HSS3-1/2X2X1/4 Steel Rectangular HSS — Section Properties
Dimensions
| Property | Value | Unit |
|---|---|---|
| Height (h) | 3.5 | 88.9 mm |
| Width (w) | 2 | 50.8 mm |
| Wall Thickness (t) | 0.25 | 6.3 mm |
| Area (A) | 2.21 in² | 14.3 cm² |
| Weight | 7.96 lb/ft | 11.8 kg/m |
Elastic Section Properties
| Property | Strong Axis (X-X) | Weak Axis (Y-Y) | Unit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Moment of Inertia (I) | 3.17 | 1.3 | in⁴ |
| Elastic Section Modulus (S) | 1.81 | 1.3 | in³ |
| Plastic Section Modulus (Z) | 2.36 | 1.58 | in³ |
| Radius of Gyration (r) | 1.2 | 0.766 | in |
Torsional Properties
| Property | Value | Unit |
|---|---|---|
| Torsional Constant (J) | 3.16 | 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 HSS3-1/2X2X1/4 section? 7.96 lb/ft (11.8 kg/m).
What is the section modulus of HSS3-1/2X2X1/4? Sx = 1.81 in³, Zx = 2.36 in³ (strong axis). Sy = 1.3 in³, Zy = 1.58 in³ (weak axis).
What steel grade is standard for HSS3-1/2X2X1/4? ASTM A500 Grade C (Fy = 50 ksi) or Grade B (Fy = 46 ksi). Verify with mill certificate.
What is the moment of inertia of HSS3-1/2X2X1/4? Ix = 3.17 in⁴ about the strong axis and Iy = 1.3 in⁴ about the weak axis. The radius of gyration is rx = 1.2 in and ry = 0.766 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.