Hello everyone,
I am planning to get an Ikea PAX system and am particularly interested in the drawers. My main question is: What is the weight capacity of the Ikea PAX drawers without causing damage to the structure or the drawer slides?
I have read that there are differences depending on the type of drawer and the materials used, but precise figures are hard to find or are very general. It would be helpful to know the realistic maximum load per drawer.
For context: I intend to use the drawers mainly for clothing and heavier items like books or electronics, and I need a reliable statement on whether the drawers can withstand this over the long term. Perhaps someone also knows the differences between the versions with metal drawers, those with glass fronts, or the wooden variants within the PAX system?
Looking forward to your detailed experiences or data!
I am planning to get an Ikea PAX system and am particularly interested in the drawers. My main question is: What is the weight capacity of the Ikea PAX drawers without causing damage to the structure or the drawer slides?
I have read that there are differences depending on the type of drawer and the materials used, but precise figures are hard to find or are very general. It would be helpful to know the realistic maximum load per drawer.
For context: I intend to use the drawers mainly for clothing and heavier items like books or electronics, and I need a reliable statement on whether the drawers can withstand this over the long term. Perhaps someone also knows the differences between the versions with metal drawers, those with glass fronts, or the wooden variants within the PAX system?
Looking forward to your detailed experiences or data!
Regarding the load capacity of Ikea PAX drawers, the following can be noted:
- The typical metal drawers with metal bottoms and side panels have an official load capacity of approximately 13 to 15 kg (29 to 33 lbs) per drawer.
- For the larger drawers with wooden bottoms, Ikea specifies a maximum load of around 10 kg (22 lbs).
- Glass fronts or special drawers are not explicitly advertised with higher load capacities; in these cases, it is safer to adhere to the lower values.
These figures refer to loads that are evenly distributed and take into account the capacity of the drawer slides.
It is important not to place heavy point loads to avoid premature wear of the slides or deformation of the drawers. The overall load on the PAX wardrobe also matters, although the drawer load should mostly be considered independently.
For heavier loads, it is advisable to look for more robust accessories or distribute the weight across multiple compartments.
- The typical metal drawers with metal bottoms and side panels have an official load capacity of approximately 13 to 15 kg (29 to 33 lbs) per drawer.
- For the larger drawers with wooden bottoms, Ikea specifies a maximum load of around 10 kg (22 lbs).
- Glass fronts or special drawers are not explicitly advertised with higher load capacities; in these cases, it is safer to adhere to the lower values.
These figures refer to loads that are evenly distributed and take into account the capacity of the drawer slides.
It is important not to place heavy point loads to avoid premature wear of the slides or deformation of the drawers. The overall load on the PAX wardrobe also matters, although the drawer load should mostly be considered independently.
For heavier loads, it is advisable to look for more robust accessories or distribute the weight across multiple compartments.
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warrenka5730 Sep 2024 20:03RENMA schrieb:
According to official information, typical metal drawers with metal bottoms and sidewalls have a load capacity of about 13 to 15 kg (29 to 33 lbs) per drawer.Thanks for the information, that really helps me!
Based on my own experience, I wouldn’t rely too heavily on those specifications. Sometimes you end up loading more because you think, “It will hold.” With the PAX drawers I have, around 15 kg (33 lbs) over the long term was really pushing the limit – after about two years, the runners started to wear slightly, causing the drawer to wobble a bit.
So I would recommend planning with some safety margin, especially if you intend to use the drawers regularly and frequently, for example for clothes or electronic devices, which can sometimes be heavier.
Maybe there are tips on how to reinforce the runners or whether combining them with shelves for heavier items might be a better solution?
I would like to add some more detailed technical aspects regarding the load capacity of the Ikea PAX drawers, as many people want to understand what lies behind the official numbers and what to pay attention to specifically:
- The approximately 13 to 15 kg (29 to 33 lbs) per drawer mentioned above refers to the maximum static load capacity of the drawers as tested by Ikea.
- The load limit is strongly influenced by the drawer slides, meaning the rails on which the drawer glides. These are often ball-bearing full-extension slides that have mechanical limits in terms of stability and wear.
- Frequent load cycles (opening and closing) with heavy weight lead to faster wear of the drawer slides. This means the 15 kg (33 lbs) should be considered more as an upper limit for occasional full loads, not as a permanent load.
- The material quality of the drawer bottoms also plays a role: versions with metal bottoms are more robust than those with thinner particleboard or artificial wood combined with glass fronts.
- A practical tip: If you intend to store heavy electronics or books, it is advisable to use the larger drawers or shelves in the PAX wardrobe, as these can better distribute higher loads.
- Additionally, the load capacity can be increased through additional reinforcements (e.g., secondary drawer slides or inserts), although there is no official Ikea support for this, so it relies on personal testing.
- For long-term use, it is recommended to regularly check the function of the slides to detect wear early and prevent damage.
I would be interested to know whether Bigoti already has a specific drawer variant in mind for the intended purpose, or if other requirements such as installation dimensions and design also play a role?
- The approximately 13 to 15 kg (29 to 33 lbs) per drawer mentioned above refers to the maximum static load capacity of the drawers as tested by Ikea.
- The load limit is strongly influenced by the drawer slides, meaning the rails on which the drawer glides. These are often ball-bearing full-extension slides that have mechanical limits in terms of stability and wear.
- Frequent load cycles (opening and closing) with heavy weight lead to faster wear of the drawer slides. This means the 15 kg (33 lbs) should be considered more as an upper limit for occasional full loads, not as a permanent load.
- The material quality of the drawer bottoms also plays a role: versions with metal bottoms are more robust than those with thinner particleboard or artificial wood combined with glass fronts.
- A practical tip: If you intend to store heavy electronics or books, it is advisable to use the larger drawers or shelves in the PAX wardrobe, as these can better distribute higher loads.
- Additionally, the load capacity can be increased through additional reinforcements (e.g., secondary drawer slides or inserts), although there is no official Ikea support for this, so it relies on personal testing.
- For long-term use, it is recommended to regularly check the function of the slides to detect wear early and prevent damage.
I would be interested to know whether Bigoti already has a specific drawer variant in mind for the intended purpose, or if other requirements such as installation dimensions and design also play a role?
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