HSS2.500X0.250 Steel Round HSS — Section Properties
Dimensions
| Property | Value | Unit |
|---|---|---|
| Outer Diameter (OD) | 2.5 | 63.5 mm |
| Wall Thickness (t) | 0.25 | 6.3 mm |
| Area (A) | 1.66 in² | 10.7 cm² |
| Weight | 6.01 lb/ft | 8.9 kg/m |
Elastic Section Properties
| Property | Strong Axis (X-X) | Weak Axis (Y-Y) | Unit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Moment of Inertia (I) | 1.08 | 1.08 | in⁴ |
| Elastic Section Modulus (S) | 0.862 | 0.862 | in³ |
| Plastic Section Modulus (Z) | 1.2 | 1.2 | in³ |
| Radius of Gyration (r) | 0.806 | 0.806 | in |
Torsional Properties
| Property | Value | Unit |
|---|---|---|
| Torsional Constant (J) | 2.15 | in⁴ |
| Warping Constant (Cw) | 0 | in⁶ |
Design Resources
- Section Properties Database — Compare with other sections
- Steel Grades Reference — Material properties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the weight of a HSS2.500X0.250 section? 6.01 lb/ft (8.9 kg/m).
What is the section modulus of HSS2.500X0.250? Sx = 0.862 in³, Zx = 1.2 in³ (strong axis). Sy = 0.862 in³, Zy = 1.2 in³ (weak axis).
What steel grade is standard for HSS2.500X0.250? ASTM A500 Grade C (Fy = 46 ksi) or Grade B (Fy = 42 ksi). Verify with mill certificate.
What is the moment of inertia of HSS2.500X0.250? Ix = 1.08 in⁴ about the strong axis and Iy = 1.08 in⁴ about the weak axis. The radius of gyration is rx = 0.806 in and ry = 0.806 in.
Related Pages
Educational reference only. Verify all section properties against the current AISC Manual and mill certificates before design. Results are PRELIMINARY — NOT FOR CONSTRUCTION.