SOUND CONTROL PRODUCTS

dB Lag

FOR MECHANICAL SYSTEM NOISE

dB Lag sound barrier material provides a dense, flexible layer of protection to reduce disturbances from airborne mechanical system noise. It can be installed around plumbing pipes as well as air ducts and has a wide range of temperature tolerance. When used in combination with insulation, dB Lag provides superior protection from structure noise.

IDEAL APPLICATIONS

dB Lag minimizes airborne noise from mechanical systems, plumbing pipes, and air ducts. It also has a wide range of temperature tolerance.

  • Commercial and residential construction
  • Apartments and condominiums
  • Hotels
  • Schools
  • Industrial sites

PERFORMANCE ATTRIBUTES

PRODUCT DOCUMENTATION
INSTALLATION

SOUND BLOCKING
Specially designed material reduces disturbances from airborne mechanical noise in commercial, Industrial, and residential air handling equipment. Can be used with or without insulation duct wrapping.

VERSATILE
Can be installed around plumbing pipes as well as air ducts and has a wide range of temperature tolerance

FIRE RESISTANT
Conforms to ASTM E 84 Fire Resistant Standard to provide another level of protection, Rated Class A.

MOISTURE CONTROL
Does not contain organic compounds to harden, deteriorate or support mold growth; acts as an impermeable moisture and air barrier for improved HVAC efficiency.

FLEXIBLE
Material provides a dense, flexible layer of protection to wrap pipes and ducts

AMERICAN MADE
Manufactured from materials sourced in the United States and produced in our North Carolina manufacturing facility

PREPARATION & APPLICATION*

  • Surfaces to receive dB Lag should be clean and dry.
  • For maximum sound reduction wrap ducts or pipe with 1 0r 1.5” fiberglass insulation prior to installation of the dB Lag.
  • Install with the foil side facing away from the duct or pipe being wrapped. Overlap the seams 1.5”.
  • Secure the dB Lag with plastic ties, metal ties or foil faced acrylic adhesive tape.
  • dB materials can be stiff and less pliable at low temperatures; they are best installed at or above 60 Degrees Fahrenheit.

Material Guide

Testing Data

Sound Transmission ASTM E90-02 (SAE j1400)

Passes min. STC 27

Flammability ASTM E84 Rev. A

Class A*

Fungal & Algal Growth ASTM D3273, ASTMG21

No growth

*FR Class A, NFR Class C

Typical Physical Properties for dB Lag
Roll Dimensions 4’x 25’
Weight 1 lb./sq. ft.
Thickness 0.10”
Standard Tolerances Width Length + 0.5” -0” + 1% – 0”

United Plastics has extensive acoustic and application test data available for dB Lag products. Please contact your sales representative for more information.

Noise Transmission Loss (db)/Frequency (HZ) Test # E9560.01-113-11-RO
Frequency(Hz) 315 400 500 630 800 1000 1250 1600 2000 2500 3150 4000 5000
dB Lag 3 5 6 9 11 12 14 16 18 21 24 27 26
w/ R6 Insulation 12 15 18 20 21 24 24 25 26 28 29 31 32