Question 1

Are the aluminum channels non-conductive? most led strips have exposed copper connections on the back. do i need to insulate with mylar tape first?

Accepted Answer

You are correct. LED flex strips have areas with exposed copper, the aluminum extrusion is not insulated and they can short circuit when there’s no barrier. FYI mylar is a polyester film.. the double sided mounting tape supplied with most strips  is adequate  to insulate  it. If the led strip will be upside down then a 3M VHB automotive mounting tape is less likely to let the led strip peel down.  If the proffered plan is to use a glue rather than a tape, then a clear spray on finish can be use to insulate the channel.

Question 2

My led strip is too bright for my application, even on the lowest setting. any suggestions for reducing light transmittance on these covers?

Accepted Answer

You can reduce brightness by reducing voltage to the led strip. I do not know your application but a voltage adjustable power supply will work as long as it delivers enough amps to drive the leds. I think one light strip of about 16 feet draws about 6 amps. In a car that produces up to 14.5 volts, a dc to dc  reducing power supply would do it. Hook it up and with a volt meter and a small screwdriver turn the potentiometer off the power supply to set voltage to desired light output.

Question 3

Does the white lens  distort the color changing LED’s?

Accepted Answer

No

Question 4

Can these be used for a straight edge for a circular saw?

Accepted Answer

if you mean as a saw guide, then no. These extrusions are not the sort of thick stiff piece that makes a good rip guide. A piece of steel angle is stiffer than aluminum, either is available from 2' to 8' in length at local home centers and hardware stores. at 3' long even a 1/2x1/2 1/8" thick angle should be stiff enough. At 8' long a 2"x2" 1/8" thick aluminum angle is noticably stiffer than 1-1/2" x 1-1/2" and about as stiff as a 1" square tube with 1/16" wall, but in steel a 3/4" x 3/4" or 1" x 1" angle 1/8 thick is stiffer than any of the largest widely distrubuted aluminum angles.

ASIN	B071FRFQVZ
Additional Features	Corded
Best Sellers Rank	#8,597 in Industrial & Scientific ( See Top 100 in Industrial & Scientific ) #2 in Aluminum Channels #141 in Under-Counter Light Fixtures
Brand	hunhun
Brand Name	hunhun
Color	Silver
Control Method	App
Controller Type	App Control
Customer Reviews	4.6 out of 5 stars 1,361 Reviews
Form Factor	U Shape
Indoor Outdoor Usage	Indoor
Indoor/Outdoor Usage	Indoor
Item Length	10 meters
Item Weight	2.6 pounds
Light Color	White
Light Source Type	LED
Manufacturer	hunhun
Manufacturer Part Number	CH-01-10
Material Type	Aluminum
Model Number	CH-01-10
Number of Items	10
Number of Light Sources	12
Occasion	Christmas
Power Source	Hardwired
Product Style	Modern
Seasons	Christmas
Special Feature	Corded
Theme	Indoor
UPC	619315206603
Unit Count	10 Count
Water Resistance Level	Water Resistant

10-Pack 3.3ft/1Meter U Shape LED Aluminum Channel System with Milky Cover, End Caps and Mounting Clips, Aluminum Profile for LED Strip Light Installations, Very Easy Installation

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