Aluminum Edge-Lit LED Mounting Base Strip for Lightboxes
Up to 102.36″ (2.6m)
Sold by the meter – when ordering,
select qty needed: 1 = 1 meter (3.28 ft)
$24.96
Ensure precise LED alignment and superior heat management inside your trade show displays with the Aluminum Edge-Lit LED Mounting Base Strip from Vegas Exhibit Supply. Designed as the structural foundation for edge-lit lightbox profiles, this heavy-duty extrusion strip securely holds LED light bars and flexible tape lights along frame perimeters. Acting as an efficient heatsink, it pulls heat away from sensitive diodes—extending LED lifespan and maintaining consistent brightness throughout multi-day events.
Key Features & Specifications
- Integrated Thermal Management: Heavy-duty extruded aluminum acts as a thermal heatsink, dissipating LED heat to ensure stable performance and prevent diode decay.
- Precision Alignment: Keeps LED bars perfectly centered and securely seated along internal extrusion tracks for uniform edge lighting.
- Protective Channel Synergy: Pairs seamlessly with our transparent and diffused snap-in optical covers to create a fully enclosed lighting module.
- Anodized Commercial Finish: Corrosion-resistant, professional-grade aluminum construction built for repeated exhibit assembly and transport.
- Universal Extrusion Fit: Engineered to mount smoothly inside standard modular SEG aluminum framing systems and custom sign boxes.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why is a metal base strip important for edge-lit lightbox LEDs?
High-output LEDs generate heat during continuous operation. The aluminum base strip acts as a heatsink, transferring thermal energy away from the diodes to prevent overheating, burnout, and light degradation during trade shows.
Is this base strip compatible with snap-in transparent or diffused covers?
Yes, this base strip is engineered as part of a modular lighting track system, designed to seat LED bars beneath snap-in transparent protective covers or light-diffusing lenses.
How are LED strips mounted to this aluminum base?
LED PCB light bars can be screwed, riveted, or adhered using high-tack thermal conductive tape directly onto the smooth aluminum surface of the base strip.
Can this base strip be trimmed to custom lengths?
Yes, standard aluminum cutting tools, such as a miter saw with a non-ferrous metal blade or a hacksaw, can easily trim the base strip to fit custom frame sizes.
