RHS 500x300x12 Dimensions & Weight
RHS 500x300x12 is a rectangular hollow section to EN 10210 / EN 10219, 500 x 300 mm outside with a 12 mm wall, weighing 141 kg per metre (94.75 lb/ft) — commonly specified for heavier columns and brace members.
RHS 500x300x12 Dimensions
| Property | Metric | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Outside depth | 500 mm | 19.685 in |
| Outside width | 300 mm | 11.811 in |
| Wall thickness | 12 mm | 0.472 in |
| Cross-section area (A)computed from weight and steel density | 179.6 cm² | 27.84 in² |
| Mass | 141 kg/m | 94.75 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 500x300x12 weigh and cost?
RHS 500x300x12 has a mass of 141 kg per metre. At an example material price of 2.00 per kg (in your currency) that is about 282.00 per metre. Set your quantity, length, and price to total your own run:
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