RHS 160x80x5 Dimensions & Weight
RHS 160x80x5 is a rectangular hollow section to EN 10210 / EN 10219, 160 x 80 mm outside with a 5 mm wall, weighing 17.8 kg per metre (11.96 lb/ft) — commonly specified for columns, braces, and exposed architectural steel.
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RHS 160x80x5 Dimensions
| Property | Metric | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Outside depth | 160 mm | 6.299 in |
| Outside width | 80 mm | 3.15 in |
| Wall thickness | 5 mm | 0.197 in |
| Cross-section area (A)computed from weight and steel density | 22.7 cm² | 3.52 in² |
| Mass | 17.8 kg/m | 11.96 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 160x80x5 weigh and cost?
RHS 160x80x5 has a mass of 17.8 kg per metre. At an example material price of 2.00 per kg (in your currency) that is about 35.60 per metre. Set your quantity, length, and price to total your own run:
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