L8×6×1/2 angle
L8×6×1/2 weighs 23 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 | 8" |
|---|---|
| Short leg | 6" |
| Thickness (t) | 1/2" |
| k (detailing) | 1" |
Section properties
| Weight | 23 lb/ft |
|---|---|
| Area (A) | 6.8 in² |
| Ix | 44.4 in⁴ |
| Sx | 8.01 in³ |
| Zx | 14.6 in³ |
| rx | 2.55 in |
| Iy | 21.7 in⁴ |
| Sy | 4.79 in³ |
| Zy | 8.52 in³ |
| ry | 1.79 in |
| J | 0.584 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 L8×6×1/2 cut, formed, or fabricated? Huntington Steel & Supply Co.