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How much space should I leave behind the drawer for cables?

As a practical installation allowance, I would leave about another 50mm where cables are routed behind the drawer.

That is guidance rather than an absolute mechanical minimum: large connectors, stiff cables or a generous service loop may need more.

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Michael
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