DENO LED Lighting

18x18mm Magnetic LED Channel — Deep Tool-Free Aluminum Profile for Gondola Shelving

Model: DL-1818 HX-M

DL-1818 HX-M 18x18mm Magnetic LED Channel — Deep Tool-Free Aluminum Profile for Gondola Shelving — 24V, cuttable every 31.3mm, 12mm FPCB width, 2835 LEDs, 120 LEDs/m

Overview

The 18x18mm Magnetic LED Channel (model DL-1818 HX-M) is a 6063 anodized aluminum LED profile — also searched as LED channel, LED extrusion or aluminum channel for LED strip lights — designed for Tool-Free Magnetic installation. The housing works as a heat sink for 24V and 48V high-power LED strips, while the PC diffuser (frosted, milky or transparent) hides the LEDs and delivers dot-free, uniform light. It accepts LED strips from 5mm to 12mm PCB width and is supplied in 0.5m to 4m lengths, cut to custom sizes on request. Every channel ships with end caps, mounting clips and connectors, so installers can complete retail shelving, display cases and supermarket gondola lighting without extra hardware. Pair it with DENO high-density 240 LEDs/m SMD or COB strips for a completely spot-free line of light in architectural and commercial LED lighting projects.

Description

Integrated magnetic mounting channel enables rapid, tool-free installation directly onto steel gondola shelving and commercial retail fixtures without additional hardware. The deep 18x18mm aluminum profile features a raised diffuser design with a 180-degree beam angle to ensure continuous, dot-free linear illumination. Engineered with a 12mm internal width to accommodate high-performance DC 24V LED strip lights equipped with 2835 SMD chips. Factory-direct manufacturing offers OEM custom lengths from 0.5m to 4m for versatile display cabinet lighting and wholesale project supply. Compatible with single-bin LED strip light configurations under 3 SDCM and dimmable drivers for uniform commercial linear lighting applications.

Specifications

SDCM< 3 SDCM (Single Bin)
LED QTY120leds/m or above
PART NODL-1818 HX-M
SMD TYPE2835
CUTTABLE UNIT8LEDs/31.25mm
DIMMABLEYes
LED PITCH3.9mm
PCB WIDTH12mm
WARRANTY5 Years
BEAM ANGLE180°
RUN LENGTH0.5~4m
COPPER FOIL3oz
CIRCUIT TYPEC.V.
INPUT VOLTAGEDC 24V
OPERATING TEMPERATURE-25~40°C;Tc：75°C（max）

Applications

  • Cove lighting & recessed ceiling lines — Mounts continuous LED strip runs into coves, ceiling recesses and drywall joints so the fixture reads as a clean line of light instead of a visible strip.
  • Heat management for high-power strips — The aluminium body acts as a heat sink, keeping LED junction temperature down and protecting lumen maintenance over the strip's rated life.
  • Shelf-edge & display-case lighting — Compact channel sections fit shelf edges, glass cabinets and display joinery where the strip must stay hidden but serviceable.
  • Diffused, dot-free finish — The frosted cover blends individual LEDs into an even line, which matters most on high-density and COB strips viewed at close range.

Request a quotation for #DL-1818 HX-M

DENO LED is a Shenzhen-based LED strip manufacturer with its own Foshan production base. Send the run length, voltage, CCT/CRI and IP rating you need and our engineering team replies with a specification sheet, wiring plan and price — OEM/ODM and fully custom builds included.

  • Warranty: 5 years
  • Lead time: standard boards: samples from 1 working day · custom: 3–5 working days · new FPCB: 1–3 weeks · production 1–2 weeks after sample approval
  • Compliance: CE · UL · RoHS
  • Bonding wire: 99.99% pure gold
  • Copper foil: 99.9% pure copper FPCB

Contact DENO LED engineers · OEM / ODM capability

Pair With High-Power SMD LED Strips

The 6063 aluminum body acts as a heat sink, so this LED channel can safely run higher-wattage SMD LED strips — pair it with a high-lumen SMD strip and the frosted PC cover will deliver bright, evenly diffused light.

This channel accepts LED strips up to 12mm wide — its inner width leaves the 2mm clearance needed to seat the tape, so only strips at or below that width are listed.

Related models in this series

See every model in Aluminum Profile Series or narrow to Magnetic Led Channel. Compare wattage, lumen output and run length in the ProCalc parameter library, or request OEM/ODM pricing on the custom manufacturing page.

Frequently Asked Questions

What LED strip width fits the 18x18mm Magnetic LED Channel?

It fits LED strips from 5mm to 12mm PCB width, with 8mm and 10mm strips being the most common choice for this magnetic led channel. Check the inner channel width on the drawing before ordering, and allow 0.5mm clearance for the strip adhesive.

Which diffuser should I choose — frosted, milky or transparent?

Choose frosted for the best balance of diffusion and output, milky when you need to fully hide LED dots at short viewing distance, and transparent only when maximum lumen output matters more than glare control. Frosted covers are the default for retail shelving, display cases and supermarket gondola lighting.

How is this aluminum profile installed?

It mounts tool-free on any steel surface with magnetic clips — no screws or drilling. The channel can be repositioned at any time, which is why it is used on retail shelves and display cases.

Can this LED channel be cut to custom lengths?

Yes. Standard lengths are 0.5m to 4m and the aluminum extrusion can be cut with a miter saw on site, or pre-cut to your project dimensions at the factory. Cut the LED strip only at its marked cutting unit so every segment still lights up.

Does the aluminum profile work as a heat sink for high-power strips?

Yes. The 6063 aluminum body conducts heat away from the FPCB and keeps the LED junction temperature down, which is required for 24V and 48V strips above roughly 14W/m. Running high-power strips without a channel shortens lumen maintenance and shifts colour over time.

Engineering & selection guide

Channel inner width and strip PCB matching, diffuser choice (frosted, opal, clear), mounting methods and heat dissipation are covered on the series page.