4 FEET RECESSED ALUMINUM U SHAPE PROFILE FOR LED STRIP (LUX745)

Name: 4 FEET RECESSED ALUMINUM U SHAPE PROFILE FOR LED STRIP (LUX745)
Brand: LED MONTREAL
SKU: 4LUX745
Price: 25.97 CAD
Availability: InStock

SKU: 4LUX745

Brand: LED MONTREAL

Give your LED strip lights the clean, built-in look of a real architectural fixture with the 4 FEET RECESSED ALUMINUM U SHAPE PROFILE FOR LED STRIP (LUX745) from LED MONTREAL. Also called an aluminum extrusion, LED channel, U-channel or recessed LED profile, this 4-foot track is what turns a bare adhesive LED strip into a finished line of light. It hides the tape, the diodes and the little imperfections of a DIY run, spreads the light more evenly, and protects everything from dust and bumps. Homeowners use it under cabinets, in ceiling coves and stair nosings; contractors use it to deliver a seamless, professional result on kitchens, millwork and commercial counters.

The model 4LUX745 is a U-shape recessed profile measuring 4 feet (1.22 m) long, 26.2 mm wide and 11.5 mm high — a compact channel that sits flush once inset into a groove in wood, drywall, MDF or millwork. Its extruded aluminum body is rigid and easy to cut to length on site, and it also acts as a heat sink, helping your diodes run cooler and last longer. It is designed for LED strips of less than 14 mm in width, so check your tape before ordering: wider IP67 and IP68 strips will not fit inside this channel. Mount it recessed for the true built-in look, or surface it with sturdy double-sided tape when routing a groove isn't an option. Add matching end caps for a tidy finish, and choose the diffuser that suits your project — the clear diffuser renders 98% of the LED strip's light while shielding your IP20 strip from dust and dirt.

This 4' LED strip light channel shines in kitchens (under and over cabinets), bathrooms, closets, home offices, basements, staircases and home theatres, and just as well in retail displays, reception desks, restaurants, bars and offices. It's a favourite of Canadian renovators because it takes a project from "looks like a strip taped on" to "looks like it was always there". Need longer continuous runs? Pair it with the 8 feet recessed aluminum U shape profile for LED strip (LUX745), the same U profile in a longer length. Plan your layout, cut, clip and light it up.

Built from extruded aluminum
The LUX745 is a U-shape channel made of extruded aluminum, the material of choice for LED strip installations because it is rigid, straight and stable over a full 4-foot span. The U geometry cradles the strip on three sides, keeping the tape perfectly aligned and hiding the wiring channel from view. Aluminum also draws heat away from the diodes — a simple passive heat sink that helps your LED strip lighting keep its brightness and colour over the years. The extrusion cuts cleanly with a fine-tooth blade or a mitre saw, so you can size each run exactly to your cabinet, shelf or cove and butt several lengths end to end.

Technical specifications
Model: 4LUX745
Type: U Shape (Recessed)
Length: 4 Feet (1.22 m)
Width: 26.2 mm
Height: 11.5 mm
Brand: LED MONTREAL

Strip compatibility and diffusers
This recessed LED profile is designed for LED strips measuring less than 14 mm in width. Strips wider than 14 mm — including certain IP67 and IP68 silicone-coated tapes — will not seat properly inside the channel, so measure your ruban LED or tape before you buy. Several diffuser options are available to control the final look: the clear diffuser renders 98% of the LED strip's light while protecting an IP20 strip from dust and dirt and giving the profile a finished face, while a frosted option softens the output for a smoother line of light. Matching end caps close both ends of the channel for a clean, cabinet-grade result.

Installation
There are two ways to mount it. Recessed: route or cut a groove sized to the 26.2 mm width and 11.5 mm height, drop the profile in, run and connect your strip, then snap the diffuser in place — the result sits flush with the surface, which is what makes the light look integrated rather than added on. Surface: use sturdy double-sided tape to bond the channel directly to wood, MDF, drywall or metal when a groove isn't practical. In both cases, plan where the power lead exits and leave room for your driver or transformer in an accessible location, as required for low-voltage LED strip lights installations in Canadian homes and businesses.

Applications and documentation
Typical uses include under-cabinet and toe-kick kitchen lighting, cove and tray ceilings, stair and hallway guidance, closet and pantry shelving, vanity and mirror surrounds, bar fronts, display cases, retail shelving, reception desks and office millwork. Contractors often combine several 4-foot sections to line a full counter or ceiling perimeter; for longer uninterrupted runs, the 8 feet recessed aluminum U shape profile for LED strip (LUX745) uses the same U-shape design with fewer joints. The technical PDF for the 4 feet interior-exterior recessed aluminum profile for LED strip is available in the Documentation tab with the full dimensional data for the LUX745.

Technical Files