RHS 152x102x4.8 IMCA · Weight & Dimensions
IMCA, cold-formed sections · Rectangular Hollow Section
Rectangular Hollow Sections (RHS) are tubular profiles with excellent torsional resistance and aesthetic appeal. Used for columns, trusses, and exposed structural elements.
Also known as: PTR 152x102 cal 6 (México) · Caño estructural 152x102 (Argentina)
The RHS 152x102x4.8 steel profile weighs 17.8 kg/m (11.98 lb/ft), has a depth of 152 mm (5.98 in), flange width 102 mm (4.02 in). Cross-sectional area: 2,286.907 mm². Moment of inertia Ix = 728.171 cm⁴, Iy = 393.169 cm⁴.
Cross-section (not to scale)
Gauge equivalent: 4.8 mm ≈ 7 gauge (Manufacturers Standard Gage)
Dimensions
| Property | Metric | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Depth (h) | 152 mm | 5.98 in |
| Width (b) | 102 mm | 4.02 in |
| Thickness (t) | 4.8 mm | 0.19 in |
| Fillet radius (r) | 9.6 mm | 0.38 in |
| Weight | 17.8 kg/m | 11.98 lb/ft |
Section Properties
| Property | Metric | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Area (A) | 2,286.91 mm² | 3.545 in² |
| Moment of inertia (Ix) | 728.17 cm⁴ | 17.49 in⁴ |
| Moment of inertia (Iy) | 393.17 cm⁴ | 9.45 in⁴ |
| Elastic section modulus (Sx) | 95.81 cm³ | 5.847 in³ |
| Elastic section modulus (Sy) | 77.09 cm³ | 4.704 in³ |
| Plastic section modulus (Zx) | 116.28 cm³ | 7.096 in³ |
| Plastic section modulus (Zy) | 88.44 cm³ | 5.397 in³ |
| Radius of gyration (rx) | 5.64 cm | 2.222 in |
| Radius of gyration (ry) | 4.15 cm | 1.632 in |
Beam Calculator— RHS 152x102x4.8
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Results — RHS 152x102x4.8
Mmax
15.0 kN·m
Vmax
15.0 kN
δmax
11.59 mm
L/518
R115.0 kN| 15.0 kN·mR215.0 kN| -15.0 kN·m
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