Steel Angle Weight Calculator
Enter leg dimensions, thickness, and length of a steel angle (L-bar), choose material, and get the weight in kg and lbs instantly.
Angle Dimensions
Set equal to Leg A for equal-leg angles.
Formula Reference
Area = t × (A + B − t)
Weight = Area × Length × ρ
Weight = Area × Length × ρ
Where A = Leg A (m), B = Leg B (m), t = thickness (m), L = length (m), ρ = density (kg/m³).
L-Section Diagram
Enter angle dimensions on the left and click Calculate.
Weight Result
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Kilograms (kg)
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Pounds (lb)
Linear Weight
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kg / m
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lb / ft
Common Material Densities
| Material | kg/m³ | lb/in³ |
|---|---|---|
| Carbon Steel | 7850 | 0.284 |
| Stainless 304 | 7930 | 0.286 |
| Stainless 316 | 8000 | 0.289 |
| Cast Iron | 7200 | 0.260 |
| Copper | 8960 | 0.324 |
| Brass | 8500 | 0.307 |
| Aluminum | 2700 | 0.098 |
| Titanium | 4500 | 0.163 |
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Summary
Enter leg dimensions, thickness, and length of a steel angle (L-bar), choose material, and get the weight in kg and lbs instantly.
How it works
- Enter Leg A (the horizontal leg) in your preferred unit.
- Enter Leg B (the vertical leg) — use the same value as Leg A for equal-leg angles.
- Enter the thickness of the angle walls.
- Enter the total bar length.
- Select the material from the dropdown; choose "Custom Density" to enter your own value.
- Optionally enter a quantity for multiple angle bars.
- Click Calculate — the tool applies Weight = t × (A + B − t) × Length × Density and shows results in kg and lbs.
Use cases
- Estimating structural steel weight for frames, brackets, and supports.
- Calculating freight weight for L-bar orders.
- Comparing weight of equal-leg vs. unequal-leg angles for design optimization.
- Bill of materials (BOM) preparation for fabrication and manufacturing.
- Checking load limits for lifting and rigging equipment.
- Verifying theoretical weight against mill certificates.
- Academic and exam calculations involving structural steel sections.
- Cost estimation when pricing steel by weight.
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Last updated: 2026-05-23 ·
Reviewed by Nham Vu