DENO LED Lighting

20x10mm Wide Surface Mount LED Channel — Dotless Aluminum Profile for 240 LEDs/m

Model: DL-2010

DL-2010 20x10mm Wide Surface Mount LED Channel — Dotless Aluminum Profile for 240 LEDs/m — 24V, cuttable every 31.3mm, 15mm FPCB width, 2835 LEDs, 240 LEDs/m

Overview

The 20x10mm Surface Mount LED Channel (model DL-2010) is a 6063 anodized aluminum LED profile — also searched as LED channel, LED extrusion or aluminum channel for LED strip lights — designed for Surface Mounted 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 under cabinet lighting, shelf lighting and ceiling linear runs 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

20x10mm LED Strip Profile The premium LED Strip Profile DL-2010 features AL6063-T5 aluminum alloy, offering exceptional heat dissipation for high-density LED strips. This ultra-slim aluminum channel fits 15mm FPC strips, supporting 240+ LEDs/m. 【Superior Performance】The aluminum profile provides excellent shock resistance and corrosion protection, significantly extending LED lifespan. Clip-on design ensures easy installation. 【Wide Applications】Ideal for commercial lighting and residential hidden projects, this high-quality LED Strip Profile delivers stable lighting performance with up to 80% energy efficiency.

Specifications

LED QTY240leds/m or above
SMD TYPE2835
CUTTABLE UNIT8LEDs/31.25mm
DIMMABLEYes
LED PITCH3.9mm
PCB WIDTH15mm
LENGTH MAX0.5~4m
COPPER FOIL3oz
CIRCUIT TYPEC.V.
INPUT VOLTAGEDC 24V

Frequently Asked Questions

What LED strip width fits the 20x10mm Surface Mount LED Channel?

It fits LED strips from 5mm to 12mm PCB width, with 8mm and 10mm strips being the most common choice for this surface mount 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 under cabinet lighting, shelf lighting and ceiling linear runs.

How is this aluminum profile installed?

It is surface mounted with the supplied clips or screws every 400–500mm, then the strip is fitted and the diffuser snapped on. No recess or carpentry work is required.

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.

Will I still see LED dots through the diffuser?

No, if you match the strip density to the channel depth. Use at least 120 LEDs/m with a frosted cover; a 240 LEDs/m high-density or COB strip gives a completely dot-free line of light in this profile.

What accessories are included?

Each surface mount led channel ships with end caps, mounting clips and a PC diffuser; corner connectors, magnetic clips and power feed caps are available on request for OEM and project orders.

Surface Mount LED Channel — Buyer Questions

What is a surface mount LED channel used for?

A surface mounted LED profile screws or clips straight onto a finished ceiling, wall, shelf or cabinet carcass — no routing, no plaster work. It is the default choice for retrofits, under-cabinet lines, linear ceiling runs and workshop task lighting, and the U shape body means the tape can be replaced later without touching the building fabric.

Which LED channel width should I pick — 10mm, 15mm, 20mm or 25mm?

Size the body from the strip and the beam you want. 10x10mm and 12x8mm bodies suit 6–8mm tape in cabinets; 15x15mm and 17x15mm handle 10mm tape with real heat sinking; 20mm and 25mm bodies such as 25x14.5mm and 20x30mm take 12–15mm boards, double rows and high-output runs. A wider aperture also softens the line, which helps when the tape sits close to the cover.

Is there a 48V LED channel for long corridor runs?

Yes. The 15x15mm, 20x05mm and 20x07mm bodies are built around DENO's 48V tape, where a single feed carries far longer than a 24V run before voltage drop bites. That combination is what makes uninterrupted corridor, atrium and warehouse lines practical — one driver, one feed point, and an aluminum body that keeps the higher load cool.

Which surface profile gives a dotless line with 240 LEDs/m tape?

The slim, wide-aperture bodies do it best: 19.1x8mm, 25x7mm, 17.5x7mm and 20x10mm all pair with 240 LEDs/m SMD tape whose pitch is short enough that the frosted cover reads as one continuous band. If the sightline is under a metre — a shelf edge or a handrail — step up to a COB or SOB strip instead of adding depth.

How is a surface mounted aluminum profile fixed in place?

Three methods, all supplied: screw the base directly through the channel, snap the body onto pre-fixed spring clips for a fastener-free face, or use the flat low-profile bodies (20x01mm, 20x02mm) with structural tape where drilling is not allowed. Clip mounting is the one to specify when the run may need to come down for service.