How much weight can flat-file cabinet drawers hold?

Commercial flat-file drawers are rated for 50–100 lbs per drawer depending on the steel gauge and manufacturer — more than enough for even large sets of construction drawings, which are bulky but surprisingly light. The important thing is not exceeding the rated capacity: overloaded drawers bow the drawer bottom and damage the ball-bearing suspension over time. FindOfficeFurniture.com includes drawer weight ratings in every product spec — call 888-719-4960.