RHS 100x40x4 Dimensions & Weight
RHS 100x40x4 is a rectangular hollow section to EN 10210 / EN 10219, 100 x 40 mm outside with a 4 mm wall, weighing 8 kg per metre (5.38 lb/ft) — commonly specified for handrail posts, equipment frames, and miscellaneous metals.
RHS 100x40x4 Dimensions
| Property | Metric | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Outside depth | 100 mm | 3.937 in |
| Outside width | 40 mm | 1.575 in |
| Wall thickness | 4 mm | 0.157 in |
| Cross-section area (A)computed from weight and steel density | 10.2 cm² | 1.58 in² |
| Mass | 8 kg/m | 5.38 lb/ft |
Standard: EN 10210 / EN 10219. Values from the published section tables; dimensions not listed here are not shown rather than estimated.
What does RHS 100x40x4 weigh and cost?
RHS 100x40x4 has a mass of 8 kg per metre. At an example material price of 2.00 per kg (in your currency) that is about 16.00 per metre. Set your quantity, length, and price to total your own run:
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