L5X5X1/2 Dimensions & Weight

L5X5X1/2 is an equal-leg steel angle with equal 5 in legs and a 1/2 in thickness, weighing 16.2 lb per foot — a stock size for lintels, frames, bracing, and heavier connection material.

L5X5X1/2 Dimensions

PropertyImperialMetric
Leg 15 in127 mm
Leg 25 in127 mm
Thickness1/2 in12.7 mm
Cross-section area (A)computed from weight and steel density4.76 in²30.7 cm²
Weight16.2 lb/ft24.1 kg/m

What does L5X5X1/2 weigh and cost?

L5X5X1/2 weighs 16.2 lb per foot. At an example material price of $0.92/lb that is about $14.90 per foot. Set your quantity, length, and price to total your own run:

Total weight
324 lbs
Material cost
$298.08

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