HEA 550 Dimensions & Weight
HEA 550 is an EN 10365 wide-flange HE beam with an actual depth of 540 mm and a 300 mm flange, weighing 166 kg per metre (111.55 lb/ft) — commonly used for longer floor spans and transfer framing.
HEA 550 Dimensions
| Property | Metric | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Depth (d) | 540 mm | 21.26 in |
| Flange width (b) | 300 mm | 11.811 in |
| Web thickness (tw) | 12.5 mm | 0.492 in |
| Flange thickness (tf) | 24 mm | 0.945 in |
| Cross-section area (A)computed from weight and steel density | 211.5 cm² | 32.78 in² |
| Mass | 166 kg/m | 111.55 lb/ft |
Standard: EN 10365. Values from the published section tables; dimensions not listed here are not shown rather than estimated.
What does HEA 550 weigh and cost?
HEA 550 has a mass of 166 kg per metre. At an example material price of 2.00 per kg (in your currency) that is about 332.00 per metre. Set your quantity, length, and price to total your own run:
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