Efficient storage is essential to any well-organized office, and the Alera 5-Drawer Lateral File Cabinet offers a powerful solution for managing documents with ease. Designed to accommodate legal, letter, A4, and A5-sized files, this cabinet provides high-capacity filing in a sleek, black steel design that complements any modern workspace.
Whether you’re setting up a corporate records room or simply upgrading your home office, this cabinet combines robust construction with user-friendly features to meet your filing needs.
With five spacious drawers, the Alera lateral file cabinet allows for efficient categorization and quick access to important documents. Each drawer supports side-to-side filing for various paper sizes, including:
Legal
Letter
A4
A5
This versatility ensures that no matter your filing format, this cabinet can handle it — making it ideal for cross-functional teams, legal offices, medical records, and administrative departments that manage diverse documentation.
One of the standout features of this cabinet is the fixed front with a roll-out shelf in the top drawer. This design transforms the uppermost drawer into a convenient staging area — great for temporary file sorting, quick retrieval, or even placing office supplies while accessing lower drawers.
The drawers open and close smoothly on precision ball-bearing slide suspension, ensuring a quiet and effortless experience, even under full load. Each drawer features a full-width designer-style handle for comfortable grip and consistent visual appeal.
Built from heavy-duty steel and finished in a classic black powder coat, this cabinet is made to last. The high-strength construction resists wear and maintains its appearance even in high-traffic environments.
To protect your sensitive documents, the cabinet includes a factory-installed core removable lock that secures all drawers. This feature adds peace of mind in shared office spaces, ensuring that confidential files stay protected after hours.
Safety is a key component in any file cabinet, especially when dealing with multiple drawers. This unit includes an interlock system that prevents more than one drawer from opening at a time — reducing the risk of tipping. It also meets or exceeds ANSI/BIFMA standards for quality and performance, making it suitable for commercial-grade environments.
Leveling glides are included to keep the cabinet stable on uneven flooring, and the unit ships fully assembled (except for the handles), saving time and effort during setup.
Material: Heavy-duty steel
Color: Black
Number of Drawers: 5
Drawer Dimensions: Fit legal, letter, A4, A5 files
Overall Dimensions: 42″ W × 18.63″ D × 67.63″ H
Top Drawer: Fixed front with roll-out shelf
Handles: Full-width designer-style
Security: Core removable lock
Mobility: Stationary with leveling glides
Assembly: Fully assembled (except handles)
Certifications: Meets or exceeds ANSI/BIFMA standards
This lateral file cabinet is an excellent choice for law firms, accounting departments, schools, clinics, or any office that requires high-capacity filing. Its modern black finish blends with existing office decor, while its performance-driven features provide long-term value.
Whether you’re organizing client files, storing archival documents, or maintaining HR records, the Alera 5-Drawer Lateral File Cabinet offers the space, strength, and simplicity you need.