Class 400 Agi Pipe

SN8 corrugated PE coils for subsoil drainage (AS/NZS 2439.1).

  • Diameters: 65mm, 100mm, 160mm
  • Formats: Slotted • Socked (slotted + filter wrap) • Unslotted
  • Coils: 20m, 40m, 50m, 100m, 200m (size dependent)
  • Use: subsoil drains for civil, landscapes, retaining structures, sports fields
  • Pairs with: Class 1000 Agi Pipe (SN20)

Description

Class 400 Agi Pipe (AS/NZS 2439.1)

Class 400 Agi Pipe is a corrugated polyethylene (PE) drainage coil with ring stiffness SN8 for reliable subsoil water collection and conveyance. Also called ag pipe, ag-line, slotted drain coil or subsoil drain, it is used in civil, landscaping and agricultural works to control groundwater around trenches, verges, structures and sports fields.

The slotted variants use a multi-slot pattern positioned in alternate corrugation valleys to balance intake and pipe strength. Choose slotted for infiltration, socked (slotted with a geotextile wrap) where filtration is specified or soils are fine/sandy, and unslotted for carrier/bypass sections. All formats are manufactured to AS/NZS 2439.1 for land drainage performance.

 


Key features & benefits

  • SN8 stiffness (Class 400): Corrugated wall resists soil loads; smooth bore assists flow.
  • Efficient intake: Evenly distributed slots in alternate valleys help balance capture and strength.
  • Format options: Slotted • Socked (slotted + filter wrap) • Unslotted carrier.
  • Durable PE: Corrosion-free, chemical-resistant and low maintenance.
  • Fast to deploy: Lightweight flexible coils reduce joints and handle curves easily.
  • Standards based: Manufactured to AS/NZS 2439.1 for land drainage.

 


Applications

  • Subsoil drainage in trenches, verges and embankments to relieve groundwater.
  • Roads & civil shoulder and median drains; behind retaining structures.
  • Landscapes & sports gardens, golf courses, ovals and perimeter drains.
  • Residential footing/perimeter drains and connections to approved discharge points.

 


Choosing Class 400 formats & sizes

Format: Use slotted to collect groundwater in general soils. Select socked (slotted + geotextile wrap) where filtration is specified or soils are fine/sandy. Choose unslotted for carrier/bypass sections between collection points.

Diameter: 65mm for compact runs, 100mm as the all-round civil/landscape size, 160mm for higher flow capacity across longer runs or broader catchments.

Class: Class 400 (SN8) suits general subsoil drainage. For heavier loads, deeper cover or critical corridors, see Class 1000 (SN20).

 


Class 400 Agi Pipe specifications

Standard AS/NZS 2439.1 — Corrugated plastic pipes for land drainage.
Material Corrugated polyethylene (PE).
Stiffness class Class 400 — SN8.
Formats Slotted; Socked (slotted + geotextile wrap); Unslotted.
Diameters 65mm, 100mm, 160mm.
Coil lengths 20m, 40m, 50m, 100m, 200m (size dependent).

 


Performance & materials

Dual-wall efficiency: Corrugated outer wall provides ring stiffness SN8 while the smooth bore supports efficient water conveyance.

Perforation pattern: Slotted variants use evenly distributed slots along the pipe length, positioned to balance intake with pipe strength and to minimise fines migration when used with specified filter media or a sock.

Material durability: Inert polyethylene (PE) resists corrosion and common soil chemicals and is UV-stabilised for typical site exposure prior to backfill.

Quality assurance: Supplied through ISO-aligned supply chains to meet AS/NZS 2439.1 for land drainage.

 


Download AS/NZS 2439.1 (PDF) | Request a quote

Related: Class 1000 Agi Pipe (SN20)

Dimensions

Dimensions

Slotted (no sock)

Product Code Product Description Dimensions Weight Ref
AG400-65100 65mm x 100m Class 400 SN8 Slotted No Sock Agi Pipe Coil 65mm x 100m AS/NZS 2439.1
AG400-65200 65mm x 200m Class 400 SN8 Slotted No Sock Agi Pipe Coil 65mm x 200m AS/NZS 2439.1
AG400-10050 100mm x 50m Class 400 SN8 Slotted No Sock Agi Pipe Coil 100mm x 50m AS/NZS 2439.1
AG400-100100 100mm x 100m Class 400 SN8 Slotted No Sock Agi Pipe Coil 100mm x 100m AS/NZS 2439.1
AG400-16040 160mm x 40m Class 400 SN8 Slotted No Sock Agi Pipe Coil 160mm x 40m AS/NZS 2439.1

Slotted with sock (pre-wrapped)

Product Code Product Description Dimensions Weight Ref
AG400-65100S 65mm x 100m Class 400 SN8 Slotted Socked Agi Pipe Coil 65mm x 100m AS/NZS 2439.1
AG400-65200S 65mm x 200m Class 400 SN8 Slotted Socked Agi Pipe Coil 65mm x 200m AS/NZS 2439.1
AG400-100100S 100mm x 100m Class 400 SN8 Slotted Socked Agi Pipe Coil 100mm x 100m AS/NZS 2439.1
AG400-16040S 160mm x 40m Class 400 SN8 Slotted Socked Agi Pipe Coil 160mm x 40m AS/NZS 2439.1

Unslotted (carrier)

Product Code Product Description Dimensions Weight Ref
AG400-100100U 100mm x 100m Class 400 SN8 Unslotted No Sock Agi Pipe Coil 100mm x 100m AS/NZS 2439.1
AG400-16040U 160mm x 40m Class 400 SN8 Unslotted No Sock Agi Pipe Coil 160mm x 40m AS/NZS 2439.1

Fittings

Product Code Product Description Notes
AG400-65CAP 65mm Class 400 End Cap Agi Pipe Fitting Push-fit
AG400-65T 65mm Class 400 Tee Agi Pipe Fitting Push-fit
AG400-65Y 65mm Class 400 Y Agi Pipe Fitting Push-fit
AG400-100CAP 100mm Class 400 End Cap Agi Pipe Fitting Push-fit
AG400-100J 100mm Class 400 Joiner Agi Pipe Fitting Push-fit

FAQs

What is Class 400 Agi Pipe?

A corrugated polyethylene (PE) drainage coil to AS/NZS 2439.1 for land drainage with ring stiffness SN8. Used to collect and convey subsurface water in civil, landscaping and agricultural works.

What does SN8 (Class 400) actually mean?

SN is “stiffness number” (kN/m²). SN8 indicates the pipe resists a nominal ring load of 8 kN/m². It’s a measure of how well the pipe resists deformation under soil/traffic loads (higher SN = stiffer).

Slotted vs socked vs unslotted — what should I choose?

Slotted collects groundwater; socked is slotted with a geotextile wrap to help keep fines out; unslotted is a solid carrier/bypass section between collection points.

What sizes and coil lengths are available?

Common diameters: 65mm, 100mm, 160mm. Typical coils: 20–200m depending on size. See the Dimensions tab for Convic SKUs.

Is “agi pipe” the same as ag pipe, ag-line or Draincoil?

Yes — it’s widely referred to as agi pipe, ag pipe, ag-line, Draincoil (generic), slotted drain coil or subsoil drain.

Where is Class 400 commonly used?

Subsoil drainage in trenches/verges, behind retaining structures, landscapes/sports fields, and around building perimeters (to approved outlets).

When would I step up to Class 1000 (SN20)?

Heavier duty corridors, deeper cover or higher load environments typically specify Class 1000 (SN20). See our Class 1000 Agi Pipe.

Can I connect agi pipe into roof stormwater downpipes?

Keep subsoil systems separate from roofwater unless your engineer/council details otherwise. Agi drains generally discharge to an approved outlet or soakage system per the project design.

Is the pipe UV-stabilised?

HDPE agi coils are typically UV-stabilised for normal site exposure prior to backfill. They are designed to be buried in service.

What fittings are available?

Joiners, end caps, tees and Y branches in matching diameters. See our Dimensions tab for common items.

Do you supply certificates of compliance?

Yes — certificates to AS/NZS 2439.1 are available on request with your order.

Delivery & unloading?

Delivery by truck to be forklift unloaded. Crane truck available on request.