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Mounting LED Strip Lights in Channel is a great way to create a professional look for
your lighting installation while also protecting your LEDs from the elements. Environmental
Lights offers many different types of LED channel that can be customized to fit the
needs of just about any lighting project.
The first thing to think about when choosing LED channel is what kind of application you'd
like to use it for. In addition to having channel that is great for universal applications,
we have specialty extrusions for sconces, closets, stair treads, edge lighting glass
and acrylic, and more. We also carry channel that can be flush mounted in walls or the
floor, for a sleek, seamless look.
Aluminum channel is the most popular type of LED Channel, and while we do offer channel
made of other material, aluminum is ideal since it is the most durable and also serves
as a heat sink for your LEDs. Diffusing heat from LED strip light will help extend the
life of your LEDs. We have a diverse selection of aluminum channel that includes our own
easy-to-use aluminum track for led strip lighting, our specialty EL aluminum channel line, which
allows you to create innovative channel designs, and the KLUS profile line.
Width is an important factor when determining what channel you need, since the type of LED
Strip Light that will work with each channel is completely dependent on the width of the
channel. In fact, we have a convenient chart detailing the compatibility of LED strip to
channel. Simply find the product number of the channel you are interested in, and then
use the color guide to see which widths of strip light will be compatible.
Diffusion is another aspect to consider when purchasing LED channel. Not only do diffusers
protect your LEDs, but also they create the perfect ambiance by evenly distributing light
and eliminating hot spots. By clicking on the "companion parts" tab on each channel's
product page, you can easily determine which diffusers are compatible with that channel.
If you just want to protect your LEDs without diffusing the light, we offer clear covers
for channel as well.
One product series worth noting is our LED light bar series, which is great for our 8,
10 or 12 millimeter wide LED strip light. The light bar is effectively like having two
products in one, since the diffuser is built into the channel. A great feature of the light
bars is that they are flexible enough to follow gradual curves.
In order to simplify your shopping experience, we offer a wide variety of complete channel
systems, which bundle our aluminum channel and diffusers into compatible systems for
easy ordering.
Please keep in mind, that once you decide which channel you will be purchasing, you
will also need end caps and/or mounting brackets to complete your channel system. Those can
be found under the "companion parts" tab of any channel product page.
As always, if you have any questions about LED Channel or your lighting project, please
give us a call at 888-880-1880.