This small spring-loaded component creates the precise 2.6mm gap needed between your cabinet door or drawer front and the cabinet frame to activate Blum's SERVO-DRIVE electric opening system.

Where It Fits

The distance bumper sits inside the cabinet frame, typically on the side wall or top rail where the door or drawer would naturally come to rest when closed. You'll find these in kitchens fitted with SERVO-DRIVE units, where doors and drawers open at a light touch.

How It Works

When you close a SERVO-DRIVE door or drawer, it doesn't quite touch the cabinet frame. Instead, it stops against this small bumper, which compresses slightly under the pressure. This creates the exact 2.6mm gap that tells the electric drive unit the door is properly closed and ready to open again when touched.

Why It Matters

Without this precise gap, the SERVO-DRIVE system can't detect when to activate. Too close and the mechanism won't trigger. Too far and the door feels loose or looks misaligned. The spring loading means it adapts slightly to variations in door positioning while maintaining the critical measurement.

Build Quality

The bumper is made from nylon in a dust grey finish that disappears against most cabinet interiors. At just 5mm diameter, it's barely visible once fitted. The push-fit design means it sits securely in a 10mm deep hole without additional fixings. Blum backs it with a five-year warranty.

Design Consideration

This is purely a functional component. You'll only need these if your kitchen includes SERVO-DRIVE units, and your designer will calculate exactly how many and where they go. They're not something you choose, rather something the system requires to work properly.