sizes of the fixing holes can be found for each rail in the corresponding technical data sheet and CAD data on the Ganter website. This allows you to design the fastening method to fit your application perfectly and take it into account right from the design phase.
• For longer rails, continuous fastening via all available fastening points is recommended to ensure optimal load distribution and smooth, low-wear running. This allows you to react flexibly even under high loads and to securely fix the rail.
• For special fastenings or individual adjustments to the drilling pattern positions, Ganter's CAD data and technical consulting provide support for tailor-made solutions.

What does this mean in practice?

Thanks to the wide range of Options de fixation, you can easily integrate Ganter telescopic slides into a wide variety of applications. The clear installation instructions save time, increase installation precision, and ensure that the rail guides remain reliable over the long term, even under demanding conditions. Ideal examples include use in industrial drawer systems, service doors in machines, or pull-outs in control cabinet and enclosure technology.

The CAD data sheet for Ganter telescopic slides contains all the technical data and dimensions relevant for design planning. These data sheets are always individually tailored to the product type in question and offer a complete overview so that you can optimally integrate the appropriate telescopic slide into your application. This allows you to plan precisely already in the design phase and avoid assembly errors.

Typical contents of the CAD data sheet for telescopic slides

• Dimensions of all components (lengths, cross-sections, extension lengths, fixing hole patterns)
• Assembly details, such as hole spacing and fastening methods
• Information on installation space and minimum and maximum values for the extension
• Dimensional drawings with all installation directions and relevant tolerances
• Information on extension types (partial, full, or over-extension) and optional features such as self-retracting mechanisms or damping
• Material specifications and information on surface finish
• Description of the product variant in question (e.g. GN 1426 with double-sided full extension)
• Format options (2D/3D models) for direct use in conventional CAD software

Advantages for users of telescopic slides

• Quick access to all technical details
• Increased planning reliability thanks to reliable CAD data

Ganter telescopic slides are designed to be maintenance-free in principle. The rollers or balls in the rail systems are either permanently lubricated at the factory or designed so that they do not require relubrication during normal use. This allows convenient and reliable use of the rails in industrial plants or furniture manufacturing without the need to schedule regular maintenance work.

Properties of telescopic slides

• Telescopic slides are designed for maintenance-free operation.
• Every series features appropriate raceway lubrication applied at the factory.
• All products undergo endurance testing to further extend their service life.

When can maintenance still be worthwhile?

• Cleaning or additional lubrication may be advisable in very dusty or aggressive environments.
• Spot relubrication with a suitable lubricant may be advisable if the sliding properties deteriorate after a long period of use. For this purpose, check the relevant information in the technical data sheet of the selected telescopic slide.

Ganter telescopic slides are normally maintenance-free, but you can easily react to exceptional operating conditions to ensure permanently smooth operation.

Ganter telescopic slides can generally be adapted to customer-specific requirements. The focus is on the individual customization of length, extension path, fixing holes or optional functions such as self-retracting mechanisms or damping – each tailored to the specific application.

Customization options for telescopic slides

• Length adjustment: The nominal size of the rails can often be precisely tailored to your installation dimensions.
• Cutout and hole pattern modification: Special drilling or mounting options are possible.
• Extension and end stop: Both the extension path and the end positions can be adjusted, such as for partial, full, or over-extension.
• Functional enhancement: Additional options such as self-closing, damping, or a "push-to-open" operation can be specifically combined if required.
• Material variants: With GN 1450, stainless steel versions for special operating conditions (moisture, hygiene) are also available.

Practical benefits of individual customizations

In this way, you can tailor telescopic slides such as GN 1450 or GN 1430 precisely to your installation situation and functional requirements. Special lengths or a different hole pattern facilitate integration into existing designs – without subsequent adjustments. With special combinations of extension types and additional functions, you can create user-friendly, safely guided extensions that precisely meet your process requirements.

Recommendation for your project planning

If you would like to have telescopic slides customized to your specifications, we recommend contacting Ganter Service ahead of time. It is best to have the desired dimensions, load-related requirements, and required additional functions ready. Ganter then supports you with technical advice, CAD data, and documentation that clearly explains the specification of your special solution. This allows you to respond flexibly to project-specific challenges and saves you the trouble of having to resort to standard solutions that are not a perfect fit.

Ganter telescopic slides stand for superlative quality, technical expertise, and reliable availability. As a manufacturer with over 125 years of experience in the development and production of standard parts, Ganter offers solutions that are used worldwide in a wide variety of applications and industries.

Your advantages at a glance:

• High delivery availability: Around 98% of the product range is available directly from stock to ensure short delivery times.
• Internationally established: With partners in more than 80 countries, Ganter ensures worldwide support and reliable supply chains.
• Made in Germany: Development and production take place in accordance with the highest quality standards in Germany.
• Sustainability and durability: For over 125 years, Ganter has stood for long-term thinking, responsible action, and continuous innovation.
• Convenient procurement: All telescopic slides can be ordered easily and conveniently via the Ganter webshop.
• CAD data in reliable quality, available free of charge and as a direct download without registration.
• Personal consultation on site: Our field service team is available to provide competent assistance if you need any help with the selection or implementation of your project. Further information and contact persons can be found on our Contact page.
• Technical support: For technical questions regarding products, applications, or designs, our technical sales team will be happy to assist you at the phone number +49 7723 6507-259.

When you choose Ganter, you’re choosing durable and precise solutions, as well as an experienced partner who will support you from the planning stage through to the completion of your project.