Alustrip 1609 LED Profile – 16×9mm Aluminium Channel
The Alustrip 1609 LED Profile is a compact aluminium extrusion designed for clean and professional LED strip installations. Its 16×9mm open-channel design provides a practical solution for installations where heat management and a slim profile are important.
The profile is designed for 14.8mm LED strips, including compatible IP68 waterproof LED strips. It does not use a diffuser, allowing the LED strip to sit directly inside the aluminium channel.
Alustrip 1609 LED Profile for LED Strip Lighting
The Alustrip 1609 LED Profile uses an open-channel design without a diffuser. This design allows the aluminium profile to make direct contact with the LED strip.
As a result, the aluminium body helps transfer heat away from the LED strip during operation. This makes the profile suitable for applications using higher-output LED strips where thermal management is important.
16×9mm Open-Channel Aluminium Design
The compact 16×9mm aluminium profile suits lighting installations where a slim channel is required.
Because the profile has no diffuser, it provides an open installation for compatible LED strips. This makes it useful for applications where a diffuser is not required.
The high-grade aluminium construction also provides a durable housing for the LED strip.
Designed for 14.8mm LED Strips
The Alustrip 1609 supports 14.8mm wide LED strips. It can accommodate suitable standard LED strips as well as compatible waterproof IP68 strips.
Before installation, check the width of your LED strip to make sure it fits correctly inside the profile.
Vesta Lines offers a range of LED Strip Lights for residential, commercial and architectural lighting projects.
Suitable for IP68 LED Strips
The profile is designed to accommodate compatible IP68 waterproof LED strips. This makes it useful for projects where the selected LED strip requires a higher level of water and dust protection.
However, the aluminium profile itself is not rated IP68. The IP rating depends on the LED strip and the completed installation.
For waterproof lighting projects, always check the IP rating and installation requirements of the LED strip before installation.
Aluminium Profile for Heat Management
Heat management is important when installing LED strips, particularly with higher-output products.
The Alustrip 1609 uses a high-grade aluminium body to help transfer heat from the LED strip. The open-channel design also allows direct contact between the strip and the aluminium profile.
For best results, follow the LED strip manufacturer’s installation instructions and make sure the profile provides sufficient thermal contact.
For more information about LED lighting technology and professional applications, see LED Professional.
3m LED Strip Extrusion
The Alustrip 1609 is supplied in a 3m length. This allows installers to create long and continuous lighting runs.
The 3m profile works well for custom installations across furniture, cabinetry, walls, ceilings and architectural features.
Surface or Recessed Installation
The Alustrip 1609 supports surface or recessed installation. This gives installers flexibility when designing LED strip lighting layouts.
Common applications include:
- Kitchen under-cabinet lighting
- Retail shelves and display units
- Furniture and cabinetry accents
- Wall and ceiling architectural details
- Staircase and step lighting
- Wardrobes and storage areas
- Cove and indirect lighting
- Commercial interiors
- High-output LED strip installations
LED Profile for Residential and Commercial Projects
The Alustrip 1609 suits a wide range of residential and commercial lighting projects. Its compact aluminium construction provides a clean housing for LED strip lighting.
It can be used for furniture lighting, architectural accents, retail displays and other indoor applications.
You can also explore the full range of LED Strip Extrusion Profiles available from Vesta Lines.
Professional LED Strip Installation
Before installation, check the LED strip width, power requirements and required IP rating. Make sure the selected LED strip is compatible with the 14.8mm profile width.
For installations that require strip connections, Vesta Lines also offers LED Strip Connectors.
The Alustrip 1609 provides a practical 16×9mm open-channel aluminium profile for 14.8mm LED strips, including compatible IP68 waterproof LED strip products.
