HSS3.500X0.216 Steel Round HSS — Section Properties
Dimensions
| Property | Value | Unit |
|---|---|---|
| Outer Diameter (OD) | 3.5 | 88.9 mm |
| Wall Thickness (t) | 0.216 | 5.5 mm |
| Area (A) | 2.08 in² | 13.4 cm² |
| Weight | 7.58 lb/ft | 11.3 kg/m |
Elastic Section Properties
| Property | Strong Axis (X-X) | Weak Axis (Y-Y) | Unit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Moment of Inertia (I) | 2.84 | 2.84 | in⁴ |
| Elastic Section Modulus (S) | 1.63 | 1.63 | in³ |
| Plastic Section Modulus (Z) | 2.19 | 2.19 | in³ |
| Radius of Gyration (r) | 1.17 | 1.17 | in |
Torsional Properties
| Property | Value | Unit |
|---|---|---|
| Torsional Constant (J) | 5.69 | 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 HSS3.500X0.216 section? 7.58 lb/ft (11.3 kg/m).
What is the section modulus of HSS3.500X0.216? Sx = 1.63 in³, Zx = 2.19 in³ (strong axis). Sy = 1.63 in³, Zy = 2.19 in³ (weak axis).
What steel grade is standard for HSS3.500X0.216? ASTM A500 Grade C (Fy = 46 ksi) or Grade B (Fy = 42 ksi). Verify with mill certificate.
What is the moment of inertia of HSS3.500X0.216? Ix = 2.84 in⁴ about the strong axis and Iy = 2.84 in⁴ about the weak axis. The radius of gyration is rx = 1.17 in and ry = 1.17 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.