LED profile selection
Plasterboard LED profile options for flush ceilings and walls
Set the light line while the wall or ceiling is still being designed. The finished plaster edge determines which section will work.
- Nine published PR profiles cover narrow slots and directional reveals.
- Fixing wings and cavity depth vary by model.
- Each section has a stated strip or module space.
- Cross-section drawings help coordinate the opening before boarding.
Where to start
Choose the plasterboard LED profile section from the mounting detail
Decide where the diffuser should sit in the finished surface. A plasterboard LED channel for a flush ceiling, curved cove or wall wash needs its own cavity and finishing edge.
VST’s plaster-in range includes compact PR0811, straight flush profiles such as PR5014, and larger directional sections such as PR9158. Install the aluminum body during the wall or ceiling build-up, then select the cover and LED strip for that section. Compare the drawing with board thickness, joint treatment, driver access and the sequence for fitting the diffuser. A finished mock-up is useful where the plaster edge will remain visible.
A plasterboard LED profile supplier can help choose the PR section before the board opening is fixed.
Section fit
PR0811 has a compact wing; PR9158 needs much more wall depth. Set board joints from the chosen section drawing.
Strip interface
The strip PCB must fit behind the planned plaster aperture, with a route for its cable.
Visible face
Test the chosen cover in a finished mock-up; the skimmed edge changes what remains visible.
Supply support
How VST supports your plasterboard LED profile selection
For a plasterboard LED profile manufacturer order, VST uses the PR cross-section to establish the cavity and visible face before finishing work begins.
Section-specific drawings
The nine published PR cross-sections let you compare the profile with the board build-up. A drawing check can catch a slot that leaves no room for the cover.
Architectural variety
The range contains straight flush channels, corner forms and curved indirect shapes. You can choose a real section for the light direction instead of reshaping a generic narrow extrusion.
Finish coordination
Set the diffuser face and profile color before the plaster surface is closed. VST can provide a section sample so the finishing team sees the edge they will have to form.
Documented strip space
The published models state their compatible strip or module area. Pairing that limit with the cutout drawing reduces the risk of selecting an LED board after the aperture is fixed.
Product scope
What a plasterboard LED profile is in this range
The board build-up sets the space available for the hidden housing.
A plasterboard LED profile is an extrusion designed to be incorporated into a gypsum-board surface so the visible light face is controlled by the finished plaster line. Some sections have perforated wings that become part of the skimmed surface; others form an indirect or directional return. Exterior width, slot opening and strip space describe different dimensions. A suitable strip and driver are chosen separately, and the construction team must leave access for wiring and service. An LED profile for plasterboard should be selected before the wall is closed.
Model routes
Compare plasterboard LED profile configurations
A plasterboard LED profile factory order should separate straight flush lines from directional returns. Six representative PR models appear here; the datasheet lists all nine published sections.
Selection details
Plasterboard LED profile selection points
Fix the section and cable route before the board is closed and skimmed.
Plaster wings
Perforated flanges on relevant sections integrate with the finished gypsum surface when installed as drawn.
Flush face
The chosen diffuser sits at a defined relationship to the skimmed edge; sample it in the real finish.
Wall direction
Curved and angled sections create distinct wall and cove lighting routes without improvised mounting.
Board coordination
Published dimensions support early checks of board opening, fasteners and cable access.
Construction
Parts that affect plasterboard LED profile fit
The wing affects the plaster edge. The housing depth and cover face control what fits behind it.
Component 1
Perforated flange
The perforated flange is the plaster-in section’s fixing and finishing interface. Compound can bridge the wing into the gypsum surface while the channel remains aligned with the planned light line. Wing span differs greatly among models, so the overall extrusion width may be much larger than the visible diffuser. Use the relevant cross-section before setting board openings and joint locations; a later change can disturb the finished ceiling.
Component 2
Channel body
The aluminum body establishes the strip seat and section depth behind the plaster face. A compact PR0811 housing and a large PR6628D housing cannot share the same cavity allowance. Check the usable strip width as well as the external dimensions, and allow a practical route for cable entry. A correct visible aperture with insufficient depth can still prevent installation.
Component 3
Diffuser face
The diffuser is the surface you see after the gypsum and paint are complete. Published data lists PC and PMMA cover options, but each must fit its own extrusion. The light line can appear different with clear, frost, milky or opal finishes and with the chosen LED pitch. Fit a sample into a finished mock-up, then specify the exact cover with the profile.
See VST
VST context for architectural supply
The company and customer videos offer background on working with VST. Use the PR drawings for the construction detail.
VST company overview
The company video introduces VST’s lighting and component work. For a flush gypsum line, use the PR drawing and a finished mock-up to check the edge.
Customer perspective
The customer video concerns cooperation with VST. Your own PR sample should be checked for plaster edge, cable access and cover fit before closing the wall.
Where it fits
Plan a plasterboard LED profile for its installation
In a plasterboard LED profile OEM supplier discussion, the gypsum build-up and intended light direction help narrow the section. The five settings below need different edges.
Office ceiling lines
A straight flush profile can make a continuous office ceiling line without adding a suspended luminaire. While the grid is open, agree the board opening, joints and driver access. Send VST the reflected ceiling plan to compare PR1414B with PR5014 and obtain a section for the finished mock-up.
Hotel corridor coves
A corridor cove needs a section that sends light toward the chosen surface. Check the return shape, maintenance access and how much of the diffuser will be visible. VST can compare PR6628D or PR8657 with the ceiling build-up before plastering begins and provide a section sample.
Wall wash reveals
Wall washing requires a defined orientation and enough depth behind the plaster face. Use the wall section, surface texture and distance to the target wall to assess the line. A VST section sample of PR9158 lets you check the reveal and expected light direction before finishing.
Reception feature walls
A vertical recessed line can define a reception wall without a projecting fixture. Keep the wing clear of panel joints and plan a concealed cable route; straightness matters once the wall is painted. VST can check the selected PR drawing against that joint and provide a profile for the finishing trial.
Retail perimeter details
A retail perimeter may point into a cove, down a wall or directly into the room. Decide that direction before selecting a plaster-in profile. The board section and access to the strip then narrow the options; Use the relevant PR drawings from VST against the display layout.
Project inquiry
Find the right plasterboard LED profile section
Send the gypsum section, finished opening and light direction. VST can shortlist a PR profile while changes to the wall or ceiling are still possible.
Published data
Plasterboard LED profile specifications and planning
Published PR drawings and strip limits support board-opening decisions.
| Published model | Section | Strip capacity |
|---|---|---|
| PR0811 | W7.8mm*H11mm | up to 5.5mm LED strip width |
| PR1414B | W13.2mm*H14mm | up to 10.5mm LED strip width |
| PR4614A | W46mm*H14mm | up to 10.5mm LED strip width |
| PR5014 | W50mm*H14mm | up to 10.5mm LED strip width |
| PR5319 | W53mm*H18.5mm | up to 10.6mm LED strip width |
| PR6628D | W65.4mm*H28mm | up to 25.4mm LED module or wide strip area |
| PR8657 | W86mm*H57mm | up to 10.3mm LED strip width |
| PR9158 | W90.5mm*H57.5mm | up to 12.7mm LED strip width |
| PR10020 | W100mm*H19.6mm | up to 12.2mm LED strip width |
| Shared published specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Base material | Aluminium |
| Standard length | 2m |
| Diffuser materials | PC, PMMA |
VST can discuss PR profile finish, diffuser choice and cut length. A different wing or light-facing shape needs a new section drawing, mock-up and tooling scope.
Make the approved aluminum section, finish its visible surfaces and cut ordered lengths. Check wing geometry and diffuser engagement before dispatch.
- Set the housing in the board opening.
- Keep the diffuser seat free of compound.
- Finish the plaster edge straight.
- Fit the strip and cover after the surface is ready.
Cooperation feedback
How projects moved forward
Clients value early section decisions when a finished surface leaves little room for correction.
Working with VST
Ordering plasterboard LED profile profiles
Agree the PR section and cover before setting sample, production and finishing dates.
Aluminum profiles generally start around 300 meters. The actual MOQ depends on the chosen PR section, finish and diffuser combination. A wide architectural section may need a different production plan from a narrow stocked profile.
Yes. A sample can be used to test the plaster edge, diffuser fit and planned board build-up. Sample charges may be credited to a later bulk order only by agreement. Include the proposed finishing detail in the sample request.
VST can discuss profile color, diffuser finish, cut length and packaging. A new section or extensive change may require tooling and a separate charge. Set the approved appearance in a finished mock-up before deciding the final specification.
For regular products, allow a typical 2-3 weeks of production. Light changes are commonly around 3-4 weeks; extensive development can take approximately 4-6 weeks. Confirm material and finishing slots before fixing a site delivery date; transit is additional.
Samples support PayPal, Western Union or bank transfer with full prepayment. Bulk profile orders generally use bank transfer with 30% deposit and the remaining 70% before shipment. The approved PR code and finish should appear on the order.
Provide a description and photos or video of the affected sections and packaging. For a VST product quality issue, replacement can be discussed as a separate shipment or included with the next order. Keep the installation record so the affected batch can be identified.
Product questions
Plasterboard LED profile fit and installation faq
The remaining questions concern plaster wings, cover fitting and directional sections. A plasterboard LED profile vendor can resolve these details before the gypsum surface is finished.
Yes. The outside profile and its fixing wings can be wider than the finished light face.
| Dimension | Use |
|---|---|
| Visible aperture | Sets the light line |
| Body depth | Sets cavity allowance |
| Wing span | Sets fixing and skim area |
Keep the diffuser protected from wet compound and paint. The exact sequence depends on the profile and site method, but the housing must be fixed straight, with the cover opening kept clean. Fit and inspect a mock-up so the final diffuser can seat without scraping the finished edges.
No. PR5014 is a straight flush profile, while PR9158 has a large directional form. They differ in section dimensions, light direction and required cavity. Choose from the target surface and the architectural section, not from the shared plaster-in label.
Corners and end transitions should be drawn before plastering. A field cut changes diffuser continuity and may expose a joint where the line meets another plane. Share the intended mitre or termination detail so the selected model can be assessed for a clean finish.
The cover finish, strip pitch, channel depth and viewing angle all affect point visibility. A deeper section may help, but no particular profile guarantees a dot-free result with every LED strip. Test the selected strip and diffuser in a finished mock-up at the normal viewing distance.
Only where the published usable area and physical support allow it. PR6628D is listed for up to a 25.4 mm LED module or wide strip area. That does not validate every electrical or thermal configuration; compare the actual board and mounting method with the profile drawing.