MT2X3 Steel MT-shape — Section Properties
Dimensions
| Property | Value | Unit |
|---|---|---|
| Depth (d) | 1.9 | 48.3 mm |
| Flange Width (bf) | 3.8 | 9.65 cm |
| Flange Thickness (tf) | 0.16 | 4.1 mm |
| Web Thickness (tw) | 0.13 | 3.3 mm |
| Area (A) | 0.875 in² | 5.6 cm² |
| Weight | 3 lb/ft | 4.5 kg/m |
Elastic Section Properties
| Property | Strong Axis (X-X) | Weak Axis (Y-Y) | Unit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Moment of Inertia (I) | 0.208 | 0.732 | in⁴ |
| Elastic Section Modulus (S) | 0.133 | 0.385 | in³ |
| Plastic Section Modulus (Z) | 0.241 | 0.588 | in³ |
| Radius of Gyration (r) | 0.493 | 0.926 | in |
Torsional Properties
| Property | Value | Unit |
|---|---|---|
| Torsional Constant (J) | 0.009 | in⁴ |
| Warping Constant (Cw) | 0.002 | in⁶ |
Design Resources
- Section Properties Database — Compare with other sections
- Steel Beam Sizes Reference — Full dimension table
- Steel Grades Reference — Material properties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the weight of a MT2X3 tee? 3 lb/ft (4.5 kg/m).
What is the section modulus of MT2X3? Sx = 0.133 in³, Zx = 0.241 in³ (strong axis). Sy = 0.385 in³, Zy = 0.588 in³ (weak axis).
What steel grade is standard for MT2X3? ASTM A36 (Fy = 36 ksi) for MT-shapes. Verify with mill certificate.
What is the moment of inertia of MT2X3? Ix = 0.208 in⁴ about the strong axis and Iy = 0.732 in⁴ about the weak axis. The radius of gyration is rx = 0.493 in and ry = 0.926 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.