LL16 - DEEP RECESSED ALUMINUM CHANNEL FOR LED FLEXIBLE STRIP - 1M (3.28') LENGTH

LL16 - DEEP RECESSED ALUMINUM CHANNEL FOR LED FLEXIBLE STRIP - 1M (3.28') LENGTH

SKU: LS-LL16-AL-L1

Brand: LUMENSTARLED

Deep recessed aluminum channel — also known as an LED strip profile or extrusion — is one of the best ways to give your LED flexible strip lighting a clean, built-in look. Whether you're upgrading your kitchen with under-cabinet lighting, adding ambient glow to a living room ceiling detail, or creating a sleek accent along a hallway, this recessed mounting channel lets you embed your LED strips seamlessly into drywall, woodwork, or cabinetry for a truly professional finish.

This 1-metre length aluminum profile from LUMENSTARLED is designed to sink into a routed groove or prepared channel, sitting flush with the surrounding surface. The result is a smooth, integrated lighting effect — no visible strips, no exposed components, just beautiful, even light. It's a favourite among homeowners tackling renovation projects who want that high-end, custom look without hiring a specialized contractor.

Built for the Canadian market and certified to Canadian electrical standards, this LED strip housing works with a wide range of flexible LED tape lights. The deep profile design accommodates various strip widths and provides excellent light diffusion when paired with a compatible cover lens. Whether you're planning a single accent feature or running continuous lengths throughout your home, this recessed aluminum LED channel is a versatile, reliable foundation for your lighting project.

This deep recessed aluminum LED channel is engineered with precision-extruded 6063-T5 aluminum alloy, delivering outstanding thermal management for your LED flexible strips. Aluminum extrusions act as passive heat sinks, drawing heat away from the LED strip and significantly extending the operational lifespan of your lighting system. By keeping operating temperatures low, this profile helps maintain consistent high CRI rating performance and colour stability from your LED strips over thousands of hours of use.

The deep profile design of this recessed LED extrusion provides ample interior depth to accommodate LED strips along with any necessary wiring or inline connectors. When paired with a frosted or opal diffuser cover, the channel eliminates visible LED hot spots and produces smooth, uniform illumination — a critical factor in architectural and accent lighting applications. The profile is also compatible with a range of efficient LED driver systems, including dimmable and constant-current options, giving you full control over brightness and ambiance.

This product meets cUL and CSA approved safety requirements for the Canadian market, ensuring peace of mind for residential installations. The aluminum construction is naturally resistant to corrosion, and the channel can be used in a variety of indoor environments. For areas with moisture exposure, pairing this profile with an IP-rated LED strip ensures your lighting system is protected and performs reliably in kitchens, bathrooms, and other demanding spaces.

Installation is straightforward for any confident DIY renovator. The channel is designed to be recessed into a milled slot in wood, drywall, or other building materials, and can be easily cut to length with a standard hacksaw or mitre saw. Mounting clips and end caps are typically available separately to complete the installation. Compared to surface-mounted LED strips, a recessed aluminum extrusion system delivers a far more polished result, transforming simple LED tape lighting into an architectural feature that adds lasting value to your home.

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