Defining an L-shaped profile

Define an L-shaped profile by providing geometric data for an L-beam section.

Related Topics
Defining profiles
Defining sections
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Beam cross-section library

  1. Display the Edit Profile dialog box, as described in Choosing a profile type.”

  2. In the a field, enter the length of the flange parallel to the local 1-axis.

  3. In the b field, enter the length of the flange parallel to the local 2-axis.

  4. In the t1 field, enter the thickness of the flange parallel to the local 1-axis.

  5. In the t2 field, enter the thickness of the flange parallel to the local 2-axis.

  6. Click OK to save the profile and to close the Edit Profile dialog box.