RHS 152x76x4.8 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 152x76 cal 6 (México) · Caño estructural 152x76 (Argentina)
The RHS 152x76x4.8 steel profile weighs 15.9 kg/m (10.68 lb/ft), has a depth of 152 mm (5.98 in), flange width 76 mm (2.99 in). Cross-sectional area: 2,037.307 mm². Moment of inertia Ix = 592.916 cm⁴, Iy = 200.48 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) | 76 mm | 2.99 in |
| Thickness (t) | 4.8 mm | 0.19 in |
| Fillet radius (r) | 9.6 mm | 0.38 in |
| Weight | 15.9 kg/m | 10.68 lb/ft |
Section Properties
| Property | Metric | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Area (A) | 2,037.31 mm² | 3.158 in² |
| Moment of inertia (Ix) | 592.92 cm⁴ | 14.24 in⁴ |
| Moment of inertia (Iy) | 200.48 cm⁴ | 4.82 in⁴ |
| Elastic section modulus (Sx) | 78.02 cm³ | 4.761 in³ |
| Elastic section modulus (Sy) | 52.76 cm³ | 3.220 in³ |
| Plastic section modulus (Zx) | 97.91 cm³ | 5.975 in³ |
| Plastic section modulus (Zy) | 60.33 cm³ | 3.681 in³ |
| Radius of gyration (rx) | 5.39 cm | 2.124 in |
| Radius of gyration (ry) | 3.14 cm | 1.235 in |
Beam Calculator— RHS 152x76x4.8
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Results — RHS 152x76x4.8
Mmax
15.0 kN·m
Vmax
15.0 kN
δmax
14.23 mm
L/422
R115.0 kN| 15.0 kN·mR215.0 kN| -15.0 kN·m
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