The LEDCO Aluminum Profile #86 is precision-engineered from high-grade extruded aluminum, providing superior thermal management for your LED strip lights. Aluminum is one of the most effective heat-dissipating materials available, and by housing your LED tape inside this profile, you actively draw heat away from the LEDs. This significantly extends the LED lifespan and maintains consistent light output over thousands of hours of operation, reducing the premature lumen depreciation that occurs when strip lights are mounted on less thermally conductive surfaces.
This profile is designed to work seamlessly with high CRI LED strip lights, preserving the quality and accuracy of the light being emitted. The integrated diffuser lens options minimize hotspotting and create uniform light distribution, which is essential for applications like under-cabinet task lighting, display illumination, and architectural accent lighting. The aluminum construction also provides physical protection for the LED strip, shielding it from dust, accidental contact, and minor impacts.
Certified to Canadian electrical standards and manufactured to meet rigorous quality benchmarks, this LEDCO extrusion is suitable for both residential and light commercial installations. The black anodized finish is resistant to corrosion and wear, making it appropriate for kitchens, bathrooms, and other high-use areas. When paired with an appropriate IP-rated LED strip, the profile system can be adapted for damp or semi-exposed locations as needed.
Installation is straightforward, with multiple mounting options including surface mounting, recessed installation, and suspended configurations depending on your project requirements. The profile accepts standard mounting clips and end caps, and can be cut to length on site with basic tools. By housing your LED strips in a proper aluminum LED channel, you ensure a safer, cooler-running, and far more professional result compared to bare strip light installations — all while improving energy efficiency and long-term reliability across your lighting system.