Flat
Flat Silicone Tubes
Flat and rectangular formats for linear details where width, height and strip position need to be coordinated.
- Profile form
- Flat
- Review
- Installation space and LED strip fit
LED SILICONE TUBES
LED Silicone Tubes for Lighting
LED silicone tubes are flexible housings or diffusers for a separately selected LED strip. They are not powered lights on their own. Start with the visible cross-section and available installation space, then check the internal opening, strip width, component height, emitting surface and permitted bend. A flexible silicone LED profile and a rigid channel are different assemblies; select the format around the mounting interface and review the light appearance with the actual strip.
PROFILE SELECTION
Choose by Profile Shape
Start with the external form, then check the internal space, selected LED strip and intended installation before confirming a profile.
Domed
Domed Silicone Tubes
A curved outer surface for details where the visible light face should sit above the surrounding installation.
- Profile form
- Domed
- Review
- Visible surface and strip position
Round
Round Silicone Tubes
Circular formats for exposed light lines and installations that require a round external form.
- Profile form
- Round
- Review
- Diameter, internal fit and assembly method
Profile photographs show representative formats. Final dimensions and LED strip compatibility are confirmed for the selected tube.
Find Your Silicone Tube by Model
Already have a profile reference? Go straight to its section and fit details. These are empty silicone housings; select the LED strip separately.
Illustrative profile visuals are for shape selection only. Confirm the actual cross-section, dimensions, internal clearance and LED strip compatibility against the relevant product drawing.
Model references are used in our product catalog and are not universal industry standards.
P1510Flat housing15 × 10 mm
F1212Recessed profile12 × 12 mm
T0513Low-profile housing13 × 5 mm
K15Domed form15 mm nominal reference
D20Round housing20 mm outside diameter
B2020Side-emitting housing20 × 20 mmOutside size alone does not confirm strip fit. Check the internal opening, component height, end connections and permitted bend with the selected section.
CROSS-SECTION & COMPATIBILITY
Match the Silicone Tube to Your LED Strip
A suitable outer shape is only the starting point. Review the space inside and the position of the light source.
- Profile Shape
- Match the external outline to the intended installation.
- Internal Space
- Check clear space for strip width, component height and assembly.
- Emitting Surface
- Identify the visible surface and the direction it should face.
- Strip Position
- Review where the strip sits relative to the light surface.
- Custom Available
- Request a custom cross-section when an existing format does not fit.
Choosing a silicone tube for an LED strip? Send the PCB width, maximum component height, a clear cut-end photograph and the installation section. If the requirement says "10 mm", identify whether that means strip width, internal space or outside profile size. Use the strip-to-profile fit guide before confirming a section.
Check My LED Strip FitSIZE REFERENCES
Start With a Catalogue Section
Choose an existing size below, or send your required section for custom silicone extrusion. Match the internal fit to your LED strip before ordering.
| Profile | Outside section | Profile detail | Selection |
|---|---|---|---|
| P1510 | 15 × 10 mm | Flat profile | View P1510 section |
| T0513 · black | 13 × 5 mm | Low-profile section | View T0513 options |
| B0613 | 6 × 13 mm | Side-emitting housing | View B0613 section |
Outside dimensions are not the internal opening or an installation-groove allowance. Send your PCB width, maximum component height and any joints or connectors so the strip and housing can be selected together.
Choose the End Detail With the Tube
Match the end cap to the tube’s cut-end outline and mating dimensions, then choose the cable-exit direction. Include a clear end-view photo or drawing when requesting caps and mounting parts.
SELECTION GUIDE
How to Choose the Right LED Silicone Tube
- Profile Shape
- Match the outer cross-section to the visible detail and available installation space.
- Internal Space
- Allow space for the strip, components, joints and intended assembly method.
- LED Strip Fit
- Check the strip width and component height against the selected profile before assembly.
- Light Direction
- Identify the surface that should emit light and its orientation after installation.
- Bending Direction
- Match the intended curve to the permitted bending direction of both the profile and strip.
- Diffusion Requirement
- Review the desired light appearance with the actual strip, silicone format and emitting surface.
- Installation Method
- Check how the profile will be held, inserted or assembled into the surrounding structure.
- Application Environment
- State the exposure conditions so material and complete assembly requirements can be reviewed.
COMPARE THE STRUCTURE
Silicone Tube or Rigid Diffuser?
A flexible silicone LED diffuser forms the housing or visible light face. A rigid diffuser is a cover matched to its supporting system. Compare the complete assembly before ordering.
- Flexibility
- Silicone TubeFlexible profile; bending limits depend on its construction.
- Rigid DiffuserShape-retaining cover, normally paired with a supporting profile.
- Curved Installation
- Silicone TubeCan follow a suitable curve within the approved bending direction.
- Rigid DiffuserCurves require a cover and supporting system designed for that geometry.
- Profile Geometry
- Silicone TubeThe silicone cross-section forms the housing or visible light surface.
- Rigid DiffuserThe cover cross-section matches the edges of a separate channel or housing.
- LED Strip Integration
- Silicone TubeInternal space and the insertion or assembly method must match the strip.
- Rigid DiffuserThe strip is typically mounted in a channel beneath the cover.
- Light Diffusion Approach
- Silicone TubeSilicone appearance, emitting surface and strip position affect the result.
- Rigid DiffuserCover appearance and its distance from the strip affect the result.
- Installation Format
- Silicone TubeA flexible length integrated with the intended mounting arrangement.
- Rigid DiffuserA cover assembled with a corresponding channel or luminaire body.
TWO WAYS TO FIND THE FIT
Standard Silicone Tube or Custom Profile?
STANDARD SILICONE TUBE
Select an Existing Profile
AlisterTech supplies catalogue silicone profiles for LED strip housings. Choose an existing section when its shape and strip space suit your installation.
- Existing profile format
- Select by cross-section and strip fit
- MOQ 200 m
CUSTOM SILICONE PROFILE
Define a Different Shape
Need a different size or cross-section? AlisterTech supports custom silicone extrusion from your drawing, sample or installation requirements. Share the strip space, visible light face and mounting detail for review.
- Project-specific dimensions and geometry
- Drawing or sample based development
- Tooling may be required
LIGHT WITHIN THE DETAIL
Applications for LED Silicone Tubes
Match the profile and light surface to the surrounding material, viewing angle and installation space.
- Architectural Details
- Furniture Lighting
- Retail Display
- Decorative Linear Lighting
- Integrated Lighting Assemblies
PRODUCT PHOTOGRAPHS
Real Silicone Tube and Profile Examples
See the material, coil formats and profile output alongside an illuminated sample.
TECHNICAL INFORMATION
Technical Information & Downloads
Technical documents are provided according to the selected profile and project requirements.
YOUR QUESTIONS
LED Silicone Tube FAQ
What is an LED silicone tube?
An LED silicone tube is a flexible silicone housing or profile used around an LED strip in a lighting assembly. Its cross-section provides space for the strip and helps define the visible light surface. Clear and light-diffusing formats serve different purposes, so the material appearance and profile should be selected together with the intended strip and installation.
How do I choose the correct silicone tube for my LED strip?
Start with the strip width, component height and the space available for installation. Compare these with the profile cross-section, then check the emitting surface, bending direction and assembly method. Share the strip specification and intended lighting effect when requesting a quote. A sample is useful for checking fit and appearance before committing to the selected profile.
What is the minimum order quantity?
The minimum order quantity is 200 m for LED silicone tubes. Include your estimated quantity together with the required profile, LED strip information and application when requesting a quote. For a custom size or cross-section, also include a drawing or sample reference so the quotation can address the specific profile and supply requirements.
Can the profile size or cross-section be customized?
Yes. Custom dimensions and cross-sections are available when an existing profile does not suit the installation. Share the required outer shape, internal space and strip position, preferably with a drawing or sample. A new profile may require tooling. The custom silicone extrusion page explains how to present the requirements for profile development.
Can I request a sample?
Yes. Samples are available for checking the selected profile before a bulk order. Tell us which profile you need, which LED strip it will house and how it will be installed. Sample details are confirmed with your request. Use the sample to review physical fit, the visible light surface and the intended assembly arrangement.
What information is needed to check LED strip compatibility?
Provide the LED strip width, the maximum component height, a strip specification or clear photograph, and any connectors or joints that must fit inside the profile. Also describe the intended light direction, bending path and installation method. Compatibility should be checked for the complete assembly, not inferred from the outer appearance of a silicone tube alone.
What is the difference between a standard tube and a custom silicone profile?
A standard tube uses an existing profile format and is selected by matching an available cross-section to the application. A custom silicone profile is developed around project-specific geometry or assembly needs, using a drawing or sample as the reference. Choose the standard route when the fit is suitable; consider a custom profile when the required geometry is not available.
Can material or compliance documents be provided?
Supporting material, supplier and product documentation can be reviewed according to the quoted profile and target market. State the document scope and destination market when requesting technical information. Availability and applicability are checked for the selected product, rather than assuming that one document covers every silicone tube, material or completed lighting assembly.
Review Diffusion With the Actual Assembly
Choose the external form
For a silicone diffuser for an LED strip, choose the external form around the installation: flat silicone tubes for a broad linear detail, domed silicone tubes for a raised curved face, or round silicone tubes for a circular outside form. Confirm the internal strip fit separately.
Confirm the supplied part
Buying a silicone LED channel, LED diffuser tube or silicone sleeve? Confirm the supplied part: these names may describe an empty flexible housing, while finished LED Neon Flex includes the light source. For a housing-only enquiry, identify the outside section, internal opening, PCB width, component height and end connection. Similar outside sizes do not establish strip compatibility.
Review the light appearance
Review the proposed diffuser with the actual source from the intended view. LED spacing, emitting surface and viewing distance affect the result; shape alone cannot establish a spotless line. Silicone does not replace the assembly's heat-dissipation arrangement. If you need a replacement cover for an existing rigid aluminum channel, send that channel's edge detail rather than assuming a flexible tube will clip into it. Compare silicone housings and aluminum-channel constructions before requesting the section.
Browse Catalogue Lighting Profiles
Silicone tubes and finished neon flex are different product scopes. For an assembled flexible light, browse the four finished-product families below. For an empty housing, keep the selected strip, internal fit and installation interface in the profile review.
Top-Emitting LED Neon Flex
Upward-emitting sections
Compare profiles & configurations
Side-Emitting LED Neon Flex
Vertical-face light output
Compare profiles & configurations
Black LED Neon Flex
Dark exterior housing
Compare profiles & configurations
Round & Semi-Round LED Neon Flex
Round and semi-round sections
Compare profiles & configurations
REQUEST A QUOTE
Get a Quote for Your Silicone Tube or Custom Profile
Send the catalogue model or your drawing, LED strip width and component height, installation detail and required quantity. We can review an existing section or a custom silicone profile with the end connections and mounting parts you need.