How thick should lagging be?

12–18 mm for general duty, up to 25 mm for high-tension or impact pulleys.

Can lagging be replaced on site?

Yes — cold-bonded ceramic and rubber lagging can be applied in-situ with the right surface prep.

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Pulley lagging extends belt life, increases grip and protects the pulley shell. The compound choice depends on duty.

Cheapest, suits dry, light-duty drives.

Improved grip and water shedding — the workhorse for general mining and bulk handling.

Highest grip, longest life, ideal for high-tension drives and wet conditions.

Cold-bonded is field-installable for fast turnaround. Hot-vulcanised gives the strongest bond and is shop-fitted.

How thick should lagging be?: 12–18 mm for general duty, up to 25 mm for high-tension or impact pulleys.
Can lagging be replaced on site?: Yes — cold-bonded ceramic and rubber lagging can be applied in-situ with the right surface prep.

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