L5×3×1/2 angle
L5×3×1/2 weighs 12.8 lb per foot. Detailing dimensions and section properties below come from the AISC Shapes Database, 16th Edition. Values are shown to the nearest 1/16 in. as they appear on a shop drawing.
Detailing dimensions
| Long leg | 5" |
|---|---|
| Short leg | 3" |
| Thickness (t) | 1/2" |
| k (detailing) | 15/16" |
Section properties
| Weight | 12.8 lb/ft |
|---|---|
| Area (A) | 3.75 in² |
| Ix | 9.43 in⁴ |
| Sx | 2.89 in³ |
| Zx | 5.12 in³ |
| rx | 1.58 in |
| Iy | 2.55 in⁴ |
| Sy | 1.13 in³ |
| Zy | 2.08 in³ |
| ry | 0.824 in |
| J | 0.322 in⁴ |
Detailing values are rounded to the nearest 1/16 in. per the AISC Steel Construction Manual. Verify critical dimensions against the current Manual before fabrication. Need L5×3×1/2 cut, formed, or fabricated? Huntington Steel & Supply Co.