MM Kembla PipeLag is a cross linked closed cell polyethylene lagging (XLPE) manufactured by renowned global insulation manufacturer L’isolante K-Flex. Compliant with the requirements of residential slab and footings standard AS2870, PipeLag is the high quality choice of lagging for PVC and drainage piping.
Backed my MM Kembla’s renowned service, quality and reliability and stocked across our distribution centres in Australia for quick distribution when and where you need it. Available from leading plumbing merchants across Australia. Next time you need to lag PVC and drainage pipe – ask for Kembla PipeLag.

MM Kembla PipeLag is a Cross Linked Closed Cell Polyethylene lagging (XLPE) made by renowned global insulation manufacture L’isolante K-Flex. The closed cell, tough, nonabsorbent lagging is perfect for use on drainage pipes and fittings that penetrate concrete slabs and footings.
Compliant with the requirements of Clause 5.6.4(a) of AS2870-2011: Residential Slab & Footings standard which requires the use of closed-cell polyethylene lagging around all stormwater and sanitary plumbing drain pipe penetration through footings. For Class H1/H1-D sites the minimum lagging applied shall be 20mm thick and for Class H2/H2-D and E/E-D sites a minimum thickness of 40mm shall be applied.
The use of PipeLag XLPE lagging also allows pipe movement through concrete as specified in AS/NZS 3500.2 Sanitary plumbing and drainage clause 3.8.2b.
- Closed cell, tough, non absorbent XLPE material
- For use on drainage pipes that penetrate concrete or footings
- Complies with the requirements of Australian residential slab & footings standard AS 2870
- Superior tear strength and durability
- Available in 10m rolls in 100mm width and 5mm lag thickness
Properties | Standard | Result |
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Material | Closed Cell Polyethylene | |
Density | AS1530.3 | 25-33 kg/m3 |
Tensile Strength | ASTM D412-15a | 303 kPa |
Tear Strength | ASTM D624 | 2.803 n/m |
Elongation @ Break | ASTM D412-15a | 83% |
Compression Deflection 10% | ASTM 1621-10 | 6.8 psi |
Compression Deflection 25% | ASTM 1621-10 | 12.1 psi |
Compression Deflection 50% | ASTM 1621-10 | 91.7 psi |
Water Vapour Resistance (mu-factor) | BS EN 12-86:2013 | >20,000 |
Thermal Conductivity | ASTM C518 | 0.032 W/m. C |
Service Temperature | - 40 to 115 °C | |
Microbial Resistance | ASTM G21 | Zero growth |
Fire Resistance of Building Material | BS476 | Class 0 |
AS1530.3 | 0/0/0/2 | |
FM | Approved | |
UL94 | HF-1 | |
ASTM E84 | 25/40 | |
Environment (Low VOC) | ISO16000 / ASTM D5116 | Passed |
Noise Reduction Coefficient | ASTM C423 | 0.3 |
KEMBLA PIPELAG – PRODUCT TABLE
Item Code | Length (m) | Width (mm) | Thickness (mm) | Carton Qty |
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K45984 | 10 | 100 | 5 | 12 |