Dimensions
| Parameter | Symbol | Value | Unit | US customary | Data |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Leg length 1 | b1 | 152.4 | mm | 6.000 in | U |
| Leg length 2 | b2 | 101.6 | mm | 4.000 in | U |
| Thickness | t | 12.7 | mm | 0.500 in | U |
| Root radius | r1 | 12.7 | mm | 0.500 in | U |
Section Properties
| Parameter | Symbol | Value | Unit | US customary | Data |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| General | |||||
| Mass per metre | mass | 24.33 | kg/m | 16.35 lb/ft | C |
| Gross area | A | 3,099 | mm² | 4.80 in² | C |
| Centroid x̄ (from left/heel) | xc | 25.0 | mm | 0.983 in | C |
| Centroid ȳ (from bottom) | yc | 50.1 | mm | 1.971 in | C |
| About x-axis (major) | |||||
| Second moment of area IxAbout centroidal axis parallel to leg b2 | Ix | 7.282 | 10⁶ mm⁴ | 17.5 in⁴ | C |
| Elastic section modulus Zx (min) | Zx | 71.2 | 10³ mm³ | 4.34 in³ | C |
| Radius of gyration rx | rx | 48.5 | mm | 1.908 in | C |
| About y-axis (minor) | |||||
| Second moment of area IyAbout centroidal axis parallel to leg b1 | Iy | 2.613 | 10⁶ mm⁴ | 6.3 in⁴ | C |
| Elastic section modulus Zy (min) | Zy | 34.1 | 10³ mm³ | 2.08 in³ | C |
| Radius of gyration ry | ry | 29.0 | mm | 1.143 in | C |
| Principal axes | |||||
| Major principal second moment I1 | I1 | 8.382 | 10⁶ mm⁴ | 20.1 in⁴ | C |
| Minor principal second moment I2 | I2 | 1.513 | 10⁶ mm⁴ | 3.6 in⁴ | C |
| Minimum radius of gyration r2 | r2 | 22.1 | mm | 0.870 in | C |
| Principal axis angleAngle between x-axis and major principal axis | alpha | 23.6 | ° | 23.6 ° | C |
| Torsion & warping | |||||
| Torsion constant JApproximate thin-walled value, fillets neglected | J | 0.165 | 10⁶ mm⁴ | 0.4 in⁴ | C |
| Surface area | |||||
| External surface areaToe radii neglected | extArea | 0.503 | m²/m | 1.649 ft²/ft | C |
Nominal designation mass 24.11 kg/m; calculated 24.33 kg/m (+0.9%).
Steel Grades
| Grade | Standard | fy MPa | fu MPa | Note | Data |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A36 (36 ksi) | ASTM A36/A36M | 250 | 400 | Common grade for angles | U |
| A572 Grade 50 | ASTM A572/A572M | 345 | 450 | Available – confirm with supplier | U |
Strengths shown for governing thickness t = 12.7 mm. Density 7850 kg/m³, E = 200 000 MPa.
Where to buy
Producers of Angles – local mills first. Buy direct from the mill for large tonnages, or through a steel distributor / stockist for small quantities and cut lengths.
Local producer
Standards: ASTM A36
Local producer
Standards: ASTM A36, ASTM A572
Supplies this market
Standards: EN 10056-1
International producer
Standards: EN 10056-1
International producer
Standards: AS/NZS 3679.1
International producer
Standards: IS 808, IS 2062
Buying checklist
- Specify the section designation, product standard and steel grade exactly (e.g. "L6x4x1/2 – ASTM A6/A6M – A36 (36 ksi)").
- Ask for mill test certificates (EN 10204 type 3.1 or equivalent) traceable to the heat number.
- Sections from another standard system are not automatically equivalent – have the engineer approve any substitution.
- Check availability, minimum order quantity, stock lengths, lead time and delivery terms with the mill or distributor.
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Source & Verification
- Source publisher
- Pending verification – nominal dimensions entered by the application developer
- Source document
- ASTM A6/A6M and AISC Shapes Database (angles)
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- Last updated
- 2026-10-12
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- Unverified
Toe radii neglected in calculated properties. Nominal dimensions require verification against ASTM A6/A6M and AISC Shapes Database (angles) and the manufacturer catalogue before design use.