L2-1/2X2X1/4 Steel Angle — Section Properties
Dimensions
| Property | Value | Unit |
|---|---|---|
| Leg Length (leg) | 2.5 | 6.35 cm |
| Leg Thickness (t) | 0.25 | 0.64 cm |
| Area (A) | 1.07 in² | 6.9 cm² |
| Weight | 3.62 lb/ft | 5.4 kg/m |
Elastic Section Properties
| Property | Strong Axis (X-X) | Weak Axis (Y-Y) | Unit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Moment of Inertia (I) | 0.656 | 0.372 | in⁴ |
| Elastic Section Modulus (S) | 0.381 | 0.253 | in³ |
| Plastic Section Modulus (Z) | 0.688 | 0.454 | in³ |
| Radius of Gyration (r) | 0.782 | 0.589 | in |
Torsional Properties
| Property | Value | Unit |
|---|---|---|
| Torsional Constant (J) | 0.024 | in⁴ |
| Warping Constant (Cw) | 0.009 | in⁶ |
Design Resources
- Section Properties Database — Compare with other sections
- Steel Angles Reference — Full angle dimension table
- Steel Grades Reference — Material properties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the weight of a L2-1/2X2X1/4 angle? 3.62 lb/ft (5.4 kg/m).
What is the section modulus of L2-1/2X2X1/4? Sx = 0.381 in³, Zx = 0.688 in³ (strong axis). Sy = 0.253 in³, Zy = 0.454 in³ (weak axis).
What steel grade is standard for L2-1/2X2X1/4? ASTM A36 (Fy = 36 ksi) for angles. Verify with mill certificate.
What is the moment of inertia of L2-1/2X2X1/4? Ix = 0.656 in⁴ about the strong axis and Iy = 0.372 in⁴ about the weak axis. The radius of gyration is rx = 0.782 in and ry = 0.589 in.
Related Pages
Educational reference only. Verify all section properties against the current AISC Manual and mill certificates before design. Results are PRELIMINARY — NOT FOR CONSTRUCTION.