Rolled steel angle – unequal are referred to as “angle” or “L-shape”.

 

When  measuring both leg lengths it’s recorded with longer first plus the wall thickness, like in this following example;

 

• 150 x 100 x 8 RSA. 

• 150mm = height

• 100mm = width

• 8mm = wall thickness

 

Unequal angles are often used as;

• Lintels and

• Brackets for cleat connections, they are a popular choice for

• Balconies,

• Stairs,

• Concrete supports and platforms etc.