MT5X4.5 Dimensions & Weight
MT5X4.5 is an AISC structural tee with a nominal depth of 5 in, weighing 4.5 lb per foot — commonly used for truss chords, hangers, and lintels. It is the heaviest of the 3 MT5 sizes listed here.
MT5X4.5 Dimensions
| Property | Imperial | Metric |
|---|---|---|
| Nominal depthfrom the designation | 5 in | 127 mm |
| Cross-section area (A)computed from weight and steel density | 1.32 in² | 8.5 cm² |
| Weight | 4.5 lb/ft | 6.7 kg/m |
Standard: AISC. Values from the published section tables; dimensions not listed here are not shown rather than estimated.
What does MT5X4.5 weigh and cost?
MT5X4.5 weighs 4.5 lb per foot. At an example material price of $0.92/lb that is about $4.14 per foot. Set your quantity, length, and price to total your own run:
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Deeper reading: AISC Shape Database Guide · How to calculate steel weight